We’ve actually featured quite a few Lotuses lately, granted they have mostly been Lotus tuned Ford Cortinas, but they are still rare! It seems like most of the love for classic Lotuses is directed towards the Elan and occasionally… more»
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Beautiful Bimmer: 1974 BMW 2002tii
I could not believe my eyes when I ran across this ad on Craigslist. Could this incredible car be for real? This now-rare and highly desirable 1974 BMW 2002tii (touring international, injected) is listed here on craigslist in Maspeth, Long… more»
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Twin-Stick Action Survivor: 1965 Rambler Marlin
This Rambler (AMC) Marlin survivor has had three owners from new. The largely original paint has been wet sanded to shine again, and the unusual set of options and documentation from new make this a standout among Marlins. It’s… more»
Project TVR: Finishing Touches
Well guys, this past week has been a crazy one! After getting the TVR up and running, we decided we just needed to hit it hard and get this Wedge finished up. We’ve had some incredibly long days, but… more»
Should I Sell My Blakely Hawk?
As many of you are aware, I have a budding collection of cars. I’ve got my faithful old Fiat project, the survivor Spitfire, and my Seven wannabe Blakely Hawk. Summer is nearly here, so I’ve been busy getting all… more»
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Shorty Hauler: 1957 Studebaker Transtar
In 1957, you could purchase a Studebaker Transtar truck in many different configurations, but I couldn’t find any like this particular one after a long internet search. I’m guessing the rear body was custom made. It actually looks like… more»
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Would This Fulvia Fulfill Your Wishes?
An unusual sight even in Italy, this great-looking 1967 Lancia Fulvia 1.3 has obviously been owned by an enthusiast who got the car running and driving again four years ago after a storage period. The listing here on eBay… more»
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Former Farm Truck: 1948 International Flat Bed
Thanks to reader Jim S for sending us a link to this great looking old International Harvester flatbed available here on eBay in Venango, Nebraska. As of this writing, there is only a day left in the auction, and an opening… more»
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Special Enough For You? 1958 Buick Special
What a grin–I’m reminded of the steel-toothed character “Jaws” from the James Bond movies! This 1958 Buick Special was purchased from storage in a barn from it’s original family last year. The seller is passing it along now without having… more»
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Budget Barn Find: 1948 Frazer
This 1948 Frazer has a good chance of being turned into a street rod; at least that’s what the seller thinks should be done with it. I think it would make a great budget classic! Located in a barn… more»
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Florida Orange: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Project
Like many dusty half-finished projects we highlight here on Barn Finds, this 1969 Chevrolet Corvette was once intended to be the subject of a full restoration. The third owner has had the car for 28 years and began the… more»
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Someone Learned The Meaning Of Snap Oversteer!
With its engine out back, the Porsche 911 is known for its unique handling characteristics. Strap a turbo onto that flat-six and things can get downright frightening! Looks like someone may have lifted in a corner? Hopefully the driver… more»
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Just A Nice Old Truck: 1984 Dodge D-150
At least for some of us old timers, it’s hard to accept the fact that cars and trucks from the eighties are becoming collectible. And while many, maybe even most of the cars from that era were just plain… more»
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Isn’t That Special? 1964 Buick Convertible
There is never a shortage of project cars to go around. Plenty of cars with ‘everything’ wrong with them. It’s not too often we can say “there’s a lot that’s right with that car” to start with. But that might… more»
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Mellow Yellow: 1980 VW Rabbit Cabriolet
Sometimes being a rare or unusual car does not confer value. That is the case with the 1980 VW Rabbit Cabriolet. 1980 was the first year for this model, and only 13,39o were sold in the US. Most of… more»
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Salvage Yard Tour In Illinois
Today’s salvage yard tour is going to be a quickie. We don’t have much time, so we’ll get in, and get out. This is U-Pic-A-Part, located in Washington Park, Illinois. Admission is $2.oo, which is too much to pay… more»
