We’ve recently seen some very tempting classics cross our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1995 Chevrolet Corvette continues that trend. Partly, it is because it presents so nicely. The first owner’s decision to order the car in a… more»
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Wood-Chassis Wonder! 1969 Marcos 1600 GT
The panels of many British cars from the 1920s and 1930s were crafted by wrapping metal around wood frames. That practice began to phase out in the 1950s. But there’s one car with a bona fide wood chassis –… more»
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Vintage Racer: 1965 Porsche 356C
One of the attractions of motorsport is that there are categories that suit almost every taste and budget. This 1965 Porsche 356C demonstrates that, with a previous owner modifying it for vintage competition. It presents well and is a… more»
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430 HP LS3 Swapped 1999 Porsche 911 Carrera
The fifth generation of the Porsche 911 introduced major changes when it hit dealer lots back in 1997, and it wasn’t just the exterior redesign, either. Known as the Type 996, the revamped car gave up its air-cooling system… more»
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Jewel Green Targa: 1996 Toyota Supra Turbo
These days, there’s no denying the fourth-generation Toyota Supra Turbo has become a pillar of the 1990s collector car community. It was a significant vehicle when new, producing outrageous performance that bested most of its competition. The styling was… more»
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Stored Twenty Years: 1960 Triumph TR3A
By most measures, Standard Motor Company was late to the sports car niche. Vauxhall’s 1910 C-10 – dubbed the “Prince Henry” – is considered to be Britain’s first sports car; MG and Morgan were born making sports cars; Jaguar… more»
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Pint-Size Project: No Reserve 1951 Crosley Super Sport
Variety is the spice of life, and you certainly can’t say that you don’t get that at Barn Finds. We see plenty of desirable muscle and pony cars crossing our desks, but this 1951 Crosley Super Sport sits at… more»
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Parked in ’77: 1963 Jaguar E-Type Roadster
If this 1963 Jaguar E-Type Roadster proves nothing else, it demonstrates that rummaging around in sheds and barns can unearth automotive gold. A previous owner placed it into storage in 1977, and it has just emerged into the light… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1985 Honda Prelude
When Honda unveiled the S600 and proudly proclaimed that it believed its motorcycle successes would translate to automobile production, many people giggled quietly. After all, it was hard to take the company seriously when you assessed its offerings at… more»
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Rare Beauty: 1969 MGC Roadster
The MGC was one car when it was launched in 1967. But it is another car altogether today. The physical aspects of this transformation are rooted in modern cures for the many complaints about handling and heaviness when the… more»
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Sebring Winner: 1952 Crosley Super Sport
Some people believe that the Corvette was America’s first post-war sports car, but the title actually belongs to a lesser-known and very small machine. The Crosley Hot Shot predated the Corvette by a few years and, believe it or… more»
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Summer and Winter Combo: Daimler V8 and Fiat 1200
This is an intriguing package deal. Normally, when we see two or more vehicles come up for grabs in the same listing, there’s a theme to the offering. One running car plus a parts car, or a collection of… more»
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Matching Numbers and Meissen Blue: 1959 Porsche 356
Every now and again, we have to remind ourselves that collector cars were not always considered items of extreme value. They were old, used vehicles that got passed around, much like the modern-day Boxster and Mustang. Not only were… more»
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Desert Patina: 1976 BMW 2002
I try to keep up with auction results, but it’s near impossible to track every model across the multiple auction platforms that exist these days. The BMW 2002 Tii is a model I had incorrectly assumed had settled back… more»
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Greenwood Kit: 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
Customization plays a large role in the classic scene, with upgrades ranging from mild to wild. The 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 probably didn’t need much help to make a statement, but this car’s former owner added a Greenwood Body… more»
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Rebuilt AW11: 1989 Toyota MR2
A first-generation Toyota MR2 always gets attention, but this 1989 example listed on craigslist brings a slightly different angle. Located with a clean title and showing just 1,000 miles on the odometer, the seller describes it as a fully… more»
