With values of BMW’s E30 M3 at an all-time high, it’s no surprise that the values of later E36 M3s are also rising. Aficionados overlooked the E36 for a long time, but it is a great car, and in… more»
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34k Miles? 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
We seem to run across quite a few interesting VW Beetles here at Barn Finds, from well-preserved survivors to wild customs, and just about everything in between. However, Karmann Ghia sightings are less frequent, and our thanks go out… more»
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Rare German Microcar: 1958 Lloyd Alexander LP 600
If a carmaker can sell a car made of plywood and vinyl, it’s facing a pretty strong market. And so it was with Lloyd, a brand name that Borgward resurrected in 1950 to sell cheap vehicles to customers ready… more»
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One-of-a-Kind Custom: 1973 Volkswagen Beetle
During the second half of the 20th Century, you couldn’t go a mile without seeing a Volkswagen Type 1 (aka Beetle). That’s because 21.5 million copies of the quirky “Bug” were built and sold between 1945 and 2003. But,… more»
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Unfinished Project: 1978 Porsche 911SC Targa
As much as I am a fan of the Porsche 911, it still boggles my mind a bit to see both the prices and condition of cars that come up for sale. The market has softened a bit for… more»
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Clean 4-Door: 1986 BMW 325e
The E30 chassis BMW 3-Series remains one of the most beloved enthusiast cars out there. However, it’s typically when found in its most sporting form, such as a two-door with the factory sport package. That being said, if you… more»
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79k-Mile Survivor: 1981 Mercedes-Benz 240D
My fifth-grade teacher always drove a Mercedes-Benz, which was an oddity in my rust-belt corner of the country not only because of its economic implications but also because of its birthplace. Here in Michigan, especially back in the 1980s,… more»
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No Reserve! 1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle
The collectability of Beetles varies widely. Cars made in the 1950s, especially those with oval or split windows are prized. Immediate post-war examples have carved out a special niche – if you can find one. The ’60s cars have… more»
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No Reserve Oddity: 1981 Fiberfab Aztec 7
I’ve never been a person to hate specific cars; they may not be for me, and I may not check them out at the local car show, but I try to appreciate the mindset of someone who might like them. Such… more»
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Barn Find Sports Sedan: 1988 BMW 535is
I went down a bit of a rabbit hole looking at the listing for this clean 1988 BMW 535is, as I previously owned a very similar car, right down to the color combo of Alpine White over Pacific Blue…. more»
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$10 Million Barn Find: Jay Leno Reveals The Rarest Mercedes Gullwing
If an automobile find is exciting enough to pique the interest of Jay Leno, there’s not a much better indicator that something special is going on, especially when the car sold at auction for nearly $10 million. That’s the… more»
BF Exclusive: 1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle
UPDATE – The seller has lowered their asking price! Be sure to take another look and make them an offer. The original Volkswagen Beetle was incredibly popular for a reason: it’s simple and gets the job done, but that… more»
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Avantgarde Azzurro Edition: 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190E
These days, finding a collectible car that doesn’t cost an absolute fortune isn’t exactly easy. One life hack you could use, however, if you’re looking for exclusivity that doesn’t break the bank is to find a model offered overseas… more»
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Dusty 1982 Porsche 911 SC Slantnose
This 1982 Porsche 911 SC on eBay in Sacramento, California, is seemingly in much better condition than its meager description might suggest. But the salvage title might give pause–is it still in place? We’re told this 126,000-mile car received… more»
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BF Classified: 1974 Opel Manta Rallye
Sale Pending! My local library system has held an annual used book sale for decades, and it’s a rare year that doesn’t find me in attendance. As a kid, I came upon a musty stack of Car and Driver magazines… more»
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Canadian Barn Find: 1983 Audi Ur-Quattro
Located in Brantford, Ontario, Canada, I’m surprised to see a speedometer in this 1983 Audi Ur-Quattro measuring in MPH rather than one that measures in KPH. It has both numbers, of course, but as far as the primary numbers… more»
