When buying a vintage or collector car, it’s important to get a few fundamentals right: first, if you’re interested in selling it down the road, buying a car with a strong following should be a priority. Second, history –… more»
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350/4-Speed: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
The current owner of this 1957 Chevrolet Corvette performed a ground-up refurbishment that has left this classic looking as pretty as a picture. I don’t classify it as a restoration due to changes that were made during the build…. more»
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BF Auction: 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL500
This 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL500, now offered on Barn Finds, represents the golden era of Mercedes-Benz engineering—when style, performance, and longevity were combined in one timeless package. With just 57,000 miles, this Atkinson, New Hampshire–based example is a low-mileage, garage-kept… more»
BF Exclusive: 1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500
This Triumph Spitfire 1500 has undergone a significant amount of work, but it now needs a new home and to be completed. The seller needs the garage space, so they have come to accept that they won’t be able… more»
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Two-Owner Survivor: 1960 Sunbeam Alpine Series II
When Sunbeam designed the Alpine, its target market was North America. It adopted many of the styling cues preferred by those buyers, with the car’s appearance similar to a smaller version of the Ford Thunderbird. This 1960 Alpine is… more»
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42k Original Miles: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette LT-1
Originality is often a key consideration when assessing the relative worth of any classic. This 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is a prime example of that philosophy, retaining its factory paint and interior. Adding to its appeal are the odometer reading… more»
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L79/4-Speed: 1967 Chevrolet Corvette
The listing indicates that this beautiful 1967 Chevrolet Corvette has 68,000 miles on the clock, but, incredibly, it has only accumulated around 5,000 of those since 1976. It is an extremely tidy survivor, and if the odometer reading doesn’t… more»
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5-Speed and Supercharged: 1991 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe
While the late eighties and early nineties might be considered by many to be an overall doldrum period for intriguing autos, Ford came close to hitting a home run for the time with the Thunderbird Super Coupe, IMHO. The… more»
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One-Owner Survivor: 1986½ Toyota Supra
When Toyota unveiled the 1986½ Supra, it marked a major turning point for the model. The new Mark III body style was more refined, more advanced, and more powerful than anything before it. While many of these cars went… more»
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29k Mile NCRS Survivor: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
The C3 Corvette is admired for its unique and curvy design. The 1973 model is unique because it is the only year with a soft front bumper and a chrome rear bumper. Many see this as a transition year… more»
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Original Fuelie: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
When it comes to the question of desirability, American classics don’t come much better than this 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. It is a genuine “Fuelie” featuring some factory options that help it to tick many of the boxes that… more»
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Collector-Quality: 1988 Pontiac Fiero
How many car models were smothered by manufacturers as soon as their initial flaws were cured by corporate, never to be seen again? In Britain, the Triumph TR8, with its capable small block V8 and improved … everything, is… more»
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Old-School Cool: 1964 Corvette With Ghost Flames
Few cars embody classic American style and performance as much as the second-generation Corvette. This 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible, now listed here on eBay, blends originality with a period custom touch thanks to its vintage black paint accented by… more»
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Early Patina: 1966 Porsche 912 Coupe 5-Speed
Porsche’s 912 has steadily gained recognition as one of the best-kept secrets in the marque’s history, offering the same timeless looks as the 911 but with a lighter, more balanced driving character. This 1966 Porsche 912 Coupe, listed here… more»
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Needs TLC: 1959 Borgward Isabella Coupe
We’re looking at a Borgward Isabella coupe, a rare variant of the Isabella line. Prior to coming up with this attractive design, Borgward’s offerings were a scattered bunch, reflecting the company’s aggregation of multiple makes over the years, including… more»
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Tri-Power 427 Project: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette L71
1968 was a prime time to pay a visit to your Chevrolet dealer, as not only was America’s sports car still offering several great engine options, but the two-seater also got a redesign with a completely new body. Unfortunately,… more»
