The Porsche 928 is one of two things: it’s either the cheapest entry point into legitimate, GT car ownership, or a pathway to potential aggravation and expensive parts. It really depends on where you are on the pathway to… more»
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Restoration Possible? 1959 Porsche 356A
If only cars could talk. This Porsche’s back story is not revealed in the listing here on eBay, but its condition suggests submersion in salty water at some point. And yet: most of its parts appear to be in… more»
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959 Conversion: 1975 Porsche 911 Targa
One of the more intriguing aspects of the modern sports car market is how many of these vehicles used to be consider ratty, track-day specials, with little regard given to how much they might be worth someday. The E30… more»
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Nut and Bolt Restoration: 1988 BMW M3
Taking a car that is already worth a considerable amount in stock form and then modifying it extensively is a bold choice. The E30-chassis BMW M3 is one of the more desirable homologation cars to come out of the… more»
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Need a Donor or Project? Stash of Rusty Gold
If you’re in the vicinity of Santa Rosa, California, you may want to get hold of this seller. He (Dan) has at least 17 cars and trucks sitting out in a field and rusting away. We’re told he’s “testing… more»
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Wrecked Racer: 1970 Porsche 914/6 GT
Former Formula 1 driver Mark Webber once famously said that if you’re going to race cars, you’re going to crash them. Sometimes the incidents are relatively minor, while others can signal the end of that car’s racing career. This… more»
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Shed Find: 1976 Porsche 914 2.0
Storing a car away for a short-term sojourn is something most of us have done at one point. The motivations range from going on a longer trip or deployment; time/space/financial needs determining it needs to be out of the… more»
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5-Speed Manual! 1979 Porsche 928
My son recently discovered the classic Kenny Rogers song, “The Gambler.” It has been playing on a near-nonstop basis in our home for the past three weeks, so I currently know all the words by heart. It’s a fitting… more»
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Three-Gauge Long Hood: 1966 Porsche 912
There are times when you are presented with the option to buy a car, and it gets deep into your psyche. You decide you will move mountains to take on a project, whether it means renting space or selling… more»
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BMW Diesel-Powered 1984 Lincoln Continental
I rant about bad photos a lot here on Barn Finds, and craigslist ads seem to be the worst. My apologies for that. Here’s a listing for a 1984 Lincoln Continental with a BMW turbodiesel engine, and the car… more»
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Summer’s Coming: 1974 Volkswagen Thing
The Volkswagen Thing is an intriguing combination of parts, with a chassis designed to handle light off-road duties owing to its military origins in the Type 181 model. Unlike that vehicle, however, the Thing was clearly intended to be… more»
BF Classified: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL
This 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL is a two-owner survivor that presents superbly. It carries the hallmarks of a classic that has been treated respectfully throughout its life, while the combination of interior features and the velvety-smooth V8 under the… more»
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Going Postal: 1969 Volkswagen Type 147 “Fridolin”
It’s a lot easier to say “Fridolin” than Kleinlieferwagen, which was the official name for Germany’s first purpose-built postal delivery vehicle. Designed by Volkswagen and unveiled in 1965, it supplanted the sea of yellow VW Bugs that the Deutsche… more»
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Porsche Speedster Replica With Patina
There’s little doubt that a Porsche Speedster is an extremely valuable asset these days, and it has been for years. All of the key ingredients are there, from limited production to inspired performance to legitimate racing pedigree. Because of… more»
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The Other Bond Car: 2000 BMW Z8 Convertible
The BMW Z8 was one of those iconic models that became highly collectible almost instantly. Seen as the spiritual successor to the iconic BMW 507 sports car, it blended the old and new perfectly without being too obvious about… more»
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BF Auction: 1975 Volkswagen 23 Window Bus
Few vehicles generate smiles and nostalgia quite like the Volkswagen Type 2 Bus, and the legendary 23-window configuration has long represented the most desirable version of them all. With its panoramic roofline, unmistakable silhouette, and carefree personality, the 23-window… more»
