Ah, the classic Ferrari 308, a car that is likely near the top of the list among the world’s most iconic sports cars. That being said, there’s a question on my mind as to whether the 308 will ever… more»
Italian Classic Cars
Oct 28, 2024 • Events For Sale • 10 Comments
Italian Smorgasbord: Auto E Moto d’Epoca
Every year, one of the largest swap meets in the world convenes in Italy, specifically Bologna after the show outgrew the confines of Padua’s fiera two years ago. Held over four days in October, Auto e Moto d’Epoca tempts… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Have You Ever Seen One? 1949 Fiat 1500 D
The 1500 was a pre- and post-war car built by Fiat in Italy. It was larger than the Fiats that most U.S. buyers associate with the brand, powered by a 1493-cc inline-6 engine. In production from 1935 to 1950,… more»
Oct 24, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Four-Seat Exotic! 1980 Maserati Kyalami
Sometimes you want to share your amazing Italian driving machine with more than one person, and while not exactly a family car, this Maserati features room for four. In true Grand Touring fashion, this 1980 Maserati Kyalami in Atlanta… more»
Oct 23, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
1964 Ferrari 250 GT/L Berlinetta Lusso
The world first saw the Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso at the 1962 Paris Auto Show, a glamourous debut for the Lusso (luxury) grand touring coupe. This 1964 Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso delighted American owners until crossing the… more»
Oct 22, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
1 of 700! 1981 Fiat Spider 2000 Turbo
Boosting its sporting image, Fiat graced the Spider 2000 with an optional turbocharger for model year 1981. This 1981 Fiat Spider 2000 Turbo in Berkeley, California seeks a new owner after recently losing its indoor storage location. Check out… more»
Oct 21, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
The Junkyard Collection: 1964 Iso Grifo A3/L Spider Prototype
I covered this Iso prototype briefly in an article on the cars of the Rudi Klein “Junkyard” collection, but Araknid78 isolated this tip for us, and I’m a sucker for these weird exotics, so here we go again. This… more»
Oct 21, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Ophelia Viola Supercar: 2001 Lamborghini Diablo VT 6.0
To understand supercars, you need to factor in a few different qualities to fully grasp why some fly higher than others. While limited production and scorching performance are both two key ingredients, there’s other less tangible qualities that cause… more»
Oct 19, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
No Reserve: 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce
After years of writing for Barn Finds, I remain continually amazed by the fact that we will go for months without a sign of certain classics, only for two or more examples to appear in quick succession. Such is… more»
Oct 16, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Rust-Free Survivor: 1984 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce
Alfa Romeos suffer an unfortunate reputation for rust vulnerability, and finding older examples with steel consumed by the dreaded tin worm is not unusual. However, this 1984 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce breaks that mold. It is a rock-solid survivor… more»
Oct 16, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Topless Beach Car! 1969 Michelotti Shellette
Everything sounds better in Italian, and spiaggetta (literally “little beach” aka beach car) instantly sounds like fun. This 1969 Michelotti Shellette wraps Fiat mechanicals in a whimsical open body, and this project-level specimen seeks a new owner with an… more»
Oct 14, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
What’s It Worth? 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider
Alfa Romeo introduced the Giulietta in 1954 as a series of automobiles built in Italy through 1965. All sorts of body styles were offered, and the one likely most recognizable in the U.S. is the Spider (aka 2-seat roadster)…. more»
Oct 14, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
1-Of-401: 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta
Before the Pantera, Italian car maker De Tomaso produced this gorgeous Mangusta. The name is Italian for mongoose, an animal known for dispatching cobras. Draw your own conclusion on the origin of that name! This 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta… more»
Oct 14, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Driver-Quality Exotic: 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 “Daytona”
In the mid-1960s, over at Pininfarina, Lionardi Fioavanti was sketching a new car. The result emerged in days and met with approval from his boss as well as Enzo Ferrari. The new two-seat grand tourer was a successor to… more»
Oct 2, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
34k Original Miles: 1989 Chrysler TC by Maserati
Lee Iacocca enjoys a reputation as one of the giants in American automotive history. He championed sales successes like the First Generation Mustang and devised strategies that helped drag Chrysler back from the brink of bankruptcy. However, his bold… more»
Oct 1, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
52K Mile Italian Caddy: 1989 Cadillac Allante
By the mid-1980s, Cadillac’s marketing department knew they were in trouble. The average age of Cadillac buyers was creeping up each year. It was clear that the marque, which had previously enjoyed legendary status among American car buyers, was… more»
