Earlier today I received an urgent message from a Rhoda K that they needed our help. As it turns out, a friend owns a wrecking yard in Ontario, California and due to health issues, needs to liquidate their inventory… more»
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Sunburned: 1971 Mercury Capri GT
I blame Jesse for turning my mind back to British Fords with his recent post about the budget-friendly Ford Fiestas that were very briefly up for grabs. It reminded me of a salvage yard near me that has lots… more»
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Would You Pay $2,595 For This Stag?
Everyday we receive dozens of emails from our readers containing links to seemingly good deals. Some really are bargains and others… well, not so much. When Rich G sent in this 1972 Triumph Stag, I got a very excited… more»
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No Frills Fun: 1985 Suzuki Samurai SJ410
My wife and I recently embarked on what has become an annual tradition: get the heck out of the cold and go somewhere warm with palm trees. In addition to plenty of sunshine, I always enjoy driving a native… more»
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Not Quite A GT40: Fiberfab Avenger V8
You may remember Fiberfab, if you’re old enough, from their dreamlike ads for their kit cars in the back of motoring magazines. Promising exotic sports car looks with only a little effort, I remember thinking how easy it looked…. more»
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Econobox Dreaming: 1979 Ford Fiesta
Even though my old Volvo has proved to be a reliable driver, I must admit that I have secretly been dreaming of something a little newer for my daily commute. The perfect car has yet to be built, but… more»
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British Motoring Monday: 1958 Berkeley Project
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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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
