Although the Electric car was born more than 100 years ago, it is still a rather uncommon sight to come across a classic electric. Scarce, with some interesting key players in its development, the Henney Kilowatt was an American… more»
French Classic Cars
Jun 27, 2019 • Classifieds • 40 Comments
French Goddess: 1971 Citroen D Super
If you have never looked at one of these amazing cars, you should. Not only was the styling futuristic, but the mechanicals were downright space-age! They featured front-wheel-drive and a “magic carpet ride” hydropneumatic suspension. This one came from… more»
Jun 26, 2019 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Solid French Classic: 1955 Citroen Traction Avant
The success of the Citroen Traction Avant can be measured on two separate levels. The first is that the car managed to remain in production, although undergoing frequent upgrades along the way, for a total of 23-years. The second… more»
Jun 16, 2019 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Return of the Adobe: 1984 Renault LeCar
The French, despite being our longest running allies, are too often the target of jokes told by silly Americans. Who here among us hasn’t imitated a snooty Parisian waiter or enjoyed laughing at movies that ridicule their eccentric Gallic… more»
Jun 15, 2019 • For Sale • 18 Comments
The Nicest One Left? 1978 Renault 17 Gordini
One of the Renault models that we had in the U.S. was the 17, along with the LeCar. For years those were the only two Renaults sold here. Looking back on it now, I can’t believe that even those… more»
Jun 5, 2019 • For Sale • 18 Comments
French Diplomat: 1952 Citroen Traction Avant
When it comes to cars that could be labeled as truly ground-breaking, the Citroen Traction Avant would have to feature in that category. It was a car that brought a number of new ideas to the automotive table, and… more»
May 29, 2019 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Your New Food Truck? 1973 Citroen HY Van
When it comes to vintage trucks and vans, it’s hard to deny their appeal strictly from a character standpoint. There’s something about a rig that’s been used for mundane tasks and assignments that survives to live a nice retirement… more»
May 28, 2019 • For Sale • 14 Comments
French 3-Seater: 1983 Talbot Matra Murena
Here’s a rare bird: a 1983 Talbot-Matra Murena with the larger 2.2L four-cylinder engine. This particular car (and brand) was not seen in North America, but the Murena was imported early in its life into Canada, arriving in Montreal… more»
May 21, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments
French Classic: 1990 Peugeot 405 Mi16
As a manufacturer, Peugeot has had an interesting history. Although they have long been known for producing fairly sedate and bullet-proof small to mid-sized cars, every now and then they will unveil a car that is something quite special… more»
May 20, 2019 • For Sale • 17 Comments
UPDATE: 40 Years in a Barn: 1924 Renault NN1
UPDATE – After featuring this 1924 Renault NN1-6CV last fall, it’s for sale again here on eBay in Monticello, Maine with a much lower opening bid price of $5,000. FROM 9/4/18 – If you’re looking for something that is… more»
May 16, 2019 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Rare French Classic: 1960 Facel-Vega
When I look back at all of the various cars that I have written about for Barn Finds, I have definitely written about many that have been in a sadder state than this 1960 Facel-Vega, but I doubt that… more»
May 12, 2019 • For Sale • 37 Comments
UPDATE: Stored Since 1991! 1969 Simca 1204
UPDATE – After featuring this Simca a little over a year ago, it’s for sale again here on Craigslist in Armada, Michigan with an asking price of $700 or best offer. Thanks to Roger for sending in this tip!… more»
May 12, 2019 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Rare French Convertible: 1968 Peugeot 204 Convertible
Here in the English-speaking world, we would refer to this Peugeot 204 as either a Roadster or a Convertible. In France it would be known as a “Décapotable.” It is a car that was designed by famed Italian design… more»
May 9, 2019 • For Sale • 43 Comments
Meet George Jetson: 1959 Citroen ID 19
We were recently chatting about how groundbreaking in design the Studebaker Hawk was compared to some other offerings at the same time, but this 1959 Citroen ID 19 blows them all out of the water! This futuristic (even now)… more»
May 3, 2019 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Closet Find: 1926 Louis Vuitton Train Case
Don’t worry, there’s a good reason this is on Barn Finds! Before Louis Vuitton became a famous fashion brand, they produced trunks. You know, the kind you strapped onto the back of your motor car! You may not remember… more»
May 3, 2019 • For Sale • 35 Comments
1st of Only 43 Made: 1960 Henney Kilowatt
The 20th Century was littered with so many unusual and interesting vehicle companies that I wonder if anyone has ever come up with a comprehensive list of every different car company? Probably not, but now I have something to… more»
