When a vehicle reaches a certain point on the value scale, sometimes the only way “in” to the ownership circle is to buy a project that you bring back to life over the years. The 21-window Volkswagen “Samba” Microbus… more»
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Sunburnt Bug: 1957 VW Beetle
Some of the rarest Beetles which command the highest prices are early oval window versions. Given that these were only built from the years 1953 to 1957, it’s getting harder to find project versions of these as most have… more»
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Desirable Colors: 1974 Porsche 911 Targa
In the world of air-cooled sports cars, a rare color scheme can make all the difference between “pass” or “potential project.” Even though the 911 has been white-hot for years now, some cars will still linger on the market… more»
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Desirable Options: 72K Mile 1966 Porsche 911
This 1966 Porsche 911 is a claimed barn find that certainly emerged appearing to be in better condition than most air-cooled projects do. Interestingly, this is one of the few cars that didn’t get a color change to red… more»
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Coast To Coast Daily Driver: 1963 Porsche 356
Sometimes, you’re buying the car’s history as much as you’re buying the car. This 1963 Porsche 356 seems like it has the sort of backstory that could make any vintage automobile a compelling purchase, and it certainly adds to… more»
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Father Son Project: 1969 BMW Bavaria
Many of us share goals of completing an automotive restoration project with a loved one, with the most common scenario being that of the father-son project. The car shown here is a 1969 BMW Bavaria, otherwise known as a… more»
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Oval Window Runner: 1957 Volkswagen Beetle
The VW Beetle, technically known as the Type !, was one of the world’s most successful cars. Over 65 years, more than 23 million of the small German cars were produced and you saw them everywhere in the 1960s… more»
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DP Motorsports Kit: 1982 Porsche 911
The letters “DP” represent a powerful combination in the air-cooled Porsche world. DP Motorsports is known for building some absolutely wildly powerful air-cooled models, accentuated by the variety of air dams and scoops that made real-deal DP cars so… more»
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Bodyman’s Challenge: 1963 Porsche 356B
The past decade has seen a stratospheric rise in classic Porsche pricing. 356 Porsches were the first to see a spike in appreciation, with 911s following shortly afterward. 914s prices are rising now, and even early 924s are becoming… more»
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End Of The Run: 1965 Porsche 356 C
I’ll admit that I’m far from a Porsche expert but I have always been intrigued by everything that is Porsche. As with many, upon hearing mention of that esteemed brand, the first thing that I conjure is an image… more»
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1960 BMW R60/2 Barn Find Project
Working under the theory that Harley-Davidson isn’t the only motorcycle manufacturer with a design heritage, BMW has recently released the R 18. This motorcycle displays such BMW styling cues as a black gas tank with white pinstriping, a sloping… more»
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Black-Plate Survivor: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle 1300
We’ve seen a few examples of the venerable Volkswagen Beetle recently at Barn Finds, and their condition has ranged from the drop-dead gorgeous to ones requiring plenty of TLC. This 1966 Beetle stands out for me because it is… more»
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Rare Drop-Top: 1957 BMW Isetta 300 Cabriolet
The average home garage is not the ideal location for a restoration project. This is especially true when the object of your desire is of a larger size. While a ’59 Cadillac is desirable, restoring one in that environment… more»
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Once There Were Many: 1964 Volkswagen Beetle
Accounts of people who saw the American buffalo at its height as a species scarcely could come up with the words to describe the sheer numbers of the beasts. Herds would be wider and longer than observers could see. … more»
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Final Year Oval: 1957 Volkswagen Beetle
Volkswagen adopted a “steady as she goes” approach with the styling evolution of the Beetle. This philosophy helped the “Herbie” to become the most recognizable vehicle in automotive history. This 1957 Beetle is a case in point, as it… more»
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4-Speed Swap: 1980 Mercedes-Benz 300TD Wagon
Oftentimes, we look at certain collector or enthusiast cars and say, “If only it came with a stick.” While I have no grand aversion to automatics, there is a general feeling that a manual will be less costly to… more»
