If you read with any regularity, you likely see me talk about cars that represent excellent values in the current moment, but that likely show strong potential to not be cheap much longer. The Ferrari Mondial was once the… more»
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Easy Burn Repair? 1984 Ferrari 400i
In the car community, it’s often joked about how often Ferraris tend to catch on fire. There’s good reason for this: you don’t have to spend too long Googling before you begin to see a litany of examples of… more»
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Great Investment Potential? 1968 Porsche 911 L Targa
And now for something from the “What in the Sam Hill happened?” department. Nevadahalfrack discovered the listing for this 1968 Porsche 911 L Targa, and he asks the valid question, “Can someone explain why this is $7,000??!!? There’s nothing… more»
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Wrecked 1981 Porsche 911 SC Targa Sighting
In the Porsche realm, the SC Targa is towards the bottom of the 911 totem pole. Most people prefer the coupe’s looks, so for the most part, the Targa is often overlooked. It’s actually a great design, offering an… more»
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Only One in the World: Porsche 911 B17 by Pininfarina
It has long been known at Porsche that in order to pay the bills that allow cars like the 911 to exist, you need to build a model that has mass-market appeal. In the early 90s following a major… more»
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1 of 80: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette L88
Rarity claims are nothing new to us at Barn Finds, and these sometimes add little to the potential value of a classic. However, cars sometimes land on our desks where the feature that raises that claim is so significant… more»
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Cheap Wheels Project: 1992 Plymouth Laser
The Plymouth Laser and its badged-engineered cousins, the Mitsubishi Eclipse and Eagle Talon, were the first new products to emerge from Diamond-Star Motors. DSM was a partnership between Chrysler and Mitsubishi, which included a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in… more»
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Survivor! 1960 MGA 1600 Coupe
Here’s a worthwhile project – the question is, at what price? This 1960 MGA 1600 coupe is as close to rust-free as you’ll find, thanks to its Colorado Springs existence since new. The chrome is good, the glass is… more»
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Willys Roots: 1954 Woodill Wildfire Roadster
In the very beginning, the Woodill Wildfire was mostly a Willys Jeep, and it wasn’t even built by Woodill. The story starts when Bill Tritt, who had worked for Douglas Aircraft, began crafting boats and cars out of fiberglass… more»
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Original L76/4-Speed: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Many people believe that the release of the C2 marked the moment when the Corvette came of age. It brought significant mechanical improvements over its predecessor, while the introduction of a big-block option in 1965 transformed an already potent… more»
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Missing 1964 Shelby Cobra 289 Discovered After 43 Years!
If you ask a dozen different enthusiasts what their ultimate Barn Find would be, you will probably receive as many different answers. However, the classic sitting in this storage unit would rate high on any list. This genuine 1964… more»
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BF Auction: 1969 MGC GT
With the looming end of production for the Austin-Healey 3000, British Motor Company decided it needed a 6-cylinder-powered sports car to replace it. Given the high cost of developing a new model, it was decided to modify one of… more»
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799 Original Miles: 1983 DMC DeLorean
If the listing information is correct, this 1983 DMC DeLorean may have one of the lowest odometer readings on the planet. It has led a sheltered existence, which may explain why it has only clocked 799 miles in forty-two… more»
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327/4-Speed: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
The aggressive styling made it virtually inevitable that the C2 Corvette was a sales hit when new. Its stunning lines helped to cement the badge’s place in the market, paving the way for the all-conquering C3. This 1966 Corvette… more»
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16V Swap: 1984 Volkswagen GTI
The Volkswagen GTI is a classic example of the much-loved hot hatch. These days, you might be surprised to see that prices have ticked upwards for sound examples, as it has become near impossible to find good, clean cars…. more»
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Gated Manual Cabrio: 1996 Ferrari F355
There was time when automotive journalists claimed that the Ferrari F355 had depreciated enough to put it into the price range of mere mortals. The F355 has clearly left the depreciation station and values have climbed significantly, likely past… more»
