Look what reader Michael found here on craigslist. From the folks at Piaggio who have provided us with Vespa scooters since 1946 comes this cute little “almost a car.” If you’ve always wanted a car with suicide doors, here is your… more»
Auctions Ending Soon
• For Sale • 24 Comments
Obsolete Turbo Hatch: 1988 Isuzu Impulse
When I decided to break from my normal preference for vintage BMWs and buy an oddball 1988 Subaru XT6 two years ago, I briefly considered indulging my other oddball fantasy: a first-generation Isuzu Impulse Turbo, with the Lotus suspension… more»
• For Sale • 14 Comments
Needs Everything: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner
This car is tough to look at. Out of all the Plymouth Road Runners, 1969 is my favorite due to the treatment of those rear lights. I love the coke bottle shape, the w-curve in the rear glass, but… more»
• For Sale • 22 Comments
Bring $115,000 Cash: 1968 Shelby GT500
If you’ve been searching and searching for a nice daily driver and you’ve recently won the lottery, this 1968 Shelby GT500 may be for you. This crisp, clean, lean mean machine can be found on Craigslist, or here on… more»
• For Sale • 20 Comments
5-Speed and Pasha: 1979 Porsche 928
Among Porsche’s class of front-engine vehicles, the 928 is widely regarded as the ultimate highway cruiser. Oftentimes you’ll see it saddled with an automatic, that did – admittedly – do a fine job of hustling it down the road…. more»
• Uncategorized • 11 Comments
Nice Wheels: 1930 Franklin 147 Speedster
Franklin automobiles were high end, expensive cars mostly remembered today for their air-cooled engines. Like many other companies, Franklin did not survive the depression. The name was purchased by former employees of Franklin who produced Franklin engines into the… more»
• For Sale • 21 Comments
4-Speed Survivor: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette LT1
As the ’60’s came to end and the ’70s kicked off, things were growing difficult for American car manufactures. Between the growing concerns over emissions, the fuel crisis and the demand for safer cars, it was getting difficult to build… more»
• For Sale • 25 Comments
Parked for 30 Years: 1970 Datsun 240Z
The “ran when parked” description can be tiresome on cars that clearly had other issues before becoming stationary, but this 1970 Datsun 240Z appears to be a true survivor that hasn’t seen much action since the seller purchased the… more»
• Uncategorized • 33 Comments
One Year Fish: 1971 Plymouth Cuda
1970 and ’71 were the “magic” years for the Barracuda with great muscle car looks, colors, and features. The 70-74 Barracuda’s have shot up in value in the past 10-15 years where these cars are downright difficult to find,… more»
• Uncategorized • 20 Comments
Bellissima! 1965 Lancia Flaminia GTL
What a stunner! Looking a bit like a contemporary Maserati (for good reason, which we’ll get to in a minute), this 1965 Lancia Flaminia GTL could end up being a bit of a bargain Italian exotic, depending on where… more»
• For Sale • 46 Comments
13,553 Miles! 1973 Chevrolet Caprice Classic
This is one big car. It’s so big that it doesn’t even fit in the photos! This 1973 Chevrolet Caprice Classic two-door is also one great looking low-mile car. This car has a mere 13,553 miles on it! It’s listed… more»
• For Sale • 25 Comments
Ready For Business: 1940 Hudson Business Coupe
What is there not to like about a Business Coupe? They usually offer great looks, two doors, a spacious trunk, and the rare and cool exclusivity that separates them from the standard model line. This 1940 Hudson is a… more»
• For Sale • 28 Comments
Jaguar Land Rover Auction Of 100 “Affordable Classics”
I got an email today from my fellow Barn Finds writer Jeff Lavery with a link to a story about this auction. Oh my. Oh, oh my. My favorite genre of car is British “normal” cars. Yes, I know… more»
• For Sale • 9 Comments
It’s Got A Hemi! 1941 Plymouth
The pictures aren’t as good as I’d like, but this 1941 Plymouth complete with a DeSoto Hemi (!) could be one of those hot rods that makes magazine covers (we’ll be happy to feature it if you buy it… more»
• For Sale • 32 Comments
Minty Eurosport: 1990 Chevy Celebrity Wagon
Growing up, my grandmother used to cart us around in her white Chevy Celebrity wagon. Eventually, that poor woman had to experience the trauma of the engine catching fire and the nose of the car burning up. No wonder… more»
• For Sale • 14 Comments
Georgia Survivor: 1960 VW Karmann Ghia
I’ve come to appreciate the great state of Georgia as a treasure trove of barn finds and old, forgotten project cars. My 1981 Toyota HiAce was pulled out of a remote north Georgia backyard, and I’ve got my eye… more»
