UPDATE – Due to some confusion about the high bid, we’ve relisted this Beetle. Be sure to take another look and cast your bids! There’s just something special about the VW Beetle. Their performance isn’t something to write home… more»
German Classic Cars
Feb 2, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Restoration From Brazil: 1974 Volkswagen Kombi
Launched in 1950, the VW Type II was a bus-like vehicle to serve as a companion to the VW Beetle. It was built in multiple markets and known by a variety of names, such as the Transporter, Kombi, Microbus,… more»
Feb 1, 2023 • For Sale • 5 Comments
First Production Motorcycle? 1894 Hildebrand & Wolfmüller
Even though somewhere between 1,000 and 2,000 examples were reportedly built, these first production motorcycles are rare today. They were the world’s first internal combustion-powered motorcycles to be in series production, and this 1894 Hildebrand & Wolfmüller is said… more»
Jan 31, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Worth Fixing? 1962 Porsche 356 Project
There’s a certain level of empathy we tend to have here at Barn Finds when it comes to rescuing forlorn project cars. Many of us would likely make bad decisions (myself included) to save a special car that was… more»
Jan 31, 2023 • Auctions • 21 Comments
BF Auction: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 SDL
There comes a time in most people’s lives when owning a hard-edged performance car is less appealing, and the lure of a more luxurious classic is impossible to resist. Traditional “land yachts” can fulfill that need, although they don’t… more»
Jan 29, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Rat Rod or Restore: 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220S
One of the harder lessons about classic car ownership is not everything that is vintage or rare is necessarily valuable. We all fantasize about the epic barn find we discover, but can sometimes have those daydreams tempered by realizing… more»
Jan 29, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Last of the Breed: 1976 Porsche 914 2.0
In 1970, Porsche debuted a mid-engined road car that was wildly revolutionary. Unfortunately, lukewarm styling and a pedestrian powerplant provided by partner Volkswagen threw a wet blanket on sales. When the 914 finally went out of production, it had… more»
Jan 28, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Caledonia Green Stunner: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 240D
Sometimes, all it takes is a paint color to completely change your opinion about a given make or model of car. In the case of a 1979 Mercedes-Benz 240D painted in a rare shade of paint known as “Caledonia… more»
Jan 28, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
91K Original Miles: 1961 Volkswagen Beetle
When it comes to original cars, the details can become exceedingly small but simultaneously grow in significance. It’s almost as if the more granular you get, the more the truly special cars stand out because not a single detail… more»
Jan 27, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Project Slant Nose: 1980 Porsche 911
Despite all of us knowing a thing or two about the automotive hobby, we’re occasionally reminded that not everyone lives in the same world. For instance: if you happen to own a European sports car that is known for… more»
Jan 24, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Restore or Recycle? BMW 2800CS Shell
If you follow old BMWs to any extent, you already know the E9 chassis cars are fairly pricey in either restored or survivor condition. Even if it’s a project, cars that aren’t terribly rusty still pull a decent number… more»
Jan 24, 2023 • For Sale • 41 Comments
50 Year Ownership: 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL
There are few European vehicles as iconic as the original Mercedes-Benz 300SL “Gullwing” coupe. There is no surprise that this car is listed with a million-dollar price tag, as it has been an immensely collectible model for years. Even… more»
Jan 23, 2023 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Custom Convertible: 1969 Volkswagen Type 3 Fastback
Over the years, air-cooled Volkswagens have been modified in many different ways. Some of these aftermarket creations made sense, such as the many varieties of kit cars built on top of VW chassis and powerplants like the Bradley GT… more»
Jan 20, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Florida Bimmer: 1998 BMW M3 Five-Speed
In most states, this car would qualify for “Collector” license plates, since it’s more than 20 years old now. A 1998 BMW M3 with collector plates? I bet there are more than a few out there, although there can… more»
Jan 20, 2023 • For Sale • 47 Comments
Grosser? 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
We got a twofer! Not only is it Gullwing Motors’ time, but it’s also time for another installment of, “What in the Sam Hill happened?”, this time the subject being a rare 1966 Mercedes 600. A Mercedes 600 is… more»
Jan 18, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Project Car Bonanza: Mercedes, BMW, and Porsche Collection
For a German car nerd like me, listings like these make me suddenly forget all of my other financial obligations and begin looking for cheap transporters heading northbound. I need another project car like I need multiple root canals,… more»
