Once we were a nation of builders. Long before the internet was around, and when cable TV consisted of twelve channels, people actually went out to their garages and built things. One of the more popular pastimes for such… more»
German Classic Cars
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Dover White Project: 1965 BMW R27
I have a soft spot for vintage BMWs of almost every stripe, and that includes the two-wheeled variety. The post-war years saw BMW emerge as a fledgling company looking to rebound from the devastation of WWII, and its motorcycle… more»
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BF Auction: 1961 Volkswagen Samba Deluxe 23-Window
Finding yourself with too many projects and selling one with the finish line in sight can be difficult. However, that is the decision the owner of this 1961 Volkswagen Samba Deluxe 23-Window Bus faced. With the panels and paint… more»
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Missing Pieces: 1971 BMW 2800CS
We’ve all been there: a project car gets so far only for us to run out of steam and wonder if we’re in it for the long haul. I have long been challenged by the notion that the years… more»
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Last Year Split Windshield: 1967 Volkswagen Bus
Growing up near a Volkswagen dealership in the seventies, we saw our fair share of these on the lot and running around the neighborhoods when I was a kid. But how times have changed, and it’s been years since… more»
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Air-Cooled 2.0: 1981 Volkswagen Westfalia
With warm weather fast approaching, the thoughts of many will turn to the subject of a well-earned summer vacation. The options are limitless, but this 1981 Volkswagen Westfalia could be irresistible to some. It recently underwent significant mechanical work… more»
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Cheap Gullwing? 1973 Bradley GT II
The GT was perhaps the best-known kit car built by the troubled Bradley Automotive back in its heyday during the 1970s. Most, if not all, were fiberglass bodies attached to a VW Beetle chassis and engine. This example is… more»
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1 Of 3? Kanzler Coupe Project
We never know what to expect at Barn Finds when checking our tips tab, but recently reader Roger spotted something I’d never heard of before, although I’m guessing maybe a few of our readers probably have. Before your eyes… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1984 Porsche 944
As the 1970s drew to a close, Porsche had plans to replace its iconic rear-engined 911 range with a selection of front-engined models. History shows that although the new models made it to market, buyer feedback motivated the company… more»
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Stored 40 Years: 1974 BMW 2002 Tii
One of BMW’s most successful automobiles was the 1960s and 1970s 2002 Series. It was a sporty, smaller touring car that was powered by a 2-liter inline-4. One version was the Tii which was fuel-injected while other variants were… more»
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Champagne Yellow Project: 1962 Porsche 356
Are we looking at a potentially very good deal here? This is a 1962 Porsche 356 in claimed project-grade condition, but it certainly looks like it’s very close to being a road-going driver given the way it’s presented here…. more»
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Factory Sunroof Car: 1965 Porsche 911
When you see a high asking price on an air-cooled Porsche these days, you’d be forgiven for wondering if there’s a speculator at the other end of the listing. However, every now and again we see truly special cars… more»
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Parked in 2012: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300 SD
The Mercedes-Benz diesel sedan is synonymous with longevity and the era of overbuilt vehicles seemingly impervious to time and age. These days, there are few vehicles that are more synonymous with being a zombie apocalypse escape pod than a… more»
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Black Plate Survivor: 1967 Porsche 912
Finding a vintage car in a highly preserved state is a sought-after specimen no matter the make or model. What is more impressive is when a car remains highly original and undamaged through multiple owners, as it indicates all… more»
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One of 500: 1988 Porsche 944 Turbo S
Do you ever see listings for cars where it seems like the seller is missing a golden opportunity to get top dollar for their car or truck? This listing for a rare Porsche 944 Turbo S strikes me as… more»
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20 Classic Cars – Variety of Makes and Models
Here’s another of those situations where a seller has a variety of cars to sell, in this case, the oldest one is from 1927, and the newest is 2000. You pick the make and there’s a chance it’s in… more»
