If a car as desirable as a 1957 Corvette “Fuelie” loses its original engine, is that likely to dampen buyer interest? If the bidding history on this car is an accurate indication, the answer appears to be “no.” It… more»
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Backyard Find: 1960 Triumph TR3A
True project cars, those ones that have been off the road for many years and may or may not be complete, should only be taken on by dedicated individuals. Some would probably say foolhardy individuals! However, it helps to… more»
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On The Carpet! 1962 MGA Mk II
When a person finds themselves “on the carpet,” that’s generally a sign that they are in trouble with someone higher up the food chain. However, the opposite appears to be the case with this 1962 MGA Mk II. The… more»
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Rare Air: 1976 Triumph TR6
The Triumph TR6 was one of the company’s sales success stories. It remained on sale for eight years, with 94,619 buyers parking one in their garage. Like many classic British sports cars, their desirability has grown over time. This… more»
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1 of 901: 1970 AMC AMX 390 V8
The AMX was American Motors’ attempt at combining a sports car with a muscle machine from 1968 to 1970. It was a 2-seat GT-style performance auto that essentially was a Javelin with 12 inches cut out of the wheelbase…. more»
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Restoration Skills Required: 1964 Jaguar XKE
Cruising through the panolopy of 1964 Jaguars featured here on Barn Finds reveals a majority collection of “needs full restoration” subjects and today’s find, an XKE roadster, is no exception. The seller tells us, “Car will need total restoration”…. more»
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How Much is Too Much? 1970 Saab Sonnet
Rare cars always have a better chance at being restored, as there is usually a better return on the restorer’s investment. That statement can be translated into the following: a restorer will be able to sell a rarer car… more»
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Field Find: 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
The Karmann Ghia was a sporty version of the VW Beetle. Built between 1955 and 1974, for a time it was the second most popular imported U.S. car in the U.S. This example from 1964 looks to have been… more»
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350/4-Speed: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
We’ve recently seen a few classics at Barn Finds that have received engine upgrades, and this 1964 Corvette Convertible is one such vehicle. What helps this car to stand out is the seller’s decision to include the original motor… more»
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Forty-Year Suspended Project: 1962 Triumph TR4
We have covered dozens of Triumph TR4s at Barn Finds, but this one deserves a prize for “Longest Slumber.” Here on craigslist is a 1962 Triumph TR4 along with a bevy of parts – hopefully, related to the same… more»
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Let’s Make A Deal: 1956 Jaguar XK140 Fixed Head Coupe
After the smashing success of the XK120, Jaguar updated the model in 1954, creating the XK140. This evolution was designed to please American drivers since the US was Britain’s most important export market by far. Changes included moving the… more»
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35k Documented Miles: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
The 1973 model year was one of the changes for Chevrolet’s C3 Corvette. The company undertook engineering updates to appeal to a broader market, while the engine and exterior modifications helped the car comply with legislative requirements. This Convertible… more»
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Italian Supercar: 1999 Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster
One of the more popular posters to grace the bedroom walls of teenage boys during the 1980s was of a red Lamborghini Countach, complete with its enormous fender flares and towering rear spoiler. By the time its production run… more»
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Good Buy Or Goodbye? 1982 Mazda RX-7 GSL
Think back to 1978 when the first Mazda RX-7 appeared. No, Howard, that doesn’t mean putting on your former burnt orange leisure suit, just think back to 1978. This 1982 Mazda RX-7 GSL is listed here on eBay in… more»
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Out of Storage: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Chevrolet’s sports car, the Corvette, was redesigned in 1968 along the lines of the Mako Shark show car. It was an instant success, and the new body would be used through 1982. Changes were few per year until 1973… more»
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Pair ‘O Brits: 1950 and 1951 MG TD Package
If one is good, two must be better. Here on craigslist is a package deal on two MG TDs, with an asking price of $12,000, cash only. The blue 1950 car has an engine and transmission with documents including… more»
