One-family owned cars are very hard to find to these days, but especially so when you look at vehicles from the 60s and beyond. There’s a sentiment out there that long-term ownership in one family indicates a particular love… more»
German Classic Cars
23 hours ago • For Sale • 17 Comments
“Baby Corvette” Project: 1972 Opel GT
Here we are living in the home of the brave, and that’s what it’s going to take to tackle this Opel GT. It’s listed on eBay with bidding at $610, reserve not met. Though it looks like it wants… more»
Mar 19, 2025 • For Sale • 14 Comments
52k Mile Turbo Diesel Sedan: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300D
Whether you’re a fan of diesel-powered autos, looking for an older reliable cruiser, or just in the market for a nicely preserved eighties sedan, this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300D here on eBay ticks several of the right boxes. It has… more»
Mar 18, 2025 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Rotisserie Restored: 1974 Porsche 914 2.0
The idea of lavishing every last dollar possible on a tip-top restoration is certainly one we’ve all been tempted by at one time or another. Your dream car comes up for sale, only it’s sitting in a junkyard; your… more»
Mar 18, 2025 • Auctions • 12 Comments
No Reserve BF Auction: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEL
American manufacturers weren’t the only companies to build big luxury land yachts, though they did definitely corner the market. Mercedes-Benz has a long history of building stately luxury cruisers and their S-class has long been their go-to model for… more»
Mar 17, 2025 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Clean and Original Camper: 1982 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia
The market for camper vans of any kind has definitely seen an adjustment in recent years as people have returned to normalcy and the expectation of employers seeing you in the office has risen. There was a time when… more»
Mar 17, 2025 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Turbo Diesel Wagon: 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300TD
The W123-series Mercedes-Benz is one of the most celebrated European classics from the 1980s. Their reputation for going the distance mileage-wise is well established, but that also results in the cars themselves being a little rough around the edges…. more»
Mar 17, 2025 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Forced Sale: 1967 Amphicar 770
Some individuals have dedicated decades and, in some cases, millions of dollars, to the development of flying cars. They are brimming with sky-high optimism (excuse the pun), but their labors have so far failed to deliver. That makes me… more»
Mar 17, 2025 • Auctions • 45 Comments
No Reserve BF Auction: 1985 BMW 635CSi
UPDATE – Videos of this BMW have been added below! Almost 25 years ago, a good friend decided to buy a used 1990 BMW 525i on a whim. He thought it would be fun driving a fancy German car,… more»
Mar 17, 2025 • Auctions • 10 Comments
BF Auction: 1973 BMW R75/5 With Sidecar
BMW builds more than cars; it also builds great sport bikes. It has a long history of building touring bikes that can comfortably cover long distances. Still, no matter how comfortable a motorcycle is to ride, it isn’t always… more»
Mar 16, 2025 • For Sale • 24 Comments
1 of 10 in the U.S.: 1992 Opel Calibra
Through its association with General Motors, Opel last sold cars in the U.S. in 1975. That was through Buick dealers because they previously had no smaller automobiles to sell. So, there were no channels to buy an Opel Calibra… more»
Mar 14, 2025 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Icon Tribute Build: 1968 Porsche 911R!
When you hear the name Porsche, what images come to mind? Some people think of James Dean’s 550 Spyder. Some see the red 930 turbo poster car hanging on their wall in the 80s, and others see the yellow… more»
Mar 14, 2025 • For Sale • 2 Comments
17,500 Miles From New! 1995 Porsche 911 Cabrio
There was a time when Porsche 911s in convertible forms were not the most desirable cars. In fact, if it was a soft top or a targa top, you could count on buying it at a substantial discount, regardless… more»
Mar 13, 2025 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Clean As A Whistle: 1976 Porsche 912E
I’ve covered Porsche 912s here on BF before, but they’ve always been the first-gen (’65-’69) variety. Today, for your review, I have a very sharp-looking second-gen 1976 912E to consider. If looks could kill, this baby has them, but… more»
Mar 13, 2025 • For Sale • 20 Comments
197 Original Miles! 1996 Porsche 911 Turbo
The 993-chassis Porsche 911 remains one of the most coveted air-cooled models ever made. Values barely ticked down in the years it became a used sports cars, and with the arrival of the liquid-cooled 996, values skyrocketed even further…. more»
Mar 8, 2025 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Retro Cool: 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK 320 Custom
The retro phase in automotive design gathered strength in the 1990s following the introduction of the PT Cruiser and Prowler. Our feature car continues that theme, combining old-world charm with modern engineering. The Karmann Ghia panels gracing this classic… more»
