In a number of Barn Finds stories, I have recommended the De Tomaso Pantera as a sensible purchase for those who want to have something that combines nasty fast looks, exotic lines, and simple reliability. Well, let’s admit that… more»
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Pure Air-Cooled: 1980 Porsche 911 SC
Sometimes, a formula just works. It doesn’t need further embellishment, a dozen different videos, or a four-figure photo session. A 911 SC is a known quantity, and perhaps one of the purest forms of an air-cooled 911 that doesn’t… more»
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Rare Bargain: 1958 Devin 295
Listed here on eBay in Austin, Colorado, is this 1958 Devin kit car, sitting—rather unusually—on a 1951 Morris Minor chassis, with a Crosley engine. It apparently was raced in period, autocrosses in Castle Rock, Colorado, and photos and clippings… more»
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Lost Storage! 1963 Austin Healey 3000 BJ7
Austin-Healey 3000 prices – along with those of several other British makes – have finally softened enough to put these cars on a few more “wanted” lists. The days of Big Healeys selling for over $100k are in the… more»
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Original 427/4-Speed: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
Besides a handful of minor cosmetic changes and wider wheels, the 1969 Corvette didn’t look much different from the previous model, but few changes were needed, since Chevrolet had already hit a home run with the new third-generation two-seater… more»
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QV Swapped Driver: 1980 Ferrari 308 GTSi
We hear the word “driver” kicked around all the time, and I use it quite a bit myself to describe cars that aren’t pristine but are more or less kept in good, running order. But there are cars that… more»
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Stunning Replica: Ferrari 250 GTO Recreation
Replicas can do one of two things: they can make you acutely aware of how a copy will never match the original, or they can cause your jaw to slam to the floor when you see how well it’s… more»
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Outlaw or Restore? 1964 Porsche 356 Project
The Porsche 356 is indisputably one of the most well-known sports cars of the 1960s. It is the start of the Porsche story in the United States, for many enthusiasts, and to this day, the most sought-after models like… more»
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Worth Saving? 1961 Chevrolet Corvette Project
Changes to the 1961 Chevy Corvette were minimal as the car entered its ninth year of the first generation. An all-new Corvette was underway for a 1963 debut, so the most noticeable change for ’61 was a new rear… more»
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No Reserve Driver: 1990 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe
The seller of this 1990 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe sounds like someone we can all relate to: too many project cars, and running out of places to keep them. The Super Coupe has some cosmetic faults but overall appears… more»
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Coventry Classic: 1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
Giovanni Michelotti founded his own design firm at age 28; he had been working since age 16. He crafted Ferraris, Alfas, BMWs, Maseratis … he worked for OSCA, Fiat, Volvo, Alpine … and he had a strong affiliation with… more»
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Tasteful Upgrades: 1967 Chevrolet Corvette
One drawback of modifying a desirable classic is that the changes can often deter purists who may have been drawn to the vehicle in unmolested form when it hits the market. This 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is a case in… more»
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Six Cylinder Swap: 1974 Porsche 914
The Porsche 914/6 is one of the company’s most intriguing creations, a vehicle that seemingly shouldn’t exist and that no one was necessarily asking for. However, like all things made by Porsche that are limited in production and offer… more»
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Low-Mile Survivor: 1981 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
Late C3 Corvettes have steadily gained appreciation in recent years, and this 1981 Chevrolet Corvette stands out as a largely original example with just 67,035 miles showing. Listed on eBay with a clean title, this two-seat coupe is described… more»
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Original 260 V8: 1967 Sunbeam Tiger Mk I
Few Anglo-American hybrids have the personality of a Sunbeam Tiger, and this 1967 Tiger Mk I (identified as a Mk1A by the seller) brings together British roadster styling with Ford V8 performance in a way that still feels special… more»
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No Reserve: 1979 Porsche 911 SC Targa
Downsizing can take many forms. For some, it’s forced, when money becomes tight or a sudden priority emerges. For others, it’s merely the seasons of life telling us now’s the time to move on from things that were once… more»
