German Classic Cars

Ran When Parked: 1973 Porsche 914 2.0

This 1973 Porsche 914 2.0 was supposedly a runner when it was parked many years ago, but it may not matter much based on the current condition. The later 2.0L cars are generally desirable for their improved performance over… more»

Arctic White On Red: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

The Mercedes-Benz R107 is not unlike the C3/C4 Chevrolet Corvette, in my book: they made a ton of them, you can always find one for sale, but a truly decent one is still a car worth checking out. The… more»

Last Air-Cooled: 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible

With a lifespan of 65 years riding on the same platform, the Volkswagen Beetle is one of those cars that has truly earned its place in history as a cultural icon.  The Bug also scored high marks for reliability,… more»

Road Trip Machine: 2003 Audi S8

The Audi S8 is one of the foremost super sedans that you can buy for safely under $10,000. The concept of a big body four-door with huge power under the hood is one the Germans are particularly good at,… more»

Tiptronic Rarity: 1992 Porsche 968

The Porsche 968 is one of the few semi-limited production models that still remains attainable, with most cars in standard spec falling under $25,000. These front-engined, water-cooled models were essentially a refresh of the long-standing 944 but they garnered… more»

Wild Thing: 1973 Volkswagen Kubelwagen Replica

There’s always something new to learn about in the world of vintage vehicles. A model you didn’t know exist, or an upgrade not previously thought to be possible in an older car or truck. In this instance, consider me… more»

Unearthed Oddity: 1968 Brubaker Box

Over the years, the Brubaker Box has been an automotive curiosity that has occasionally emerged from hiding despite the very limited production numbers. It seems to be one of those vehicles that often emerges as a barn find like… more»

Two Owner 1991 Volkswagen Cabriolet

Looking for a convertible that’s easy on gas and has room for four? Volkswagen solved for these requirements in 1979 when it introduced the top-down version of its Golf compact. Sold in the US until 2002 under the Rabbit… more»

V12 Power: 1995 Mercedes S600

Just call me “Mr. Big”! Stylish, classy, big, and fast is one way to describe this 1995 Mercedes S600 “Sonderklasse” as it’s known in Germany. This 79 K-mile coupe’s listing is, unfortunately, very light on detail, so we’ll have… more»

SLR Tribute: 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190SL

If you want a genuine race car built by the likes of Mercedes-Benz or Porsche, you best have deep pockets and a very connected car broker. Put simply, these lightweight factory racers trade hands within very tight circles and… more»

20 Year Old Restoration: 1977 VW Beetle

Air-cooled Volkswagen Beetles are nothing new on the project/hobby car landscape. In fact, you could say they suffer from the sin of being familiar, and because of that, these charming Bugs rarely fly off the shelf once they come… more»

BF Auction: 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Sportruck

Volkswagen has built more than a few vehicles that have gone on to develop incredibly dedicated followings, but the Rabbit Pickup might have one of the most passionate communities of VW owners. It’s easy to see why these quirky… more»

Connecticut Time Capsule: 1964 Porsche 356C

Sometimes the most compelling barn finds are the ones that never made it far from home. This 1964 Porsche 356C Coupe is exactly that, a Connecticut-based classic that’s been off the road since the early 1970s. Originally finished in… more»

Garage Find Gold: 1962 Porsche 356

The phrase “They’re still out there” is one that either gives you hope or drives you nuts. It gives you hope because if you haven’t discovered your own barn find yet, maybe you’ll stumble upon one tomorrow. But if… more»

One-Owner Car Boat: 1967 Amphicar 770

The Amphicar was an odd duck (if you’ll pardon the pun), being part car and part boat. It was designed as an amphibious vehicle capable of 70 mph on land and 7 knots in the water. Production ran in… more»

Topless Time Capsule: 1978 VW Super Beetle Convertible

If you’ve been waiting for a clean project car with classic charm and a solid foundation, this 1978 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible might be it. According to the seller, this final-year Super Beetle is a rare rust-free example with… more»

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