Affordable Exotic: 1991 Ferrari 348

Over the years, the Ferrari Mondial has been labeled the “cheap” Ferrari, the model that has been perpetually unloved by enthusiasts. But that may be changing a bit, as the Mondial – especially the later years of production –… more»

Unfinished Project: 1978 Porsche 911SC Targa

As much as I am a fan of the Porsche 911, it still boggles my mind a bit to see both the prices and condition of cars that come up for sale. The market has softened a bit for… more»

Original 429 Thunder Jet: 1968 Ford Thunderbird

The horsepower war of the 1960s wasn’t confined to muscle cars, with Personal Luxury Cars receiving similar attention. The first owner of this 1968 Ford Thunderbird was willing to play the game, equipping their new purchase with the range-topping… more»

Tidy Survivor: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition

It was no secret that Chevrolet’s C3 Corvette had reached the end of the road by the time 1982 dawned. It had successfully cemented the badge in the company’s model range, and Chevrolet decided to send the C3 out… more»

68k Original Miles: 1986 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 IROC-Z

Cars from the 1980s are often modified or changed as owners seek to improve performance or festoon the interior with more modern equipment like aftermarket stereos or additional gauges. This 1986 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 IROC-Z has avoided that fate,… more»

No Reserve: 1925 Ford Model T Truck

When I look at classics like this 1925 Ford Model T Truck, I wonder whether I will look as good when I have one hundred years under my belt. This centenarian shows promise as a project candidate, appearing solid… more»

Twofer Projects: Pair of 1970s Datsun 240Z

Known as the Fairlady Z in Japan, the Datsun 240Z (and its successors) became a popular alternative to British sports cars. Powered by a 2.4-liter 6-banger, the 240Z helped put Nissan on the map in the U.S. from 1970… more»

Stored 30+ Years: 1974 Dodge Dart Custom Sedan

We’ve seen a whopping total of three 1974 Dodge Dart four-door sedans here on Barn Finds, which isn’t a lot. I love the design of the fourth-generation Dart sedan, it’s formal yet affordable, with nice details and practical interior… more»

The First BMX Bike? 1960s Mattel Stallion Bicycle

Why didn’t I see this bike two years ago? I could have saved a lot of money on the restoration of a not-as-nice example. This 1960s Mattel Stallion Bicycle is both heavy and heavy, man, in 1960s lingo. It’s… more»

Back Yard Find: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula

The second generation of the Pontiac Firebird enjoyed a 12-year run from 1970 to 1981. Four models were offered, including the “base” Firebird, Esprit, Formula, and Trans Am. The Formula was a performance edition, overshadowed by the glitzier Trans… more»

Fantastic Colors: 1982 Ford Mustang GT

Sometimes, you see a car with an aftermarket paint job and it draws a groan. This is understandable – quality can vary greatly from paint shop to paint shop, and for all you know, the guy did it in… more»

Mild Restoration: 1972 International Scout II 345 V8

Having undergone a “mild restoration”, according to the seller, this 1972 International Scout II looks fantastic in most of the photos. And speaking of photos, please check out the eBay listing here. The seller has uploaded 134 photos, unless… more»

Clean 4-Door: 1986 BMW 325e

The E30 chassis BMW 3-Series remains one of the most beloved enthusiast cars out there. However, it’s typically when found in its most sporting form, such as a two-door with the factory sport package. That being said, if you… more»

First-Year Barn Find: 1967 Pontiac Firebird

The 1967 model year was a good one for pony cars. The Mustang was refreshed, the gorgeous Cougar released, the Barracuda restyled, and General Motors got in the act with their new Camaro and Firebird. If I were pony… more»

Engine Swap Candidate? 1993 Ford Mustang LX

The notchback-bodied Ford Mustang is one of the more desirable configurations of the Fox chassis out there, and combined with a period-correct color like the teal paint this one wears, it’s hard not to see this as a perfect… more»

79k-Mile Survivor: 1981 Mercedes-Benz 240D

My fifth-grade teacher always drove a Mercedes-Benz, which was an oddity in my rust-belt corner of the country not only because of its economic implications but also because of its birthplace. Here in Michigan, especially back in the 1980s,… more»

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