Modern-era Toyota pickup trucks continue to draw strong prices at auction, despite the fact that they were nothing more than a solid used car value just a few years ago. Blame it on the fact that most new trucks… more»
Japanese Classic Cars
Jan 11, 2020 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Ironman Edition: 1999 Isuzu VehiCROSS
It’s hard to believe that 1999 was over two decades ago now, some of you weren’t even born yet! We try to stay with older vehicles here, at least 25-30 years old unless they’re really unusual and could be… more»
Jan 7, 2020 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Sweet Barn-Find Honda! 1976 CB550 Four
Low-mileage motorcycles are more common than automobiles of similar vintage. For most owners, the motorcycle is never a primary means of transportation, especially in colder climates. This 1976 Honda CB550 Four in Lowell, Massachusetts probably didn’t see much snow,… more»
Jan 7, 2020 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Fancy Figaro: Customized 1992 Nissan Figaro
While there are plenty of desirable vehicles that Nissan failed to offer to the United States market, it’s safe to say most enthusiasts won’t flock to the quirky Figaro subcompact car over more enticing models – even with a… more»
Jan 5, 2020 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Child At Play: 1982 Honda Motocompo
I love the Child At Play sign in the background, which describes this 1982 Honda Motocompo perfectly. Or, at least it does for me when I’m riding mine. These things were intended as serious commuter vehicles but they can… more»
Jan 4, 2020 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Blast From The Past: 1978 Yamaha XS750E
This 1978 Yamaha XS750E is a blast from the past for me as I have the same bike. Mine has been sitting in storage for way too long in northern Minnesota and this example for sale here on eBay… more»
Jan 4, 2020 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Cheap, Low-Mile Starquest: 1982 Mitsubishi Starion Turbo
In the past, Mitsubishi offered a variety of stylish and sporty vehicles, with the Starion being one of the most unique options available from the manufacturer. The turbocharged, rear-wheel-drive sports car was also sold under the Chrysler, Dodge, and… more»
Dec 31, 2019 • For Sale • 25 Comments
As Original As It Gets: 1980 Datsun 210
What happens when a forgettable, disposable car like a Datsun 210 isn’t forgotten or disposed of? It ends up here on craigslist, residing in Thornton, Colorado and in magnificent condition for $5,900. Thanks to Steve L for the tip!
Dec 30, 2019 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Incredible Survivor: 1981 Toyota SR5
As a real serious contender for the Barn Finds “Best-Photos-of-2019” award – if there was such a thing – this 1981 Toyota SR5 pickup looks like a real deal survivor in outstanding condition. It can be found here on… more»
Dec 28, 2019 • For Sale • 2 Comments
Bone Stock Survivor: 1993 Toyota MR2 Turbo
This 1993 Toyota MR2 is a desirable turbocharged model that has remained surprisingly stock with just two owners from new. Given the propensity for these cars to end up with modifications that are intended to enhance their handling, performance,… more»
Dec 27, 2019 • For Sale • 10 Comments
13K Original Miles: RHD 1994 Toyota Corona
The influx of vehicles from Japan that have seen little to no use shows no sign of abating, especially as the age of certain vehicles make it possible to legally import them with relative ease. Examples like this 1994… more»
Dec 24, 2019 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Modern Classic: 1994 Toyota Supra
Toyota’s fourth-generation Supra has been moving up in the collector car ranks, with low-mileage turbocharged examples selling for some big numbers. So, does a rising tide lift all boats? That’s the question in front of us when considering tatty,… more»
Dec 21, 2019 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Northwest Survivor: 1967 Toyota Corona Deluxe
The third-generation Corona was really the first successful car that Toyota had in the US – they look sharper and handle much more crisply than the previous Toyopet Crown did. This 1967 Toyota Corona looks like a solid and… more»
Dec 21, 2019 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Turbo Diesel: 1985 Toyota SR5 Pickup
This 1985 Toyota SR5 pickup is a rare find in this sort of condition, but especially desirable when fitted with the super elusive 2LT turbodiesel engine. This is one of those long-lived engines that you’ll find still humming along… more»
Dec 15, 2019 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Propane Powered 1986 Subaru BRAT
As I’m sitting in a leather wingback chair by the fireplace in the Shakespearean wing of the Barn Finds library with my dog at my side, I’m reminded of the Bard’s famous words: “To convert or not convert, that… more»
Dec 14, 2019 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Christmas Special: 1986 Honda Z50RD
Christmas Special isn’t just the title of this one because it’s a small bike and it’s sitting by a Christmas tree and it’s almost that time of year again. Christmas Special is what the 1986 Honda Z50RD was known… more»
