With a fresh paint job and a new interior, this 1956 Buick Special is a restoration project that is virtually complete. It requires a few minor finishing touches, and the new owner will have a really nice car that… more»
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Ultimate Yard Art? 1954 Chevrolet Hauler
When I see photos of vintage cars being hauled by cool vintage trucks, I can’t help but dream of all those factory-fresh cars and wish I could go back in time to check them out in person. Something like… more»
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Desert Car: 1958 BMW Isetta
The BMW Isetta continues to mature as a collector car, both among vintage car enthusiasts and BMW fans alike. This has led to project-grade examples or parts cars like this one popping up for sale instead of heading straight… more»
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Cheap First Gen! 1989 Ford Taurus SHO
In the latest chapter of, “Why isn’t this car worth more?”, I ask how a clean first-generation Ford Taurus SHO can be selling so cheaply. It looks clean, stock, and is described as being in excellent condition. It is… more»
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Clean MK1 Coupe: 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
I remain amazed at how few Volkswagens from the first and second generations are seen anywhere – on the road, in classifieds, or parted out in the junkyard. It’s a mystery to me as to where they all went,… more»
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The Last Oil Tanker: 1970 BSA A65 Lightning
1970 would be BSA’s last year of this model with a separate oil tank. That may sound strange, but in 1971 they went with an oil-filled frame. No, really. This 1970 BSA A65 Lightning is the last of a… more»
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Parked for 22 Years: 1940 Nash Lafayette
This 1940 Nash Lafayette is said to be a solid car with little rust. It certainly looks like a solid car, not to mention and elegantly styled one. It has been sitting for 22 years and will require some… more»
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From Russia, With Love: 1986 Lada 2101
It’s some sort of epidemic! It’s amazing how cars from the former Soviet Union have suddenly popped up out of the woodwork. Barn Finder Roger is great at spotting them, so thank you for that Roger. My first thought… more»
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63k Original Miles: 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix
Barn Finder Jack M has spotted this really nice looking Pontiac Grand Prix for us to look at, so thank you so much for that Jack. The owner is claiming that the car has covered a genuine 63,000 miles…. more»
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Stored 15 Years: 1951 Nash Statesman
Now, this is a storage space, it looks about as packed as any that I have seen. I wonder what’s under that tarp on the left side of this good-looking 1951 Nash Statesman? I can’t imagine that it looks… more»
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Genuine Manx? Barn Find VW Buggy
You have to be careful how you refer to the many different designs of VW-based dune buggy kits made throughout the 60s, 70s, and 80s. A genuine Meyers Manx – the one that started it all – will command… more»
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Finishing Touches Required: 1970 Mercury Cougar
I know that there are readers who are going to look at this 1970 Mercury Cougar and see a project car that needs little work to complete, while there will be some who will be cautious and skeptical about… more»
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Fire Victim: 1953 Dodge M37
We’re accustomed to Dodge M37s and Power Wagons looking rough around the edges, so the sight of this example wearing a few different colors and looking somewhat bruised isn’t perceived as a big deal. However, it did experience an… more»
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Very Tempting: 1953 Kaiser Manhattan
While it is largely original, this Kaiser Manhattan is believed to have undergone a repaint at some point in its life. Barn Finder Roger spotted this Kaiser for us, so I have to thank him for that. If you… more»
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Race Car Project: 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK350
Sometimes you will look at a car and just know that it will either be a restoration project, a potential daily driver, or it will only be good for parts. Others will come under the heading of “what on… more»
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Older Restoration: 1957 Dodge Coronet Royal
Finding a slightly older restoration that is in good condition is always a plus, because if the restoration has held up to that point, then it’s usually a pretty safe bet that the work has been done well. The… more»
