Modern-day barn finds don’t come up all that often, but when they do, it’s always interesting to see what caused a car that is otherwise still on the road turn up in a barn covered in dust. That’s exactly… more»
German Classic Cars
Original 1958 Volkswagen 23-Window Samba Bus
I would bet most people wouldn’t look twice at this rusty heap of a VW bus, but those of you that are regular Barn Find readers see something different. This is a real 23-window VW bus produced in Germany… more»
Rare Karmann Notchback: 1962 Porsche Super 90
There’s no getting around it, this 1962 Porsche 356 B is hardly a barn find, nor is it a field wreck as are so many of the auto topics that I’m drawn to. This Porsche is pristine and is… more»
Steve Jobs’ Merc? 1984 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC
It is the eternal question that will always spark spirited debate. If a classic car counts a famous person in its ownership history, does that increase its overall value? That is the one facing us with this 1984 Mercedes-Benz… more»
Low-Mile Diesel: 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220D
The Mercedes-Benz W114 and W115 family of sedans remain one of the more affordable entry points to classic Mercedes ownership, and as this listing shows, you can still find a pretty nice car for short money. While they will… more»
1 Of 25: Porsche-Powered 1958 Alken D2
The VW Alken was developed by a group of aerospace engineers using a VW chassis. Maybe 25 of the cars were built and they played a PR role in the launch of the Alken Corporation, focused on military aerospace… more»
Original Survivor: 1964 Volkswagen Beetle
While it isn’t perfect, this 1964 Volkswagen Beetle is a tidy survivor that could make a great daily driver. It presents well for its age and appears to be mechanically sound. The owner has sunk a fair bit of… more»
Semaphores Included! 1955 Volkswagen Beetle Oval Window
For as long as the original Volkswagen Beetle has been around, there have been some constants: California-look Bugs are always cool; original Beetles are worth the most; and the earliest models with their oval rear windows and “semaphor” turn… more»
Signal Red Stunner: 1964 Mercedes-Benz 220 SEB Coupe
While old Mercedes-Benz models are not hard to find for sale on various auction and enthusiast websites, there are a few qualities that make vintage examples true standouts. Two of the more rarely seen features in the old-school models… more»
Oddball Buggy: 1957 Bremen Citation
This 1957 Bremen Citation is yet another variety of dune buggy offered throughout the ’50s and ’60s with a VW chassis and mechanicals. There were a few different flavors of the Bremen, at least according to the owner’s imagination,… more»
Crazy Colors! 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle
The VW Beetle (aka “Bug”) is the world’s most-produced automobile, with 21.5 million copies built between 1938-03. That eclipsed the second-most popular car of the 20th Century, the Ford Model T, by nearly 50%. The Super Beetle debuted in… more»
Black Plate Special: 1965 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
Everyone likes a new set of threads, right? Well, that’s probably how the lowly VW Type 1 felt by 1955. It’s easy to understand when a few million of your siblings are all dressed the same. Fashion to the… more»
13,000 Original Miles: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3-16V
This 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth is an impressive specimen, with just 13,000 original miles. These limited production sedans have been catching fire lately, especially as enthusiasts realize the E30 BMW M3 is never coming down in price and… more»
















