Sports Cars

BF Exclusive: 1971 MGB GT

Something strange is happening as I write this: I’m feeling a strong urge to buy some driving gloves and a flat cap. It doesn’t get much more British than an MGB with wire wheels; with gorgeous red paint and… more»

V8 Drop-Top Project: 1980 Triumph TR8

Triumph launched the new TR7 in 1975 as “the shape of things to come” due to its wedge-shaped body. Less known today is the TR8, a V8 version using a Buick-derived engine from Rover. It was in production for… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 2003 Porsche Boxster S

Over the past decade, we’ve had more than a few Porsche 914s pass through Barn Finds HQ. They are great sports cars with incredible handling, but finding affordable and solid examples is getting harder. It recently dawned on us… more»

One Owner: 1993 Mitsubishi 3000GT

Chrysler and Mitsubishi nurtured a relationship that stretched back to the 1970s, collaborating on everything from designs and sales to parts. The Starion, for instance, was Mitsubishi’s boy-racer entry in the sports car niche, while Chrysler sold the nearly… more»

600hp! 1969 Chevrolet Corvette

While some classic enthusiasts will accept nothing short of total originality, others are less worried. For them, a high-end driver is their dream, and if it happens to offer mind-blowing performance, that’s a bonus. Therefore, they may find themselves… more»

No Reserve Barn Find: 1971 Datsun 240Z

Some classics can’t help but generate interest when they hit the market, and such is the case with this 1971 Datsun 240Z. Listed to settle an estate, its overall originality, solid nature, and low odometer reading have combined to… more»

Sporty Shooting Brake: 1972 Volvo 1800 ES

We’re told very little about this 1972 Volvo 1800 ES sporting station wagon here on Facebook Marketplace in Henderson, Nevada. It “runs well and is in good shape.” And darned if that doesn’t appear to be true. The ES… more»

Bloomington Gold Survivor: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette

There are few greater honors for Corvette owners than receiving Bloomington Gold Certification. It recognizes their car as the best of the best and was accorded this 1965 Corvette Convertible. Adding to its appeal is its original L76 version… more»

Not A Replica: Genuine 1950 MG TD

Today’s review of a 1950 MG TD, a discovery courtesy of Mr. Numskal, conjures up two thoughts in particular. Firstly, in all of its iterations, the MG T-type was around for a long time, twenty years (1936-1955), according to… more»

Needs Paint! 1971 Chevrolet Corvette

This 1971 Chevrolet Corvette demonstrates why we should never judge a book by its cover. Its tired paint doesn’t make a positive first impression. This is unfortunate because delving below the surface reveals a rock-solid classic featuring a few… more»

Salvageable, or Not? 1976 Jensen GT

Why is it that Jensen GTs are almost universally mistreated? The car was designed with a luxury interior just a bit shy of the much more expensive Jensen Interceptor, including optional leather seating and a wood dash. It was… more»

Parked in 2002: 1984 Ford Mustang SVO

We often see cars show up for sale that have been abandoned due to circumstance, such as a relative passing away or an owner running out of patience for a project. This 1984 Ford Mustang SVO doesn’t seem to… more»

Give It The Once-Over: 1975 Corvette Coupe

d Hard to believe that a Corvette that appears whole and complete and is old enough to qualify as a vintage car could possibly be a four-figure vehicle. However, that is the case with this find, sent to us… more»

Parked Since The Mid-Eighties: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am

The seller of this 1977 Pontiac Trans Am doesn’t provide a whole lot of specific detailed information about his F-Body to consider, but what we do get combined with the photos just might be enough for a potential buyer… more»

Sitting 10 Long Years: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

Sometimes Corvette collectors cannot see the forest for the trees.  Too often their focus is on ensuring that every number matches and that their beloved sports cars are exactly as they left the factory.  The problem is that a… more»

Clown Shoe: 2000 BMW Z3 M Coupe

This is a car that is affectionately known as the “Clown Shoe” by BMW affionados. It is called that owing to its truncated shape, which is like nothing else made in recent memory. The car is based on the… more»

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