Porsche Built Brute: 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500E

The timing of this listing for a 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500E is particularly poignant for yours truly. I have an identical car, and was committed to selling it this month. I may still put it up for sale, as it’s… more»

Did You Have One? 1980s Wham-O Roller Racer

If you still have both front teeth, maybe you didn’t have a Roller Racer as a kid. This blast from the past is a 1980s Wham-O Roller Racer, sometimes called a Flying Turtle. It’s posted here on Facebook Marketplace… more»

Forward or Backward: 1980s Steiner 3-Wheeler

UPDATE – This unique 3-wheeled tractor is one of my favorites in the oddball vintage tractor series. I’ve never been to a vintage garden tractor/mower show, but I’m assuming there are such things. If you’ve been to a vintage… more»

Drive It? 1971 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe

Chevrolet’s top-seller got an entirely new design to begin its fifth generation of production in 1971, featuring a more streamlined and modern appearance than its predecessor.  While the sedans remained popular choices for family cars, Chevy didn’t forget that… more»

Patina Project: 1963 International Travelall

Vintage SUVs and carryalls have become increasingly popular with collectors and builders, and this 1963 International Travelall offers plenty of character. With a weathered turquoise-and-rust patina, 3/4-ton bones, a 4-speed manual transmission, and a freshly rebuilt 345-cubic-inch V8 waiting… more»

Performance Spec Survivor: 1993 Chevrolet Lumina Z34

The Chevrolet Lumina was a surprising hit for GM when it was introduced. With several hundred thousand sold in its first year and roughly a million over the life of its production run, this was no small-time mid-size offering…. more»

Last of the Side Pipes: 1995 Dodge Viper

Do mere mufflers make a car iconic? In the case of the Dodge Viper, some enthusiasts may consider the side pipes to be one of the more sought-after features of Mopar’s modern muscle car. That’s not to say other… more»

4WD Compact SUV: 1989 Suzuki Sidekick

How do you know when a vehicle has become a classic? Is it when it shows up on Cars ‘n Bids? Is it when it starts rising in price? Is it when some guy spends way too much restoring… more»

390-Powered: 1969 Mercury Cougar Eliminator

Many enthusiasts contemplating a classic purchase look favorably on a long-term ownership history. If you fall into that category, this 1969 Mercury Cougar Eliminator is worth more than a passing glance. It has been part of the same family… more»

Original Tri-Power: 1967 Chevrolet Corvette

The Chevrolet Corvette established itself in the market in the 1950s and has remained a staple ever since. There have been some significant developments during its lifetime, but the company’s decision to shoehorn a big-block V8 under the hood… more»

37k Original Miles: 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL

One of the most significant challenges we each face when writing for Barn Finds is remaining objective when we have a strong personal link to the classic in question. Such is the case with me and this 1964 Ford… more»

Blizzard Beater: Opel GT Snow Machine

Every day, we see projects get posted for sale that are equal parts unique, fun, and mysterious. Usually, you can identify a logical train of thought that led the owner to build something no one has ever seen before. However,… more»

Rare SportWagon: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette

Wagons: either you love them, or you don’t. I am firmly in the former category, as I’ve always found “enthusiast” wagons to be immensely cool. There’s something about a vehicle that allows you to have your cake and eat… more»

Barn Dweller: 1960 DeSoto Adventurer

By 1960, DeSoto had been a Chrysler brand for 32 years. It was the fifth brand in the corporate family (surrounded by Plymouth, Dodge, Chrysler, and Imperial). Which had become one too many when the 1958 economic recession arrived…. more»

30K Mile: 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata Anniversary Edition

When it comes to special editions, Mazda has historically always done a bang-up job with the MX-5 Miata. It never fails to combine the exclusivity of a limited-production model with actually limited production, performance upgrades, and just enough cosmetic… more»

Stored 22 Years: 1991 Dodge Spirit R/T

We don’t know why the seller’s parents parked this 1991 Dodge Spirit R/T in 2004, but it’s been sitting for 22 years now, basically untouched and undriven. The seller, the owner’s son, was hoping to get it back on… more»