When it comes to vintage Porsches (and any sports car, really), enthusiasts tend to live in the extremes: we either want a car that came equipped with a ton of options, or one that is a total stripper. In… more»
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A Turnkey Driver: 1964 Opel Kadett Wagon
Here’s one you won’t see every day: a 1964 Opel Kadett station wagon, or “Estate,” as wagons are often called. Opels were once a common sight on America’s highways and byways, but it’s been years since the former GM… more»
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LS Swap Candidate? 1984 Porsche 944
Whenever a car with a bad or missing engine is featured here on Barn Finds, the conversation inevitably turns to LS swapability. Normally it’s a bad idea but we may have found a car where the swap could make… more»
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Original Owner Cosworth: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 2.3-16
Much has been written about the BMW M3 from the 1980s, affectionately known to enthusiasts as the E30-era M3. It was one of the first times you could buy a car that was quite literally built for the race… more»
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Triple Black 993: 1995 Porsche 911 Convertible
It’s amazing that even among some of the most desirable models of collector cars, there can still be examples that take forever to sell. This clean 1995 Porsche 911 Cabriolet is part of the esteemed 993 generation, a model… more»
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Cleaning House: 2 Chevrolets and 5 Opel GTs
Here we have seven cars for sale that appear to have nothing in common but locale. One is a 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, a second is a 1967 Chevelle Malibu, and the rest are Opel GTs from the late… more»
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31k Original Miles: 1970 Opel Rekord
If you’re the type of enthusiast who wants to show up at a Cars & Coffee in a low-mileage classic and be virtually guaranteed that you won’t park beside an identical vehicle, this 1970 Opel Rekord is worth a… more»
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Super Bugger: 1969 Volkswagen Beetle
Some vehicle segments don’t really make much sense in terms of their market value. However, digging deeper can sometimes reveal that there’s an odd trait, or perhaps some underlying reason, why the seller believes the vehicle in question is… more»
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One Family Owned: 1964 Porsche 356C
I feel like there is a much bigger story behind this car than what is being shared on eBay, and that story could make it immensely more appealing. Right now, we have a rusty 1964 Porsche 356C listed with… more»
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39k Miles: 1958 Opel Olympia Rekord Project
German auto manufacturer Opel began selling cars in the U.S. through Buick dealers in 1957. That practice would continue until 1975, when Buick had sufficient traction with its own compact, the Apollo/Skylark. Rare today is the Opel Olympia Rekord… more»
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Pagoda Project: 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL
Here’s a running, driving project Pagoda fitted with Mercedes’ 2.8-liter inline six, placing it at the top of the W113 lineage. These cars were all roadsters, available with both removable hard and soft tops. The styling was by Paul… more»
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Solid Barn Find: 1970 BMW 2002
We’ve only seen about six examples of BMW’s sweet 2002 cross our desks at Barn Finds in the last year, so seeing two within days of each other is a rare treat. The last one was a tidy survivor,… more»
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Last Year in US: 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle
Over the course of 65 years, Volkswagen produced more than 21.5 million Type 1 automobiles, commonly referred to as the Beetle. The first one was assembled in 1938 in Germany and the last in 2003 in Mexico. 1977 was… more»
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Solid Survivor: 1976 BMW 2002
The appeal of the classic world is that it offers something for every taste. Those who prefer high-performance domestic models have plenty of choice, but there are also excellent options for those seeking something European. This 1976 BMW 2002… more»
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38K-Mile 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Limited Roadster
A vehicle from 2005 is pretty new to normally show up here on Barn Finds, but that was 21 years ago, so it’s not really that new. It predates the iPhone and most “modern” smartphones, most backup camera systems,… more»
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Custom Rolling Ad: 1972 Volkswagen Beetle
This vehicle was once a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle. Now it’s “Florida Sunshine In A Can,” a custom build that was intended for a promotional venture. As a “can car,” we’re told this was a professional build that attracts attention… more»
