There was once a time when vehicles, often called the land yachts of the 1970s, were viewed by the broader community with barely concealed contempt. They reflected an era when manufacturers had yet to come to terms with the… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Feb 6, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Original Owner: 1976 Triumph TR6
Rocco found this 1976 Triumph TR6 in Gardiner, New York. It is said to be an original owner car with 71,000 miles and described as a survivor but there has been some work completed on the interior and mechanicals…. more»
Feb 5, 2024 • For Sale • 43 Comments
Update: 1974 Chevrolet Vega GT Kammback
UPDATE – This 1974 Chevrolet Vega GT Kammback is for sale again a little over a year since it was featured here on Barn Finds, with quite a bump in the asking price. It can be found here on… more»
Feb 5, 2024 • Auctions • 28 Comments
BF Auction: 1968 Ford F-100
UPDATE – The seller has added additional photos. One of the challenges potential buyers face when searching for a classic Pickup is locating a genuine survivor ready to provide immediate enjoyment. Many require significant work, but that isn’t the… more»
Feb 5, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
1-of-1: 1978 Porsche 930 Turbo Targa
Claiming unique status for any classic car is a bold move. However, possessing supporting evidence transforms a bold claim into an indisputable fact. Such is the case with this 1978 Porsche 930 Turbo. It has a colored history, but… more»
Feb 5, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
So-Cal Original Woody Wagon: 1948 Plymouth Station Wagon
You learn a lot writing for Barn Finds. After typing out over 800 write-ups, one of the more common themes is that cars from Southern California are, for the most part, well-preserved. You can almost count on a car… more»
Feb 5, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Desert Survivor! 1969 Datsun 1600 Roadster
Logging the acceleration of the Japanese motorcar industry in the 1960s is a reminder of a competitor that seemingly came out of the blue. Of course, progress wasn’t a straight line: things started haltingly over at Datsun in the… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Yellowstone Park Bus: 1924 White 15-45 Touring
Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872, covers parts of Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. Much of its growth and success tracks with the advent of the automobile, which led to more visitors. Touring buses became popular in the early 20th… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 51 Comments
Stored For Years: 16K Mile 1977 Chevrolet Vega
“No matter where you’re going or what you’re doing, you’ll have fun with a Vega. Because Vegas are just plain sporty, spunky, tough exciting cars. They give you the time of your life for a lot of years.” So… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Highly-Original Beige Beauty: 1986 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
“Remember, they are only original once.” That’s how the seller of this impressive Jeep ends his sales pitch. Sure, it’s a cliche, but to car nerds like me who love original, unmolested survivors, it’s a comment that won’t make me… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Acres of Studebaker Cars, Trucks, and Parts
If you drive up to Sonora, California, you’ll find a graveyard of nothing but Studebakers, largely from the 1950s and 1960s. The owner’s father began a love affair with the vehicles in 1959 and – since then – more… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Affordable Project: 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
There has long been debate about what the most significant post-war car produced by an American manufacturer was. Some will argue that the First Generation Mustang is worthy of the accolade, while others feel that the Corvair represents the… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Last Registered in 1990! 1979 Chevrolet Monza
Perhaps to redeem themselves from the troubles of the early 1970s Vega, Chevrolet rolled out the Monza in 1975. It was a sportier product based on the same platform and available in both coupe and hatchback formats. Badge-engineered versions… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Original Paint: 1963 Chevrolet Impala
Hiding in this garage is a classic carrying all the hallmarks of a car that has led a sheltered life. This 1963 Chevrolet Impala presents well at first glance, an impression heightened by the seller’s claim that it retains… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Restore or Preserve? 1987 Buick Grand National
Some classics invariably generate interest when they hit the market, and this 1987 Buick Grand National demonstrates that. It has received an incredible fifty-two bids, suggesting that people like what they see. However, the intense action leaves the current… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Only 43k Miles! 1983 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser Wagon
During the 1970s and 1980s, the Custom Cruiser was the station wagon equivalent of a cross between the Delta 88 and Olds 98 in terms of trim. This 1983 edition would be on par with the full-size Chevy Caprice… more»
