about us
FOUND Motorcars started with a book I wrote a few years back called FOUND. The Lives of Interesting Cars and How They Were Discovered. A Novel.
I've loved 'interesting cars' since a kid and have, more recently focused on original, untouched automobiles. While I also appreciate nicely restored cars and have a few in my collection, I do LOVE unearthing truly original special cars.
Since retiring from a career in technology I decided to see where the classic car world would take me. I've opened a small dealership just outside of Seattle with a focus on finding cool cars and completing the necessary work to bring them back to reliable, thrilling rides. Some for sale, some probably not. If you see a story you like please let me know.
1972 Citroen SM
5 speed
Unrestored, one previous owner, 17,000 documented miles. Glass-covered, swiveling headlight Euro front end. Upgrades done.
Must be one of the best, most original left in the world. Always wanted to see what all the fuss has been about SM's for the past 50 years? I suggest you'd be hard-pressed to find a better one.
AVAILABLE NOW
Chapron Decapotable
1971 Citroen DS21
BVH Pallas
Delivered new to Reno, Nevada this 3 owner DS is a very rare Pallas given it has had zero rust, ever. You just can't beat Nevada's climate.
The car was cared for a Citroen trained mechanic until he moved away in the 90's and the car was then put away in their garage.
It's been gone through now with new engine, transmission, and hydraulics. New 'high-end' paint and gorgeous new tabac leather from Europe to match the original. An amazing USA Export DS21 Pallas in beautiful colors.
On Bringatrailer SOON!
1972Citroen 2CV Charleston
Escargot Motorcars
Under 20,000 miles. Beautiful burgundy & black Charleston paint scheme. Originally imported by Escargot Motorcars. See related video here.
Recently used in Road & Track for their article: The Roads Make Kids Love Cars
SOLD
1961 Citroen 2CV Van Glacauto
Rare special edition AZU
Need to deliver flowers or baguettes? I've got just the van! An original 12 Horsepower (yes, 12) 2CV van. Over 1,200,000 2CV vans were made but only a handful were converted by Glacauto. Amazingly this one survived.
SOLD
1973 Citroen SM
3.0 Litre, 5 speed
Bought new at Kolar’s in Seattle
Under 12,000 miles
Basically ‘as new’ in every detail, including tires
Stored in the original owners heated basement, under blankets, for decades
Best in the world?
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11846 NE 112th Street
Kirkland, WA 98033
M-F, 10 to 4 or by appointment
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1967 Porsche 911S
Softwindow Targa
Unrestored, fascinating detailed history, 1st year of the "S", 1st year of the Targa, 1st year of the iconic Fuchs
The '67 911S has always been a special sports car. But finding a highly original soft window Targa--the top of the line for Porsche in 1967-- is like finding hens' teeth
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SOLD
(to my neighbor)
