Finding a classic car that has received some significant mechanical upgrades is a pretty common occurrence. Finding one where these upgraded components were sourced from an entirely different manufacturer is less so. That is the story behind this 1956… more»
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Turbocharged Survivor: 1991 Toyota MR2 Turbo
This 1991 Toyota MR2 is the desirable turbocharged model with the rare fixed hardtop roof. Many of these second generation MR2s sported T-top roofs, making the combination of having the turbocharged engine and fixed roof a sought-after form of… more»
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32 Years Stored: 1971 Porsche 914
This 1971 Porsche 914 was purchased as a running project but hasn’t been touched since the seller brought it home 15 years ago. Prior to that, it had been stored for 17 years, making this yellow 914 a bit… more»
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Project Or Parts? $500 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta GT
Here at Barn Finds, we always enjoy seeing a cheap and cheerful project car appear on our desks. This 1975 Alfetta GT certainly fulfills the first of these criteria, but I’m not entirely sure about the second. Barn Finder… more»
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One-Owner 1967 Austin-Healey 3000
It’s always a treat to see cars that have remained in the long-term care of a single owner, but it can also be somewhat disappointing to realize the car would have been better off if it had found a… more»
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No Reserve: 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite
If there is one aspect of traditional British sports cars that is prone to criticism, it is the fact that they don’t tend to be the most relaxed of open-road cruisers. This 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite has received some mechanical… more»
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City Dweller Sports Car: 1985 Porsche 944
Owning a sports car in a city environment is among the bigger tests a car enthusiast can face. Lack of parking, lack of space, and often inconsiderate fellow motorists can render a pristine machine into a dinged-up and dirty… more»
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One of 192: 1965 TVR Griffith
I am part of a very informal local “club” of enthusiasts that partake in monthly driving tours and a member has a later TVR Tuscan, which bears some resemblance to this desirable Griffith model. While the engineering is a… more»
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Designer’s Car: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Some classic cars appear on the market and you understand that they are simple and uncomplicated survivors. Others will pop up from time to time, and you know that these are vehicles that will have a great backstory. That… more»
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Parked in 1979: 1970 Lotus Europa S2
It would seem that the original owner of this 1970 Lotus Europa S2 used the vehicle on a fairly regular basis until it was the target of vandalism in 1979. At that point, it was parked, and it hasn’t… more»
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Tent Find: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Well, I’ve seen worse. How’s that for a way to start out? Actually, once you get over the initial shock of its stored appearance, this 1970 Chevrolet Corvette reveals that it does have possibilities. Let’s take a closer look… more»
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One-Owner Survivor: 1977 Datsun 280Z
As the final first-generation Datsun Z models, the 280Z is the least expensive route into owning this seminal sports car, but they are rising in value quickly these days. Like most sports cars, spotless and well-kept examples are hard… more»
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Stored Since Woodstock: 1959 Austin-Healey 100-6
I have never owned a British sports car but I’ll admit, I’m fascinated by them. I think it’s the rawness and simplicity that holds my attention – imagine building something like that today. And besides the existential aspect of… more»
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No Reserve 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
It might not be perfect, but this 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray not only presents very nicely, but a raft of recent work means that this is an eye-catching classic that is ready to be driven and enjoyed immediately. It… more»
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Solid Project! 1962 MGA MKII
MG was founded in the 1920s and has produced some really classy cars over the past hundred years. Probably best known for their small roadsters like this 1962 MGA, MGs are very collectible and have a fairly wide collector… more»
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’80s Flair! 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
With impossible-to-ignore tri-colored racing stripes, this first-year C3 (third-generation Corvette) shines from nearly every pedestrian-visible angle. The nondescript and almost certainly non-original 350 cid (5.7L) V8 and four-speed manual gearbox add interest and support the road-racing stripes. Slap a… more»
