The MR2 was Japan’s first rear-drive, mid-engine production car, built from 1984 to 2007 over three generations. Its name is said to stand for either “mid-ship run-about 2-seater” or “mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2-seater”. Or something else entirely. This 1986 example… more»
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Gray Market Cosworth: 1984 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16
I’m not going to go into great detail regarding my junkyard find 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth project; I’ve been withholding updates as we do have some great news to share but I’m waiting until I can do a… more»
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Won’t Last Long! Creampuff 1979 MGB
Rubber-bumper (1975 and later) MGBs are one of the least expensive ways to get into a British touring car, and this one is a really nice one at a great price! You can see the ad for the car… more»
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Unrestored 1960 Corvette Convertible
Every time I think all the unrestored early Corvettes are found, another worthy candidate shows up! This 1960 Corvette convertible is a running and driving example and is located in Brooklyn, New York. The seller hasn’t had it long… more»
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Stored Since ’75: 1972 Saab Sonett III
The second owner of this Saab Sonett III removed the car from the road in 1975 and it’s been sitting in their garage near Fairfield, California ever since! Apparently, it’s time to pass the car on to a new… more»
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One Owner, 46 Years! 1972 Triumph TR6
Maple. Hardly an inspiring name for a brown color that seems to fit Triumph TR6s very well. I’ve owned a Maple 1972 TR6 myself and the contrast between the brown and the tan interior really makes the car seem… more»
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Starter Vette! 1967 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1967 Corvette convertible has been stored since 2009 and is described as a “starter Corvette” by the seller. I’m not sure if there is any such thing as a starter Corvette (maybe a beater C4?) but I know… more»
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Original 427 Tri-Power: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Not all classic cars are created equal. This fact is true when comparing one brand or model with another, but it can also be a reality when two vehicles carry the same model badge. Take this 1968 Corvette Convertible… more»
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Budget Ferrari: 1967 Fiat Dino Spider 2.0
In the world of sports cars, style and performance have traditionally been associated with certain marques, and those marques, in turn, come with a price. This exclusivity breeds comparisons, some legitimate, some less so. The Karmann Ghia was called… more»
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Tidy Driver: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
Sometimes you will look at a classic car and realize that there’s a lot to absorb about that vehicle. Take this 1966 Corvette Coupe as a case in point. The owner is candid about it not wearing its original… more»
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Sporty Swede: 1969 Saab Sonett V4
1970-74 Saab Sonett IIIs come up quite frequently here on Barn Finds; I’ve written about three of them myself. Its predecessor, the 1967-69 Sonett V4, is not quite as common, with only 1610 produced over that three-year period. After… more»
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Original Series 1: 1970 Datsun 240Z
You don’t have to say much more than “Series 1 Z car” to catch the ears of Datsun/Nissan enthusiasts everywhere. The earliest models remain the most coveted, and they’re sure-fire bets for a healthy return should you find one… more»
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Vandalized Turbo Coupe: 1983 Audi Ur-Quattro
This rare 1983 Audi Quattro Turbo coupe, affectionately known as the Ur-Quattro in enthusiast circles, is one of the more modern offerings from the mysterious eBay seller that has piles upon piles of Porsche 356s in the background. The… more»
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No Reserve Project: 1967 Jaguar E-Type Roadster
Update 10/11/21 – We featured this Jaguar back in 2019. The seller has relisted it, but they’ve done some additional work to the car over the past 2 years, plus they’ve taken additional photos of it. If you’ve been… more»
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One Owner Bugeye: 1960 Austin Healey Sprite
When does a car’s history trump its condition? This 1960 Austin Healey “Bugeye” Sprite has been with one family since new and retains its numbers-matching engine, but it will need extensive metal work to return to road-going use. The… more»
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396-Powered 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
UPDATE 10/11/2021: It seems that the owner of this 1962 Corvette failed to sell it on the last attempt, so he’s having another shot at it. It was unable to reach the reserve after hitting $36,600, and nobody hit… more»
