One of the challenges with any project build is knowing where to start. That isn’t an issue with this 1955 Chevrolet Big Window Pickup, because the current owner has invested considerable time and money, giving the buyer an excellent… more»
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Surfboard Included: 1962 Buick Invicta Estate Wagon
In 1962, American families still needed a mode of transportation that could haul around kids and all kinds of cargo, and the most practical option was the station wagon. And by 1962, families had more station wagon options than… more»
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Unique Harley: 1961 Harley-Davidson Topper
Pepper Red was one of three new colors for 1961 on Harley’s unique scooter, and they all had contrasting Birch White, no matter if you chose this color, Strato Blue, or Granada Green. This 1961 Harley-Davidson Topper can be… more»
Well-Kept Classic Pickup: 1981 Toyota Hilux
Compact Toyota pickups from the early 1980s have quietly become some of the most sought-after trucks on the market, and this 1981 Toyota Hilux Regular Cab Short Bed listed here on craigslist in Dupont, Colorado, shows why. Simple, durable,… more»
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Triple Deuce Survivor Class: 1964 Pontiac GTO
I purposefully avoid covering muscle cars! Why, you ask? Most are ridiculously overpriced, or have had absurd restorations in which the width, texture, and hue of assembly-line chalk marks seem to be job one. At the opposite end of… more»
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1981 Chevrolet C10 Silverado Stepside W/ 350 V8
A bit of a restomod, this 1981 Chevrolet C10 Silverado Stepside with a topper, or cap/shell on the back, has been repainted in a different green color than its original blue, and the engine and transmission have been rebuilt…. more»
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Well-Sorted Survivor: 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass Barn Find Revival
Not every barn find needs years of work before it can be enjoyed, and this 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass listed on craigslist in Morton, Pennsylvania, appears to be a good example of that sweet spot. Priced at $7,500, this Cutlass… more»
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Supercharged Sedan: 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP
Pontiac’s Grand Prix began as a personal luxury car in 1962 but would evolve into a 4-door performance/luxury sedan before retiring in 2008. The seller’s beautiful survivor is from the car’s seventh generation and is a turn-key automobile that… more»
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Tiny Two-Stroke Twin: 1970 Yamaha HS1 90
Said to be the smallest production twin-cylinder motorcycle at the time, Yamaha’s HS1 wasn’t a powerhouse, but even at 89-cc, this was a fun bike to ride if you didn’t expect it to be a stoplight beast. This 1970… more»
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Future Lead Sled? 1950 Lincoln Cosmopolitan
The Cosmopolitan was a luxury car from Lincoln (who else?) produced from 1949 to 1954. Like other U.S. automakers, it was a fresh, new car that emerged in the days following World War II. It was a big, bulbous… more»
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Only 415 Built: 1969 Buick GS 400 Stage 1 Four-Speed Project
While the 1970 Buick 455 with the Stage 1 package has a reputation as one of the stoutest engines from the muscle car era, it’s less well-known that the first Stage 1 was actually introduced in 1969 as a… more»
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Worthwhile Project? 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SE
When we consider the Mercedes-Benz W108/109 lineup, we often think about the desirable V8-powered sedans, or perhaps the lovely cabriolet and coupe models. The sedan with the 2.8L inline-six is less sought after, perhaps, but it’s still a wonderful… more»
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5K Mile Mail Truck: 1997 Honda CRV
A slightly under-the-radar component of survivor vehicles are those that are used for marketing to postal carriers. Yes, this is real, especially for rural postal carriers who often can’t use the standard-issue trucks from the USPS. This is because… more»
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Back To The Basics: 1997 Ford Ranger XL 5-Speed
It doesn’t get much more basic than this 1997 Ford Ranger XL pickup. We often hear from Barn Finds readers that they miss the days when a small, basic pickup was available, one without an overwhelming warranty-inducing nightmare of… more»
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Rare Diesel: 1984 Pontiac 6000
When you say the words “GM diesel” in the context of a vehicle from the 1980s, I wouldn’t blame you for thinking the worst. After all, GM had a significant swing and miss when it came to selling a… more»
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Parked Since ’75: 1957 Chevrolet 150
Don’t be fooled by its weathered appearance, because there is much to like about this 1957 Chevrolet 150. Below the surface is a rock-solid project candidate that has hibernated for fifty years. It is a genuine blank canvas, allowing… more»
