There are some cars that command our attention when they come up for sale, and the BMW 3200CS is one of them. Just over 500 were built and far fewer survive today, making the discovery of one in any… more»
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Aug 16, 2015 • For Sale • 6 Comments
1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider Garage Find
Since founding this site, we have watched the values of classic cars climb. Some makes more than others, I think Porsche would be the perfect example of this. Sometimes I regret not buying a 911 when there were still… more»
Aug 16, 2015 • For Sale • 27 Comments
1989 Oshkosh T-1500: Airport Fixture
I blame Legos for my fascination with airport rescue vehicles. There was a set I lusted after, featuring a firetruck, helicopter and rescue building headquarters with working garage doors. That’s why this ’89 Oshkosh T-1500 find from Barn Finds reader Jim… more»
Aug 16, 2015 • Sightings Stories • 29 Comments
A Car Guy’s Field of Dreams
We recently received an email from one of you fine readers about a massive salvage yard in Canada. The initial email from reader Aaron B included just one aerial photo of the yard, which really only showed how massive… more»
Aug 16, 2015 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Nice X Coupe: 1974 AMC Matador
I’m not sure if this AMC Matador coupe qualifies as a survivor or not. The car has been well-taken care of, for sure, but there are enough cosmetic modifications that might rule out the survivor label for some. It… more»
Aug 16, 2015 • For Sale • 7 Comments
1969 Subaru 360: Running Ladybug
The owner of this 1969 Subaru 360 found it in pieces several years ago in a garage where it had sat neglected for 14 years. He has reassembled and mechanically restored it and has been driving it regularly ever… more»
Aug 15, 2015 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Baby Ferrari? 1976 Lancia Scorpion
Don’t get mad at me, Lancia fans, for comparing it to a Ferrari, I know the Scorpion/Montecarlo is a fine car in it’s own right; I just see one in bright red like this and think “mini 308.” Yes,… more»
Aug 15, 2015 • For Sale • 14 Comments
1968 Pontiac Firebird Convertible: Worth Saving?
Is this 1968 Firebird convertible worth saving or is it just a parts car? The owner is asking a reasonable $3,500 here on craigslist in Rice, MN. He says it’s a matching numbers car, but there’s no mention of the lack… more»
Aug 15, 2015 • Stories • 35 Comments
1914 Peerless Survivor: Oldest Barn Find?
When this Peerless was built in 1914 things in the automotive world were moving along quickly. Every year there there were big advances, kind of like computers and cell phones these days. After only 2 years this Peerless was… more»
Aug 15, 2015 • Stories • 12 Comments
1973 Chevy Cheyenne Super 10: Lean-To Find
From Derek K – I found this 1973 Super Cheyenne in an old man’s back yard in Arkansas. The license plate went out in 1985, some 30 years ago. The owner said it got horrible gas mileage and he… more»
Aug 15, 2015 • For Sale • 7 Comments
1937 Chrysler Royal, undisturbed since ’69
This 1937 Chrysler Royal found by reader Robert R is just how barn finds really look before a wash and a trailer. There’s no telling what might be under all that dirt. It’s in Tulare, California, generally a fairly dry place, so… more»
Aug 15, 2015 • For Sale • 19 Comments
1969 Chevy Camaro Z/28: Second Chance?
Are there some basket-cases that deserve to be rescued? Sure. But what about when it’s a more common domestic hot rod, like so many others, complete with significant body damage? That’s a highly personal decision. This 1969 Chevy Camaro… more»
Aug 15, 2015 • For Sale • 3 Comments
1926 Dodge Business Sedans: Pick One!
The value of older cars has dropped dramatically. I hope these historic cars are saved. Here’s an interesting example and choice, 2 1926 Dodge business sedans. One, the first picture, is a really nice survivor found by Charles H… more»
Aug 14, 2015 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Look Closer: 1960 Jaguar MK 10
My first inclination when I saw the pictures of this Jaguar Mk. 10 was to run away, very quickly and very far. I’ll bet yours was too, even if you like large, leaky, overweight British cars like I do…. more»
Aug 14, 2015 • For Sale • 10 Comments
1973 Volkswagen 412: Black Sheep
When most folks think of air-cooled VWs, the Beetle and Bus come quickly to mind. But there’s also the Type 4, or 412, that sported distinctive looks that unfortunately, didn’t catch fire in the U.S. market. This example is… more»
Aug 14, 2015 • For Sale • 24 Comments
MaxiVan: 1977 Dodge Custom Van
Those of us of a certain age (50-60 now?) remember when having a custom van was the thing every young adult wanted. Wild color schemes, elaborate velour interiors, shag carpeting and wide wheels and tires were on everyone’s list. There seemed… more»
