The seller says that “this thing is so much fun it should be illegal!” I haven’t driven one in close to four decades but I do remember it being a fun little car at the time. This 1978 Renault Le… more»
French Classic Cars
May 19, 2017 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Affordable Exotica: 1972 Citroen SM
The Citroen SM has become quite popular among collectors of exotics and fans of French automobiles alike, which has priced them out of reach for many hobbyists. Despite their superior driving dynamics, complex equipment and a propensity for rust make… more»
Mar 6, 2017 • For Sale • 28 Comments
The Weird 2 Project: 1969 Citroen DS21
Sometimes, the license plate is as interesting as the car it’s attached to. The plate on this 1969 Citroen ZX DS21 spells out “Weird 2,” which could indicate there’s another oddball in the original owner’s collection with the plate… more»
Feb 28, 2017 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Ready to Deal: Muscle Cars & Drivers in Montana
Here’s an interesting listing found on craigslist in Montana: seemingly, a wheeler dealer of sorts who doesn’t necessarily have the cash on hand to buy the car or truck of his choosing, but is willing to make any number… more»
Feb 6, 2017 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Standing Ovation? 1984 AMC Renault Encore
The Renault / AMC years were interesting ones, and the offspring of this marriage are still spotted in the wild today. Unfortunately introduced just about the time competition from Japan was ramping up and fuel prices were trending down, the… more»
Feb 5, 2017 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Little Boat: 1923 Citroën ZX Deluxe Drophead
Usually when a car is described as a boat you think of something about 20 feet long. This Citroen listed on eBay is not quite what you think of when you think of a boat-tail. Citroen has built some… more»
Jan 31, 2017 • For Sale • 9 Comments
LeLectric Car: 1980 Lectric Leopard
For those of you who don’t care for the regular LeCar powertrain, or those of you who lament anyone “ruining” a perfectly good car to turn it into a battery-powered car, this one is for you! This unusual ride… more»
Jan 30, 2017 • For Sale • 29 Comments
French Survivor: 1954 Peugeot 203
Often many of the French automobiles we feature here on Barn Finds are unusual, or different, from many automobiles built through time. This 1954 Peugeot 203 is a simple, yet stately looking sedan, not all that different from some of… more»
Jan 29, 2017 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Le Van: 1960 Renault Petite-Panel Van
Are you looking for something different? I mean, really different? If so, this 1960 Renault Petite-Panel Van is what you’ve been looking for. This cool and unusual hauler is on Craigslist with an asking price of $3,000. As you… more»
Jan 18, 2017 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Italy + France: 1969 Simca 1118
Here’s an unusual one; go figure, coming from me. This t-square special is a 1969 Simca 1118. What a sexy name! 1118! If you’re dead-set against square cars, this one isn’t for you, this car defines the “three-box design”… more»
Jan 12, 2017 • For Sale • 16 Comments
It’s Not Just Us! Here’s A French Shorty!
And here I thought we in the United States hosted the only folks interested in drastically shortening a vehicle to comical proportions! Apparently I was wrong, and I appreciate Barn Finds reader Arno D. for sending in this great… more»
Jan 6, 2017 • For Sale • 22 Comments
32,000 Mile R-10: 1967 Renault 10
Franophiles, here’s a 1967 Renault 10 in really nice shape. It can be found on craigslist with an asking price of $4,900 or best offer. That may seem like the absolute top of the market for a car like… more»
Jan 3, 2017 • For Sale • 22 Comments
$21K! 1962 Facel Vega Facellia F2 Sport Coupé
This 1962 Facel Vega Facellia F2 Sport Coupé is on Craigslist with an asking price of $21,000. It’s in Napa County in California wine country. As if a person needed another reason to visit that beautiful area.
Dec 15, 2016 • For Sale • 16 Comments
$500 Franco-American: 1985 Renault Encore
Here’s one for you French car lovers and American car lovers. Not to mention you AMC lovers and Renault lovers! Confused? Me, too. This is a 1985 Renault Encore and it’s listed on eBay with an unmet opening bid… more»
Dec 3, 2016 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Swap Time? 1960 Peugeot 403 Estate
Normally, I’m a fan of keeping cars relatively stock–this cute little Estate is an exception. With the engine and some interior and exterior components missing, but a pretty solid body shell and suspension, I think this car is a… more»
Nov 30, 2016 • For Sale Stories • 24 Comments
The French Quarry Find
A while back I came across a story about an abandoned stone quarry in France that was jam packed with cars, but I struggled to find the source of the images or the whole story. Well after featuring the Hawkeye… more»
