We see plenty of classics at Barn Finds where sellers make bold mileage claims, but those for this 1970 Chevrolet Corvette are documented. It has 39,000 miles on the clock, and its presentation is hard to fault. The included… more»
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1952 MG TD Could Be A Rolling Restoration
Up for sale with no reserve on eBay in Lutz, Florida is a non-running 1952 MG TD project in arrest-me red. It looks pretty good from a distance, but then the flaws show up.
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Shed Find: 1965 Sunbeam Alpine Project
The Rootes Group was not your typical car maker. It wasn’t founded to make bicycles or motorcycles – it was a distributor, like a large dealership. And its first brush with manufacturing was making and repairing aircraft engines. Rootes… more»
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Well Maintained: 1978 Ferrari 308 GT4
Ferrari has a long history of producing exotic two-seat sports cars but has made several attempts to produce vehicles that can accommodate four. One example is the 1978 308 GT4. Originally called the Dino GT4, it officially gained Ferrari… more»
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Fuelie Project: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
At first glance, this 1962 Chevrolet Corvette looks like just another C1 begging for restoration. However, we must delve below the surface to discover the ace up its sleeve. Only 13% of buyers that year splashed the considerable extra… more»
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Wire Wheels Equipped: 1975 Bricklin SV-1
Imagine it is 1975, and you want to buy one of those nifty new Bricklins. When you head down to the dealership with your significant other, the salesperson does such a fantastic job that you end up going home… more»
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Needs Engine Transplant: 1968 Datsun Fairlady 2000
While many of us feel guilty for harboring thoughts of modifying a good car to make the ride of our dreams, in some situations, that is forgivable. If a vehicle has suffered enough damage or is missing crucial parts… more»
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Beautiful But Needy: 1960 Triumph TR3
One of the more iconic British sports cars is the Triumph TR3. Remembered for its cut-down doors and jaunty good looks, the TR3 has but one enemy: rust. If you are looking for a handsome, easy-to-work-on British sports car,… more»
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Former Fuelie: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Sitting in this garage is a 1964 Corvette Convertible that will leave its new owner with decisions to make. It originally featured the desirable “Fuelie” V8, which was an expensive option, but that motor is a distant memory. Another… more»
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Hemi Head Power: Modified 1969 Lotus Europa
In the late sixties, racing was evolving. The front engine was out at Indianapolis and across the pond, and the mid-engine was in. A few enterprising automobile manufacturers with a background in racing decided to capitalize on this by… more»
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Go Package 390 V8: 1969 AMC AMX
When American Motors introduced the AMX in 1968, the only thing close to it being built by a U.S. manufacturer at the time was the Chevy Corvette. It was a GT-style performance car with seating only for two. They… more»
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The Future is Here: 1981 DeLorean DMC-12
John Z. DeLorean promised us a gull-winged, steel-skinned sports car. After an inordinately long development path beset by decisions that conflicted with ease of manufacturing, he delivered two out of three, producing a futuristic “sporty” two-seat tourer. Problems were… more»
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43k Miles: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Buying a classic Convertible in the depths of winter may seem odd, but sometimes, we must strike while the iron is hot. This 1973 Corvette presents such an opportunity, and there is much to like about this survivor. It… more»
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It’s All There: 1970 Volvo 1800E Project
I must admit it, I’ve never been a big Volvo fan. Sure, their durability and safety-enhanced designs are part of their justly deserved legacy – they just, ah, seem a bit boring. Except, however, the 1800 series such as… more»
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52 Years of Entombment: 1959 MGA 1600
When MG went from their full-fendered but charming MG TF to the gorgeous but more modern MGA, the difference was striking. Decades later, enthusiasts are still on the hunt for a solid example to drive and enjoy. If you… more»
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Modifications Already Done: 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite
Earlier this week I wrote a story about a rough but solid 1969 Austin-Healey Sprite that struck a chord with fans of these simple, honest sports cars. There is just something about a sports car that provides everything you… more»
