I’ll admit that I’m not a British sports car aficionado but regardless, I admire them for their simplicity and their no-frills approach to the open-top, two-seater road experience. Yes, I am aware that there can be reliability and rust… more»
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40-Year Garage Find: 1967 MG MGB GT
The popular MGB debuted in 1962 as a successor to the MGA and its variants saw production of more than a half million units through 1980. It began as a 2-seat roadster, but the enclosed GT joined the ranks… more»
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Can It Be Saved? 1989 Dodge Daytona Shelby
We’ve seen some head-scratchers in the Can It Be Saved series here on Barn Finds, and this 1989 Dodge Daytona Shelby Z is one of the head-scratchin’est ones so far. A small front-drive car that needs a total restoration… more»
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One Family Owned: 1966 Porsche 912
One of the more challenging vehicles to sell has to be one that’s been in your family for eons. This 1966 Porsche 912 was purchased new by the seller’s father in California and has been with the family ever… more»
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“Original” 1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Coupe
Though we all know the Karmann Ghia as a Volkswagen, Karmann was responsible for both the idea of a sporty VW and its design, with VW a reluctant participant. VW had trouble finding an owner/operator after WWII – the… more»
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’60s Hot Rod? 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
Regular readers will know my preference for unmolested classics, whether as genuine survivors or meticulous restorations. However, there is something undeniably attractive about locating a car that has led a colorful past. That is the opportunity awaiting the new… more»
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Restoration or Restomod: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe
The classic market can be cyclical, and you only need to scroll through the pages of Barn Finds to gain clear insight. We will go for an extended period without seeing a single example of a particular vehicle, and… more»
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Two Owners: 1971 Datsun 240Z
The Datsun 240Z was one of the best things to happen to the sports car genre since the MGB. It hit the trifecta: it was pretty, powerful, and affordable. Introduced in 1969, Datsun’s new car had fully independent suspension,… more»
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Rare Ford-powered 1935 Auburn Boattail Speedster Replica
“What is it?” “Is it real?” Questions the new owner of this car will invariably get whenever they stop for gas. Is it real? It wasn’t built in 1935 by Auburn, but it’s a real car that looks almost… more»
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Original L76/4-Speed: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe
The seller is a master of understatement, describing this 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe as “a nice driver.” Many readers will view it as more than that because it is a desirable classic with no apparent needs. It… more»
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Rare Turbo: 1980 Panther Lima Series 2
Depending on who you talk to, the late Robert Jankel was considered a lateral thinker whose mind never stopped working to solve the automotive world’s many problems. In contrast, others claim his ideas were too radical and impractical to… more»
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58k Original Miles: 1979 Chevrolet Corvette
Although Chevrolet had “softened” the C3 Corvette during the 1970s, it retained a strong following in the market. The 1979 model year demonstrated this, with the badge achieving record sales. Our feature car rolled off the line that year,… more»
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British Special: Turner Sports Car
Jack Turner was minding his own business – racing MGs in the 1940s and building one-off specials – when other racers began coming to him to improve their own cars. John Webb, John Tojeiro, Ken Rose – race drivers… more»
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Recently Revived: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe
This 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe has been part of the same family since 1975, but it was only recently revived after hibernating since 1990. It runs and drives, and its overall presentation might motivate the new owner… more»
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The One to Buy: 1988 Pontiac Fiero Formula
This Pontiac Fiero is what some would consider the best spec to buy outside of the 1988 Fiero GT. The Formula is the ideal incarnation of the original design with some desirable cosmetic upgrades, from updated bumpers to the… more»
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One of Two? 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 427 ZL1
Well, this one’s going to get the comments going! Could it be that this is one of only two Corvettes built in 1969 with the famed all-aluminum ZL1 427 CI V8? That’s what the seller claims and it seems… more»
