As with almost any sport, the question of who is (or was) the greatest Formula 1 driver of all time will always ignite debate. If raw statistics are the determining factor, it is hard to look beyond Lewis Hamilton… more»
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Numbers Matching Barn Find: 1955 Porsche Pre-A Speedster
Every now and again, we miss a truly great barn find. It happens; we’re human. But when a car is special enough, we feel inclined to share it, even if you missed the chance to bid on it. We… more»
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Black on Red: 1965 Porsche 356C
The Porsche 356 isn’t coming down in price; the baseline is set. While there has definitely more stability in this marketplace after the surge in values a few years ago, it seems that a decent project car (one with… more»
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Originally Oak Green: 1976 Porsche 930
“Spin” is an interesting tactic when it comes to selling cars. You can tell a good story because there is one – i.e., the old man and his sports car that he’s owned since new and drove all over… more»
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Restore or Drive? 1970 BMW 2800CS
This 1970 BMW 2800CS gives me hope. Yes, hope because it shows a car can still be desirable even if it hasn’t been completely restored. I’ll get into why this is personal in a moment, but for now, this… more»
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Ran Out of Time: 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
Getting a project across the proverbial finish line is a milestone for any vehicle enthusiast. However, even when critical achievements are met, you can still encounter burnout and throw in the towel. This 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is one of… more»
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One Family, Two Continents: 1967 Goggomobil TS250
At Barn Finds, we’re no strangers to classics that have remained part of the same family since Day One. However, when the vehicle in question is quirky and its history spans two continents and almost six decades, it is… more»
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1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Barn Find Project
As Volkswagens go, the Karmann Ghia is one of the most stylish. We can debate early vs late, type 14 vs type 34, but each offers a unique appeal, on the road and visually. Here on craigslist is a… more»
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Original Fun: 1969 Meyers Manx Dune Buggy
Few vehicles embody the carefree spirit of the 1960s quite like the Meyers Manx dune buggy, and this one, listed here on eBay and located in Middletown, Rhode Island, is a genuine example with authentication #0392 from Bruce Meyers… more»
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BF Auction: 1967 La Dawri Sebring Roadster
Enthusiasts of unique fiberglass specials and Volkswagen-powered sports cars will want to take a close look at this 1967 La Dawri Sebring Roadster, now offered exclusively through Barn Finds Auctions. Showing just 5,630 miles and presented with a clean… more»
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Rare Variant: 1995 BMW Alpina B3 Sedan
Alpina’s early history saw it shifting around, looking for an identity. Its first business was making typewriters, and later it attempted to enter the textile industry. The company hit paydirt in 1962 when it built a Weber carburetor to… more»
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The Original Dune Buggy: 1972 Meyers Manx
Few vehicles capture the carefree, beach-going spirit of the 1960s and 1970s like the Meyers Manx dune buggy, and this example, listed here on eBay, is patterned after the original “Old Red.” Titled as a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, this… more»
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C2 Cabriolet: 1991 Porsche 911
As someone who owns a very similar car, the 964-chassis Porsche 911 is near and dear. In my biased opinion, this era of air-cooled 911 captures the perfect blend of old and new styling while also being modern enough… more»
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Ran When Parked: 1973 Porsche 914 2.0
This 1973 Porsche 914 2.0 was supposedly a runner when it was parked many years ago, but it may not matter much based on the current condition. The later 2.0L cars are generally desirable for their improved performance over… more»
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Arctic White On Red: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
The Mercedes-Benz R107 is not unlike the C3/C4 Chevrolet Corvette, in my book: they made a ton of them, you can always find one for sale, but a truly decent one is still a car worth checking out. The… more»
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Last Air-Cooled: 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible
With a lifespan of 65 years riding on the same platform, the Volkswagen Beetle is one of those cars that has truly earned its place in history as a cultural icon. The Bug also scored high marks for reliability,… more»
