The Lotus Europa may look more pickup than supercar, but all is forgiven once you get behind the wheel. It was intended to be a replacement for the driver focused Seven, so low-weight and perfect balance were necessities. This… more»
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Sep 23, 2013 • For Sale • 13 Comments
13 Rolls-Royces Found in Small-town Garage
For the most part, this site has covered North American barn finds. We know there are discoveries made all over the world everyday though, with some of the best ones in Europe, so it is always a good idea… more»
Sep 22, 2013 • Stories • 108 Comments
Former AMC Dealership Full of Cars
What would happen if a car dealership closed, just closed, and sat untouched for three decades? In the showroom, brochure racks would still be filled with colorful materials showing the latest models, body styles, and colors for cars that were… more»
Sep 21, 2013 • Our Projects Stories • 42 Comments
Introducing the New BF Project Car!
Garage space has been secured, money exchanged, and title notarized… That’s right, this 1984 Volkswagen GTI is the new BF project car! We are always blabbing about the merits of saving classic cars, but we have not performed the… more»
Sep 19, 2013 • For Sale • 40 Comments
Alfa Romeo Giulia Wagon Project
After the two Alfa wagon sightings, we did a little digging and actually found one on the market! Strangely, the owner has listed the rear door handles on eBay for $150, but mentions in the listing that the car… more»
Sep 19, 2013 • Sightings Stories • 16 Comments
Rare Alfa Romeo Wagon Sighting(s)
Update 9/19/13: We have added a picture of another Alfa wagon sighting in Australia and included a little more history about these rare italian haulers. Thanks for sending in the photos guys! From 9/18/13: Last week Robert J. sent… more»
Sep 18, 2013 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Big Red Fire Truck: 1923 REO Speedwagon
It’s hard to explain what is so fascinating about fire trucks, maybe it’s the size, the bright red paint, or the fact that they save lives. Whatever it is, there is just something cool about them. Part of what… more»
Sep 18, 2013 • Our Projects Sightings Stories • 67 Comments
Roadside Sighting: 1984 Volkswagen GTI
After featuring the Fiesta, we were reminded of a GTI we spotted along the road the other day. It took some work to track down the owner, but he was happy for the inquiry. They had purchased the VW… more»
Sep 18, 2013 • For Sale • 33 Comments
1980 Ford Fiesta Ghia Project Package
When it comes to compact Fords, Europeans have always gotten all the good ones. There have been a few Euro spec Fords to make it to our shores though. This German-built 1980 Ford Fiesta Ghia isn’t the best looking… more»
Sep 18, 2013 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Clean 1967 Sunbeam Alpine for $2k
When Robert J. sent us a link to this $2k Alpine, we assumed it was a scam. Then we read the description and decided that it might just be legit. The seller claims that the car is in daily… more»
Sep 17, 2013 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Jesse James’ Honey Bee: 1976 Datsun B210
Supposedly this 1976 Datsun B210 is currently owned by Jesse James of West Coast Choppers fame. That is interesting, but it doesn’t really do anything for me. The fact that this Datsun has avoided the ravages of rust is… more»
Sep 17, 2013 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Barn Task Force: 1957 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
1957 was a good year for Chevrolet, especially the design department. Some of their most iconic designs were introduced for ’57, such as the Nomad and the Bel Air. Many of the vehicles in their line up borrowed some… more»
Sep 17, 2013 • Name That Car Sightings Stories • 10 Comments
Barn Finds on the Road Game
BF reader Steve A. just sent in a few photos collected by him and a few of his friends. They play a sort of game where they take photos of what they assume are barn finds being transported to… more»
Sep 16, 2013 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Dismantled Survivor: 1967 Dodge Coronet 500
This 1967 Dodge Coronet 500 was supposedly purchased from the original owner 25 years ago. A restoration attempt then ensued, but this is as far as they got before putting it into storage. The original 318/auto drivetrain is still with… more»
Sep 16, 2013 • Stories • 11 Comments
Reader Find: 1965 BMW 1800 Ti
Doug M. has sent in his discoveries before, but this one was found a little closer to home. Many cars were parked in garages or barns when people stopped caring about them. These old cars weren’t “collector items” then…. more»
Sep 15, 2013 • Stories • 9 Comments
A Healey in the Shadows
Whenever we feature a car that is sitting in a garage with other vehicles, there are always a few people who will focus more on the one in the background. Today’s In the Barn story is a good example… more»
