UPDATE 2/5/12 – Sold for $7,550 with 57 bids! The Citroen DS shocked the world when it was released in 1955. As you can see, the styling was unlike anything seen before. Things were pretty high tech under the… more»
French Classic Cars
Dec 14, 2011 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Slumbering Saoutchik: 1949 Talbot Lago T26
Barn finds have always been prized by the average car collector, as they are typically affordable to buy and hopefully easy to restore. Recently even the Concours crowd has taken notice. There was even a preservation class at the… more»
Nov 29, 2011 • Stories • 8 Comments
Deutsch Bonnet HBR-5 and Luxe Le Mans
This could possibly be one of the most interesting finds we’ve ever come across. This 1958 Deutsch Bonnet HBR-5 Super Rallye has some amazing history, which includes racing at Sebring in 1961. The car was originally purchased by Eddie… more»
Sep 21, 2011 • Stories • 31 Comments
Preserved Goddess: 1956 Citroen DS
In the world of unique cars there aren’t many cars as unique as the Citroen DS. Well reader Greg L not only found a DS, but one of the first to make it to the states and one of… more»
Sep 14, 2011 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Bugatti Barn Finds Still Exist
With all the talk about how all the good barn finds have already been found, one cant help but wonder if the the supply is drying up. Well we can confirm that new discoveries are being made everyday and… more»
Aug 2, 2011 • Stories • 7 Comments
Moroccan Barn Find
The rush of opening an old barn and finding a priceless piece of automotive history is every car guy’s dream. Well reader John shared this amazing barn find that a close friend of his discovered a few years ago…. more»
Jul 27, 2011 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Citroen SM Garage Find
Update 12/31/11 – We finally heard back from the seller that this one went quick. Update 7/27/11 – We have more information from the seller and an unbelievable low asking price! Here is what the owner had to say… more»
Jul 26, 2011 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Bargain 1964 Renault Caravelle
Update 7/30/11 – The seller just informed us that the car has sold. We have had a sudden influx of Caravelle lately with a recent barn find and now this. Whether the car is parked in a barn or… more»
Jul 25, 2011 • For Sale • 7 Comments
1961 Renault Caravelle Barn Find
UPDATE 1/30/12 – We just heard from Pete that this Renault sold right away for $1,000. With just a quick glance most people wouldn’t recognize what’s buried under this pile of old junk, but if you look close enough… more»
French Lotus: 1983 Talbot Matra Murena
Finding a car which offers Lotus like handling can be challenging, but this Talbot Matra Murena comes pretty close. And what it lacks in performance, it makes up in looks and character. This rare low mileage French sports car… more»
Jul 14, 2011 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Fish Face: 1958 Panhard Dyna Z
Here is a French oddball you don’t see often. A 1958 Panhard Dyna Z and although we realize it won’t get you anywhere quick, we wanted to feature it because of its one of a kind design. This one… more»
Jun 30, 2011 • For Sale • 9 Comments
French Italian: 1972 Citroen SM
With it’s blocky stying and plastic covered headlights, the Citroen left much to be desired in the looks department, but there is no denying that the the SM was one of the most technologically advanced automobiles of it’s day…. more»
