I know that there are a lot of diesel pickups in Tulsa, Oklahoma but I wonder how many diesel-powered French cars there are in Tulsa? This 1978 Peugeot 504 diesel sedan is located there so there’s at least one…. more»
French Classic Cars
Aug 21, 2018 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Geneva Show Car: 1993 Bugatti EB 110
Bugattis have a colorful history in almost any iteration, and the elaborate EB 110 was produced at a time when the company’s ownership was flirting with financial ruin. Despite this, the EB 110 remains one of the most sought-after… more»
Aug 1, 2018 • For Sale • 10 Comments
En Francais: 1962 Renault Caravelle Project Package
Ask almost anyone to name a rear engine sporting car from the late fifties-early sixties time period and you’ll probably hear Karmann-Ghia. Say Renault Caravelle and you’ll likely get a blank stare. That may be what’s going on with… more»
Jul 30, 2018 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Lawn Art Project: 1959 Panhard Dyna Z
Here’s one you don’t see everyday: a Panhard Dyna Z from the late 1950s, a fascinating French creation that offered unusual styling, room for six, and utilized aluminum to cut down on weight. The catfish-like nose gives the impression… more»
Jul 29, 2018 • Uncategorized • 18 Comments
Give Me A Break: 1975 Citroën Ami 8 Break
I never thought that I’d own a French car but I do. They’re an acquired taste for sure, at least for those of us who weren’t born and raised in France. This 1975 Citroën Ami 8 Break is a car… more»
Jul 16, 2018 • Uncategorized • 30 Comments
1 of 54! 1984 Renault GTA Alpine V6 GT
Wearing classic ’80s monochrome white, this 1984 Renault GTA Alpine V6 GT may represent the ultimate specimen on the planet, a claim easier to quantify than most considering only 54 were built. This 17,500 mile time capsule in Miami,… more»
Jul 15, 2018 • Uncategorized • 28 Comments
Taste of Monte Carlo? 1960 Panhard PL17
One of the reasons that I love this job is the sheer diversity of the offerings that come our way. Situated in Marion, Ohio, and listed here on eBay with a starting bid of $2,000 and only a day… more»
Jul 14, 2018 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Franco Survivor: 1988 Peugeot 505 GLX
We hear tell that comedian Jerry Lewis was loved in France. What’s not to love about a cool French sedan on American shores? This 1988 Peugeot, up for grabs on here on craigslist at $3,500 obo in the San… more»
Jul 6, 2018 • Classifieds • 45 Comments
Reader Ad: Argentinian 1977 Citroen 3CV
Does anyone know why Citroen called their 2CV a 3CV in Argentina? What Makes It Special? This is a Citroen 3CV produced in Argentina, roughly 6,600 were made. This Citroen has the ability to switch between a hard top… more»
Jul 2, 2018 • Success Stories • 19 Comments
Success Story: 1967 Renault R10
One of the best and most rewards part of what we do here at Barn Finds is hearing that we helped someone save a classic car, especially one that the new owner is truly passionate about. So when we… more»
Jun 28, 2018 • Uncategorized • 11 Comments
Upgraded Technology: 1980 Lectric Leopard
EVs aren’t quite “all the rage” as some folks think they are with just a tiny percentage of sales going to battery-powered vehicles. Conversion companies have come and gone over the decades and some of them produced some pretty… more»
Jun 12, 2018 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Powered by Maserati: 1974 Citroen SM
While the classic Citroen DS is not an uncommon find on craigslist – usually in basketcase form – the Maserati-powered SM pops up less frequently. These were impressive GT cars in their day, combining the innovative Citroen suspension with… more»
May 29, 2018 • Uncategorized • 19 Comments
Micro Mania: 1953 Mochet CM-125 Grand Luxe
Wow, this thing is small. As in being over a foot shorter than a Subaru 360 sort of small. That’s small. This is a 1953 Mochet CM-125 Grand Luxe and it’s listed on eBay as a classified ad in… more»
May 22, 2018 • Uncategorized • 20 Comments
Huge Stash Of Citroens!
We’ve seen some strange car hoards, but this could be the weirdest one yet! Barn Finds reader David N sent us a tip about this “collection” of Citroens in the Netherlands. It appears that the owner specializes in restoring… more»
May 21, 2018 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Forlorn Estate: Citroen DS Break
Citroen’s DS cars are fascinating vehicles, overly-complex but also engineering marvels. Their values traverse a wide range, with some pristine examples selling for six-figure prices at auction in recent years. This estate-bodied example was taken in trade for services… more»
May 9, 2018 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Rough Renault: Early-1970s Renault 17 TS
Huuu’eee, this 1971-1974 Renault 17 TS is in tough shape. It’ll be a labor and/or labor of love to bring this one back. It can be found on Craigslist, or here on the CL archive, in Friendsville, Pennsylvania –… more»
