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More Cubes: 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia Spider

More Cubes: 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia Spider

This 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia Spider has an upgraded 2.0L engine and and shows some exterior patina. It is a strong driver with great looks and is very complete. We like the power increase and aesthetics. Find it here on Craigslist in Marin, California for $21,400. Special thanks to BaT reader Rich C. for this submission!

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Backyard Basketcase: 1967 NSU Prinz 1000

Backyard Basketcase: 1967 NSU Prinz 1000

2/28/2009 Update: This 1967 NSU 1000 has now been brought to Northern California and is being offered here on Craigslist in San Jose for $1100. It is interesting that the car has traveled so far and yet the price is lower. Special thanks to BaT reader Rich C. for this update!

From 11/30/2008:

This 1967 NSU Prinz needs restoration and is currently sitting in a dry SoCal back yard. This is the standard 1000 model but could make a cool hot rod or TT clone. Find it here on Craigslist in Fontana, California for $1500. Special thanks to BaT reader Adam B. for this submission!

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SoCal Yard Find: Black Plate 1958 Jaguar Mk1

SoCal Yard Find: Black Plate 1958 Jaguar Mk1

This 1958 Jaguar Mk1 sedan has lived in California its entire life and has our preferred 4-speed manual transmission. It hasn’t run in 10 years and likely has some issues, but if the rust sn’t too bad and it is close to complete it is worth this asking price. Find it here on Craigslist in San Fernando, California for $1000. Special thanks to BaT reader Rick C. for this submission!

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9th One Built: 1972 Lamborghini Urraco

9th One Built: 1972 Lamborghini Urraco

3/1/2009 Update: This Lamborghini did not meet reserve at $18,100 with 2 bidders. The $27,995 Buy-It-Now option was not selected.

From 2/26/2009:

This 1972 Lamborghini was the 4th Urraco built after the five development prototypes. It was designed by Bertone and has the early wheels featured on the show cars and the LP400’s. The early build year means this car has the delicate and good looking bumpers. Find it here on eBay in Far Hills, New Jersey.

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48k-Mile Barn Find: 1973 Lotus Europa Twin-Cam

48k-Mile Barn Find: 1973 Lotus Europa Twin-Cam

This 1973 Lotus Europa has been in storage for 31 years since a water pump repair was never completed. It is not running and the current seller is the second owner. Find it here on Craigslist in Monterey, California for $6k. Special thanks to BaT reader Jeff B. for this submission!

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Time Warp Specimen: Blue Plate 1980 BMW 320i

Time Warp Specimen: Blue Plate 1980 BMW 320i

3/1/2009 Update: This BMW sold for $10,200 with 12 bidders.

From 2/25/2009:

This 1980 BMW 320i remained with the original owner for 28 years and has somehow survived an unbelievable preserved condition. It is presented with some of the best photo analysis we’ve ever seen on eBay and has all original paint with no rust or accidents according to the seller. It looks so good we almost thought it must have been restored. Find it here on eBay in Costa Mesa, California. Special thanks to Bat reader Jean K. for this submission!

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No Nonsense Roadster: 1954 Arnolt Bristol Bolide

No Nonsense Roadster: 1954 Arnolt Bristol Bolide

This 1954 Arnolt Bristol is the stripped down Bolide version as opposed to the more comfortable Deluxe. This version came with a very spartan interior with no carpets, and a top was only an option and is present in this example. Find it here on eBay in Bethel, Connecticut without reserve. Special thanks to BaT reader Thayer H. for this submission!

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Swedish Mobile Command: 1957 Volvo Sugga

Swedish Mobile Command: 1957 Volvo Sugga

This 1957 Volvo Sugga Command Car is very original and is offered by the second owner since it was decommissioned from the Swedish Army. It includes some amazing period accessories and a matching 1/4-Ton military trailer. Find it here on Kijiji in Vancouver, Canada for $65k CDN.

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First Start After 19+ Years: ’58 Alfa Spider Veloce

First Start After 19+ Years: ’58 Alfa Spider Veloce

2/26/2009 Update: This Alfa sold just 24 hours after being featured here on BaT. Check out the link to the seller’s MGA race car in the comments section… awesome!

From 2/24/2009:

This 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider Veloce was recently revived after 19 years of sitting idle in a garage. It was made to run again after internal inspection of the engine, but still needs a water pump and possibly more to run well. The Veloce model is the one to have, and at this price many of this cars issues can be forgiven. Find it here on Craigslist in Rochester, New York for $16k. Special thanks to BaT reader Kevin R. for this submission!

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BaT Exclusive: Blue Plate 1969 Maserati Ghibli

BaT Exclusive: Blue Plate 1969 Maserati Ghibli

3/12/2009 Update: This Ghibli was sold to a local restorer and we expect to see it returned to its original color.

From 2/23/2009:

This 1969 Maserati Ghibli was imported from Italy in 1976 and was owned by the same California owner from 1976 until 2009. It has worn these blue plates for the last 33 years and is accompanied by an extensive documentation file all the way back to the DOT/EPA importation records. It runs and drives thanks to recent freshening but sat in a garagefor the last 10 years due to the owner’s age and now needs sorting or restoration. It is available in Ventura, California for $35,900. Contact us at mail@bringatrailer.com if you are interested.

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No Pain, No Gain: 1990 BMW E30 M3

No Pain, No Gain: 1990 BMW E30 M3

2/25/2009 Update: This M3 sold for $11,599 with 13 bidders.

From 2/23/2009:

We can already hear the skeptics… “It has too many miles.”, “It’s not preserved enough.”, “Maintenance is just too risky.” We get those arguments. We even agree with them. But this 1990 M3 looks like enough fun to trump all those concerns. Find it here on eBay in Los Angeles, California with the 4-digit reserve already met.

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Short a Cam: Blue-Plate 1959 MGA Twin-Cam

Short a Cam: Blue-Plate 1959 MGA Twin-Cam

3/2/2009 Update: This time the MGA did not meet reserve at $21,200 with 7 bidders.

2/23/2009 Update: Four months later, this car is now being offered here on eBay by the new owner in Salem, Virginia. He has assembled a nearly complete Twin Cam engine that is included with the car and offers additional insight into the actual condition. He has also swapped in a factory steering wheel and added vintage Virginia plates. We have updated the photo links below. Special thanks to BaT reader CWM for this update!

11/2/2008 Update: This car has now been marked sold on the seller’s website. It likely went for somewhere between the $25,100 offered on eBay and the $29,500 the seller claimed he would sell it for.

10/24/2008 Update: This MGA did not meet reserve at $25,100 with 12 bidders.

From 10/21/2008:

This 1959 MGA Roadster is a true Twin-Cam example, except the factory powerplant has been replaced with a modified 1800cc single cam engine. It retains the 4-wheel disc brakes, Dunlop knock-off wheels, and has our preferred early MGA styling. Find it here on eBay in Costa Mesa, California.

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Bargain Vintage Racer: 1969 Saab 96

Bargain Vintage Racer: 1969 Saab 96

2/25/2009 Update: This car sold today for $6500 via the Buy-It-Now feature.

2/22/2009 Update: Six months later this Saab race car is again offered for sale. We are not certain whether it is the same seller, but it comes from the same area. Find it here on eBay with a substantial price drop and a very reasonable Buy-It-Now price. We have updated the photo links below. Special thanks to BaT reader Suzanne B. for this update!

From 8/3/2008:

This 1969 Saab 96 is fully equipped for vintage racing and was on track last year. The sale includes a logbook and comprehensive spares including engine parts and wheel/tire sets. Find it here on SaabNet out of Lake Elmo, Minnesota for $8500 obo.

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Never in North America: ’94 Toyota Celica GT-Four

Never in North America: ’94 Toyota Celica GT-Four

This 1994 Celica is the AWD turbo model that we never saw in the USA except for on TV as used by the TTE WRC team. Issues of Auto Motor und Sport at the international newsstand had all kinds of awesome coverage on the Castrol sponsored cars and their controversy. This is a JDM-spec car with right-hand-drive that will be nearly impossible to bring into the USA. Find it here from Tyee Imports in Vancouver, British Columbia for $8990 CDN. Special thanks to BaT reader Geoff A.for this submission!

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1957 Chevrolet Corvette SVRA Vintage Racer

1957 Chevrolet Corvette SVRA Vintage Racer

3/1/2009 Update: This time the Corvette did not meet reserve at $30,100 with 4 bidders and the $65,000 Buy-It-Now was not selected.

2/22/2009 Update: Eighteen months later, this Corvette has now been listed for sale here on eBay, this time in Union, Illinois. There are now more photos and there is no more mention of an included trailer. We still love the look of this ‘Vette. We have updated the photo links below.

8/24/2007 Update: This Corvette did not meet reserve at $45,246.47 with 12 bidders. He must have really wanted that $55k.

From 8/21/2007:

This ’57 Chevrolet Corvette roadster has been raced since the 70’s and includes a hardtop, trailer, and many spares. It has been advertised in Vintage Motorsport magazine for three months at $55k and is now available here on eBay in Rock Hill, South Carolina for potentially less cash.

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Aircraft Hangar Find: 1960 Porsche 356 Roadster

Aircraft Hangar Find: 1960 Porsche 356 Roadster

2/22/2009 Update: The auction for this Porsche was ended early less than 24 hours after being featured here on BaT. Bidding at that point was at $45,100 with the reserve not met. We hope to hear where the car is headed! Stay tuned for more barn finds!

From 2/21/2009:

This 1960 Porsche 356 Roadster was parked in an airplane hangar in 1985 and was not moved again until recently. The owner was 63 years old at that time and recently parted with the car, at 87, so that a local dealer could rescue and sell it. He had owned the car since the early 60’s. Find it here on eBay in Enid, Oklahoma.

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Abarth Rally Tribute: 1973 Fiat 124 Coupe

Abarth Rally Tribute: 1973 Fiat 124 Coupe

This 1973 Fiat 124 Coupe has been lightened and modified for competition in the style of the Abarth cars. It features Cibie lighting, deleted bumpers, and a 6-point rollcage. Find it here on Craigslist in Los Angeles, California for $10k. Special thanks to BaT reader Rick C. for this submission!

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Style Bargain: 1966 Sunbeam Alpine Roadster

Style Bargain: 1966 Sunbeam Alpine Roadster

This 1966 Sunbeam Alpine has wire wheels, a factory removable hardtop, and extensive recent restoration work already completed. These cars are a serious bargain, as good examples can usually be had for lest than the cost of a thorough paint job on a ratty project. This one is turn-key. Find it here on Craigslist in Yelm, Washington for $6800.

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Blue-Plate Survivor: 1967 VW Type III Fastback

Blue-Plate Survivor: 1967 VW Type III Fastback

2/24/2009 Update: This VW did not meet the lowered reserve at $4500 with 12 bidders.

From 2/20/2009:

This 1967 Volkswagen Fastback is a very clean and dry California example with tasteful modifications. The stance is just right; low, but not too low to use. It has a factory steel sunroof, vintage blue personalized plates, a fresh 1600cc engine with 40mm Webers, and looks good on Porsche 914 Fuchs. Find it here on eBay in Woodland Hills, California.

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The Dauntless V6: Restored 1971 Jeep CJ6

The Dauntless V6: Restored 1971 Jeep CJ6

2/22/2009 Update: This Jeep did not meet reserve at $8800 with 11 bidders, and the $15k Buy-It-Now option was not selected.

From 2/19/2009:

The CJ6 is the pre-CJ7 stretched chassis CJ5. They are nearly impossible to find restored, especially in the vintage style instead of as modern off-roaders. This one looks fantastic in medium blue with white steelies and narrow vintage tires. Find it here on eBay in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

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