We get a lot of kit cars to profile here on Barn Finds. Some are outrageously garish, while others are nice enough to consider the possibility of owning one. This is one of those kit cars. Take a look… more»
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Show-Quality Paint: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Project
Choosing to part with a classic project with the finish line in sight is tough, but it is the decision made by the owner of this 1969 Corvette. The hard lifting is done, with the drivetrain rebuilt and its… more»
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Numbers Matching With Sportomatic: 1968 Porsche 911
The Porsche 911 is one of the most iconic cars ever conceived. Designed by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, Ferry Porsche’s son, the first 911s arrived in 1964, bearing the badge of brilliant performance. But that wasn’t its only virtue: the… more»
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Solid Project: 1973 Jaguar E-Type 2+2
The Jaguar E-Type is renowned for two things. Firstly, it is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful cars ever built. Secondly, they can quickly turn into a financial black hole the moment the subject turns to restoration…. more»
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No Reserve: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette
Flawless classics will always attract admiring glances and comments, and I respect any owner committed to preserving such vehicles. However, enthusiasts seeking a candidate to park in their garage face paying a premium for cars of that caliber, and… more»
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Rare Droptop: 1985 Toyota Celica GTS Convertible
Have you ever noticed there is a certain class, or segment, of cars that absolutely fit the criteria of being rare but don’t have the cache to demand top-dollar pricing? That’s the issue I always see with these aftermarket-converted… more»
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Modern Classic: 1985 Ferrari 308 GTS
If you want to own an iconic 1980s sports car, it’s hard to go wrong with a Ferrari 308. From the classic looks that make it instantly recognizable by even the most uninformed spectator to the reputation it has… more»
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No Reserve Survivor: 1986 Pontiac Fiero
Vehicle manufacturers rarely take bold risks because the financial stakes are typically too high. If we buy a car that is a lemon, we could find ourselves out of pocket to the tune of thousands of dollars. If a… more»
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Original Paint: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette 427/4-Speed
This 1966 Chevrolet Corvette ticks enough boxes to make potential buyers sit up and take notice. It is a well-documented vehicle with desirable factory options, and it wears its original paint on an undamaged body. The big-block under the… more»
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Wrecked 30 Years Ago: 1979 Renault 17 Gordini
The calendar year 1979 might be an eventful one in Renault’s history books. That’s the last year they built the 17 Gordini, a sports coupe, and the year they began buying up interest in American Motors. We mention this… more»
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V4 Ford Power: 1972 Saab Sonett III
The Saab Sonett has roots dating back to the mid-fifties, with manufacturing beginning in 1955 and running through 1957 for the first go-round, but it took a several-year hiatus before returning to the market again in 1968 with production… more»
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British-Ford Roadster: 1953 Allard Palm Beach
Sydney Allard was born in London in 1910, part of a family that owned a successful Ford dealership. Sydney made a name for himself in the mid-1930s, making one-off specials from cast-off bodies and Ford engines. His first was… more»
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Owned For 50 Years! 1959 Chevrolet Corvette
Sitting in this garage is a 1959 Chevrolet Corvette that has belonged to the same person for fifty years. It is a stalled project that needs finishing, but it is solid and comes with most of the parts to… more»
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Garage Find: 1984 Porsche 944
There was once a time when Porsche contemplated the unthinkable. It began developing a range of front-engined models, planning to retire its iconic rear-engined 911 model. Buyer reception for the new offerings was generally positive, but the backlash that… more»
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Mid-Engine Magic: 1987 Toyota MR2 Sunroof Coupe
In the 1970s, with the advent of the Porsche 914, the Fiat X 1/9, and their more exotic brethren including the Pantera and the Countach, the path to a successful mid-engined design was becoming well-trod. Meanwhile, Japanese car makers… more»
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350/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
Originality is often a major consideration for enthusiasts seeking a classic to park in their garage. However, it doesn’t need to be everything if that person seeks a car that offers a stress-free ownership experience. That brings us to… more»
