Choosing a project candidate can sometimes be challenging, particularly if the buyer seeks something slightly exotic. Many cars of that type are expensive, parts can cost a small fortune, and drivetrains are often complicated. However, this 1974 Porsche 914… more»
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May 29, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Field Find: Laser Porsche 917 Kit Car
Does the location of a project car ever stir you to want to rescue it solely for the story of how you found it? To me, that is a portion of what makes every barn find so captivating: where… more»
May 28, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
European Delivery Diesel: 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240D
Can the provenance of a car convince you to buy a make or model you might not otherwise consider? I will freely admit to being at least swayed by a car’s story if it’s in the general ballpark of… more»
May 28, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Luxurious One-Owner Wagon: 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300TE
One of the family-hauler designs I miss frequently spotting on the roads is the tried and true station wagon, with Mercedes-Benz being no stranger to this marketplace. The company produced its fair share of fine offerings over the years,… more»
May 27, 2024 • For Sale • 3 Comments
12K Original Miles: 1990 Porsche 911 Targa
A few years ago – literally – it was a commonly held belief that the Targa-roofed Porsche 911 was among the least desirable made. Values reflected this, and you’d be hard-pressed to go to market with a Targa variant… more»
May 25, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Turnkey 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
Some classics are undeniably cool, and this 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible fits that mold. Its overall condition is impressive, and its interior bears little resemblance to what owners received with earlier versions. There are Convertibles that are faster and… more»
May 23, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Cheap Manual Sedan: 1973 BMW Bavaria
BMW has been known for many things, and chief among them is being a pioneer in the sport sedan segment. While the 3-Series is the model that typically gets all the glory, the larger 5-Series is almost more impressive… more»
May 22, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Discounted Project Car: 1964 Porsche 356 C
Every now and again, it seems like there is actually a reasonable deal in the air-cooled Porsche world – but those opportunities are fleeting and don’t tend to stick around long. This 1964 Porsche 356 C is listed with… more»
May 22, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Sun Bug Edition: 1974 Volkswagen Beetle
The Sun Bug was a special edition of the venerable Volkswagen Type 1 (aka Beetle). It was offered from 1973 to 1975 as either a sedan with a metal sunroof or a typical convertible. All the photos online show… more»
May 20, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
No Reserve: 1964 Volkswagen Beetle “Show Car”
Describing any classic as perfect is risky because an in-person inspection almost invariably reveals minor flaws or defects. However, the seller states that the supplied photos fail to do this 1964 Volkswagen Beetle justice. The owner left no stone… more»
May 18, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 Pullman with Only 2,500 Miles
Here’s a special find: a basically untouched 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 Pullman limousine from the glory days, and with only 2,500 miles on the odometer. It’s in Fort Wayne, Indiana here on eBay, with bidding at just over $25,000. It’s… more»
May 17, 2024 • For Sale • 3 Comments
No Reserve: 1978 Porsche 911 Targa
Here’s a car that was once quite attainable but has since become a bit of an item: the Porsche 911 Targa. Now, I know, we talk a lot about the rise in value for air-cooled 911s, but the Targa… more»
May 14, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Turbo Time Capsule: 1986 Porsche 944
Sitting in this garage is what many people believe to be the forgotten hero of the 1980s Porsche range. The 944 Turbo combined muscular looks, impressive handling, and an engine that provided neck-snapping acceleration. Our feature car is a… more»
May 14, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Package Deal: 1980 Porsche 924 Turbo Projects
Do you ever notice that some cars are perpetually in a project state? I feel like we see the turbocharged Porsche 924 looking like this sorry car here on a flatbed far more often than we see one sitting… more»
May 13, 2024 • Auctions • 28 Comments
BF Auction: 2005 Porsche Boxster
After helping the seller find new homes for the classic cars parked in her barn, Deborah hopes to find a good home for this 2005 Porsche Boxster with a Barn Finds Reader. While it’s newer than we typically list,… more»
May 13, 2024 • Auctions • 48 Comments
BF Auction: DKW Project Cars and Parts Collection
When you consider how difficult it is to begin restoring a project belonging to an obscure or otherwise extinct nameplate, it’s of little surprise that these orphan makes can be passed over for restoration. However, when you come across… more»
