Original Owner Cosworth: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 2.3-16

Much has been written about the BMW M3 from the 1980s, affectionately known to enthusiasts as the E30-era M3. It was one of the first times you could buy a car that was quite literally built for the race… more»

Garage-Kept 20 Years: 1974 Mercury Comet

The Maverick became Ford’s third compact success story of the 1960s. First, there was the Falcon. Then there was the Mustang. And finally, the Maverick, all turning in big sales numbers for the company. So, when sister division Mercury… more»

W-30 455 V8 Project: 1970 Oldsmobile 442

In the 1960s muscle car wars, General Motors had the market covered in spades. Pontiac had the GTO, Chevrolet had the Chevelle SS 396, Buick had the Gran Sport, and Oldsmobile had the 442. The latter’s numbers stood for… more»

2WD Sportruck: 1989 Jeep Comanche 5-Speed

A Jeep without four-wheel traction seems unusual to a lot of us. The brand is well known for its on and off-road prowess, but there were also rear-wheel-drive Broncos, Suburbans, and other vehicles that we all think are 4WD/AWD… more»

Trade For Septic Tank! 1960 Chevrolet Bel Air

By 1960, the Bel Air had been replaced by the Impala as Chevrolet’s top-of-the-line car. It was the middle trim selection between the Impala and the Biscayne. This 1960 Bel Air is a 4-door sedan which sports a lot… more»

Low Mileage Survivor: 1970 Buick Wildcat

The Buick Wildcat was a performance-oriented full-size automobile produced across two generations from 1963 to 1970. I always found that name to be an odd choice for a car slotted between the family LeSabre and the luxury Electra. But… more»

Come Grab It! Free Citroën H Van Parklet

Repurposing and finding new functions for existing items has become a cultural phenomenon, and even objects as large as automobiles are turning into things they were never intended to be.  One interesting example is this Citroën H Van, which… more»

Stored Since New: 1970s Moto BM/Yankee Boss

An Italian/American motorcycle, this little 48-cc two-wheeler wasn’t a catalog bike, but it’s super rare and appears to be in excellent condition. And it sounds like it’s never been used? This unusual early-1970s Moto BM/Yankee Boss Mini Bike can… more»

Barn Find: 1955 Ford F-600 Stake-Side Truck

Before WWII, Ford placed its truck bodies on car chassis, but the war taught all manufacturers a thing or two. The challenges of rugged territory, long-distance deployment, and enemy fire encouraged the development of more robust equipment. So when… more»

Drag-Bred Past: 1968 Dodge Charger R/T With a Pile of Parts

This 1968 Dodge Charger R/T is listed on eBay out of Meridian, Idaho, and it comes with a backstory that should get any Mopar fan leaning in. According to the seller, the original owner special-ordered the car with drag… more»

Original Paint: 1983 Citroen CX 2000

Over the years, I’ve developed a fondness for oddball vehicles. Some of you may recall my 1981 Toyota HiAce van, the 1988 Subaru XT6, a 1988 Peugeot 505 wagon, and a few others along the way. While endlessly charming,… more»

Fun In The Sun: 1961 Ford Galaxie 4-Speed

Here’s one we don’t cover often: a 1961 Ford Galaxie Sunliner. It’s not that it’s a rare item; they just haven’t surfaced on the august webpages of Barn Finds very often. This very nice example projects an old-school vibe… more»

Presidential Edition: 1989 Buick LeSabre

Dealer special editions: where do we stand on them? I suspect most of us think they’re a bunch of hogwash and offer little in the way of additional value when listing a vehicle for sale. However, on a regional… more»

390 V8 Project: 1969 AMC Javelin SST

American Motors joined the “pony car” fracas in 1968 with the Javelin (plus the 2-seat AMX). It ran for two generations through 1974, sometimes outselling the Plymouth Barracuda and Dodge Challenger. In 1969, the 390 cubic inch V8 (AMC’s… more»

Rare 5-Speed: 1984 ASC McLaren Mercury Capri

So, you say you want a collector car. You also want some speed, or at least respectable performance. And, as an added bonus, three pedals would be nice. Last but not least, you have the audacity to ask for… more»

Muscle Sedan: 1966 Chevrolet Impala

If you like your project cars to show up with much of the greasy work already handled, this 1966 Chevrolet Impala four-door might deserve a closer look. It’s listed on Facebook Marketplace in Clay City, Kentucky, for $7,500. What… more»