One of the best GT cars of the 1980s was the Porsche 928. Now, best is a relative term and has nothing to do with reliability, but rather how the car behaves when found in peak form. That being… more»
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Abandoned 1981 DeLorean DMC-12
I’m sure every one of us here has that one car we just dream of finding in a barn one day! Well, for BF Reader and star of Restored, Lance B, that dream recently came true. In the most… more»
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90s Super Sedan: 1991 BMW M5
The lineup of 90s-era BMW “M Cars” is one of the hottest in the European car segment at the moment. The BMW M3 of the E30 years and the E34-chassis M5 are equal parts hard to find and getting… more»
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Real RS: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Rally Sport
Chevrolet introduced the Camaro in late 1966 to answer the challenge presented by the best-selling Mustang. But the Camaro wasn’t Chev’s only foray into the pony market – it also brought forth the Firebird in the Pontiac division, in… more»
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Celebrity Owned: 1984 Lamborghini Countach LP5000 S
The Lamborghini Countach could be genuinely considered a “poster child” of the 1980s. Tens of thousands of posters of this Italian thoroughbred graced the bedroom walls of teenagers during that period, but the chance has presented itself for someone… more»
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Original 454/4-Speed: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette
Few cars have made an impact as profound as that delivered by the Chevrolet Corvette to the motoring landscape. Many believe the badge came of age with the release of the C3, a car that provided exceptional performance in… more»
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Original Condition: 1969 Triumph GT6 MKll Project
The Triumph GT6 was a Michelotti creation that met salvation when it gave wings to the Spitfire’s racing pedigree. Though Michelotti had found a way to make the Spitfire into a coupe, the weight of the resulting car overwhelmed… more»
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Parked in 1985: 1974 Triumph TR6
Triumph hit a sweet spot with its TR6. It proved a sales success, and these classics remain desirable today. This 1974 model has occupied this spot in a barn since 1985, needing a new owner to revive it and… more»
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99 Mile: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Pace Car
There were 6,502 Corvette Pace Cars built by Chevrolet in 1978. This example has only 99 original miles on the odometer and is equipped with the L-82 engine and 4 speed. This 1978 Corvette Pace Car is listed here… more»
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1 Owner Targa: 1989 Porsche 911
This 1989 Porsche 911 Targa is offered for sale on behalf of the original owner. Finding cars that remain with the individual who bought it new is a major bonus for collectors who seek out vehicles with excellent provenance…. more»
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1960 Ferrari 250 GT Coupé Series II Pinin Farina
When it came to road cars, Enzo Ferrari was a dilettante for at least a decade. Oh, he made the 166 and 195 Inter models – with thirty-eight and twenty-eight produced, respectively. Some say the 250 Europa was Ferrari’s… more»
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BF Auction: 1970 Jaguar E-Type Roadster
UPDATE – A cold start video has been added below. The Jaguar E-Type is one of the most iconic sports cars to come out of Great Britain. The performance was impressive and the good looks were unmatched. They were… more»
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Two-Owner Survivor: 1984 Toyota Celica Supra
If push came to shove and I had to nominate what I believe is the best-looking Japanese car from the 1980s, this 1984 Toyota Celica Supra would be a strong contender. There is something about its aggressive “wedge” styling… more»
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Older Restoration: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
I must confess that I debated whether to class this 1966 Corvette Convertible as restored or refurbished. The person completing the work chose a frame-off approach but performed some changes during the process that will lead some to conclude… more»
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18K Original Miles: 1987 Alfa Romeo Spider
If you’re going to place a bet on which kind of barn find will have the lowest mileage, a convertible is a good bet. The likelihood of a car like a roadster being used solely in good weather and… more»
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Incredibly Rare: 1955 Porsche 356 Continental Roadster
This 1955 Porsche 356 1500 Continental Cabriolet (that’s a mouthful) is one of the rarest 356 models and also one of the prettiest (in my opinion). That spectacular bent windshield is the tell-tale sign that this is a 356… more»
