The first time I ever saw a Berkeley it was hanging on the wall of a foreign car repair shop in Raleigh, NC. Turns out the shop owner had it and had run out of convenient storage places, wasn’t… more»
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Feb 16, 2015 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Teutonic Convertible: 1968 Mercedes 280SL
Mid-60’s Mercedes have a well-earned reputation of being rock-solid and reliable, if not overly dynamic. The “pagoda-roof” convertibles (so named because of the unusual hardtop profile shown in this picture) are no exception, and they also come with attractive… more»
Feb 14, 2015 • For Sale •
Track Monster: 1965 Bizzarrini 5300GT Corsa
For many of us, discovering a barn find remains a wish; discovering a car we covet in a barn requires an even greater stroke of luck. But discovering a forgotten classic with those two criteria intact and the added… more»
Feb 13, 2015 • For Sale • 30 Comments
C Code Survivor: 1965 Mustang Coupe
While the C code Mustang coupe might not be the most sought after of Pony cars, these base 289 cars are starting to gain in value. This black ’65 C Code coupe looks to be in fantastic shape and… more»
Feb 13, 2015 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Face Off: ’73 Chevy C/K Special VS ’46 Willys CJ2A
In our second installment of the Barn Finds Face Off, we set our sights on the coming warmer months and thoughts of meandering through the wilderness with a sturdy camping vehicle as our trusty companion. That’s why we chose… more»
Feb 12, 2015 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Beyond Patina: 1959 Porsche 356 Coupe
I often come across finds that, while they are somewhat interesting on their own, what is parked in the background is considerably more intriguing. Well this 1959 Porsche 356A is one of those cars that is fascinating to look… more»
Feb 12, 2015 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Grandma’s Sleeper: 1971 Plymouth Duster Twister
One of the more enjoyable aspects of being a car buff is having an appreciation for all sorts of makes and models, especially those that elicit a particular memory. The original Plymouth Duster has always held a warm spot… more»
Feb 12, 2015 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Low Mileage Parts Hauler: 1960 Ford Ranchero
We’ve talked about the larger early Ford Rancheros recently on Barn Finds, but I have a soft spot for this smaller, Falcon-based version. In my favorite period Wimbledon White color, this would be the basis for my perfect shop… more»
Feb 11, 2015 • For Sale • 11 Comments
The Koepke Collection
I’ve often wondered at what point car collecting turns into hoarding and what exactly causes this impulsive need to amass cars, parts, or any other random junk. I’m sure there are lots of potential reasons, but after hearing about… more»
Feb 11, 2015 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Can You Identify This Kit Car?
We have all seen a lot of VW based kit cars over the years, but this one caught my eye when one of our readers sent it in. I’m not sure what the creator was going for when they… more»
Feb 11, 2015 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Over 50 Cars in Florida Estate Sale!
I feel more than a tinge of sadness when a find like this shows up. A collector in Florida has died, and his collection is being sold off by a dealer; the first ones have appeared on eBay. But… more»
Feb 11, 2015 • For Sale • 17 Comments
P-Car Privileges: 1987 Porsche 944S
A few weeks ago, I spotted this car in a news feed for a BMW-centric Facebook page. The poster wanted to see if anyone in the group was interested in trading their 80s-era 3-Series for a shot at owning… more»
Feb 10, 2015 • For Sale • 30 Comments
An Italian In Texas: 1971 Lamborghini Espada
We all have different dream finds, some of us dream of finding an early Corvette while others fantasize of finding a rare French oddball. There is one genre of finds that I think all car nuts can appreciate though… more»
Feb 10, 2015 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Boat House Find: 1953-55 Corvette
1953-55 Corvettes aren’t the usual type of car one finds in a barn. Sure, there’s the occasional incident where one is bricked up and left, but that’s not the norm. But that’s exactly what we have here, complete with… more»
Feb 10, 2015 • For Sale • 17 Comments
A Bit Badder: 1976 Chevy Chevette V8
It became clear to us that the Chevy Chevette is still quite the conversation piece, based on the discussion that followed our posting of this diesel-equipped fuel-sipper from a few days ago. Many of you were surprisingly positive about… more»
Feb 9, 2015 • For Sale • 29 Comments
What A Feeling: 1979 Toyota Celica ST
When you watch any of Toyota’s current advertisements, you’ll notice a common theme: heavy emphasis on the excitement of driving their cars, or the experiences the vehicles help create. Now, I am not one to ignore the reputation Toyota… more»
