Cool roof line! Yeah, but there’s a bit more to this 1959 Mercedes 220S than attractive lines. It’s definitely rough around the edges, but this Benz is one to examine! Found in Riverside, California, this project Mercedes is available… more»
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28K Original Miles: 1996 Volkswagen Golf
When I was 16, my vehicle of choice was a MK3, or third-generation, Volkswagen Jetta. After seemingly seeing this era of economy sedan on the road for years, it has all but disappeared. I suspect this is due to… more»
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Turbo Project: 1980 Porsche 924
As someone who often has too many cars and not enough time to actually use them, I understand the sentiment of a seller who claims they are moving on from a vehicle due to lack of use. But it’s… more»
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001 Prototype? 1955 Porsche 356A
We don’t discriminate at Barn Finds, considering every classic that appears on the site as special in some way. However, a car occasionally appears on our desks that pushes that definition to the limit. Such is the case with… more»
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ABC Widebody Benz: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 500SEC
The 1980s were synonymous with many different aspects of the automotive hobby that today are powerful forces on the vintage car market. From improving performance standards to more luxurious offerings from European counterparts, it was a time when a… more»
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Estate Sale Gamble: 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300E
Buying from an estate sale is enormously tempting for many of us when there’s an old car involved. The seller of this 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300E snagged it out of a local estate as a non-runner, and based on the… more»
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Fun in the Sun: Meyers Manx
Is it real? That’s the first question that comes to mind when we see a Meyers Manx. Here on facebook Marketplace is the real deal, a Meyers Manx situated on a 1955 Volkswagen pan, accompanied by a certificate of… more»
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38k Original Miles: 1960 Volkswagen Beetle
Automotive history is littered with cars that changed the face of motoring, from the Ford Model T to the Mustang. However, the Volkswagen Beetle stands out because over twenty-one million of these little classics prowled the planet’s roads by… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1998 BMW Z3 2.8
After owning a couple Porsche Boxsters, we thought we would give another iconic modern roadster, the BMW Z3, a try. If the Boxster is underrated, the Z3 is a wildly underappreciated gem. It offers excellent performance and fun handling,… more»
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Father’s Weekend Car: 1981 Porsche 911 SC Coupe
A mismatch between the competence of the car and the verbiage advertising it for sale is not uncommon, and here’s another example: what could be a superb 1981 Porsche 911 SC coupe, used for weekend driving, is described in… more»
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BF Exclusive: Porsche Technical Books and Service Manual
You don’t need to own a classic Porsche to appreciate or collect vintage Porsche memorabilia. The company produced lots of interesting and cool print items over the years. Even their service manuals are fun to look through, as they… more»
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Upholstery Shop Find: 1973 BMW 2002 Tii
Upholstery shops are hidden gems of potential project car surprises. Both of the shops I patronized back in Rhode Island had a variety of gems hidden on the property, both belonging to the proprietor and to customers who had… more»
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Jubilee Project: 1988 Porsche 911 Commemorative Edition
Now, not too long ago, I questioned some of the ridiculous values that Porsche 911s in basketcase condition have been given by sellers who are clearly counting on cashing in. However, today’s project-grade 911 deserves the price the seller… more»
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What’s It Worth? 1984 Porsche 911 Targa
There’s a veneer around Porsches that suggests that are elusive, or otherwise difficult to find – so, if you want one, you’ll need to accept the fact that today’s entry point into air-cooled ownership is likely via a project… more»
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Running $5,500 Project: 1972 Porsche 914
A few days ago, we showed you a Porsche 914 that had been given the royal treatment to ostensibly yield one of the best examples on the market of Porsche’s mid-engined, entry-level model. Today, we have the opposite end… more»
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Fresh From Storage: 1987 BMW 635CSi
This E24-chassis BMW 6-Series lives in that unique space of looking good enough to be a driver right now while also likely exhibiting some of the classic signs of benign neglect. It hasn’t been righteously abused, but it also… more»
