Cab-over trucks occupy a unique place in the vintage vehicle market, as their innovative design keeps trucks like this 1953 White 3000 on the radars of enthusiasts looking for a slightly larger restoration project. Despite their crudeness compared to… more»
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Quadra-Trac Survivor: 1973 Jeep Wagoneer
I’ve spent some time getting up close and personal with the pre-Grand Wagoneer over the last few days, as the large Georgia collection we’ve presented here as a Barn Finds Exclusive has several Wagoneers for sale. This example is a… more»
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Stored in ’73: 1969 Dodge Super Bee
It’s rare to find survivor-grade muscle cars these days that are true “survivors.” Sure, there are plenty of sellers who will hawk a car that may have some attributes here and there that have survived – like an original paint… more»
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Farm Hand Half-Cab: 1960 Jeep CJ5
Rarely do old farm trucks disappoint as it relates to looking cool and just generally bad-ass with faded graphics on the doors. This is an unusual half-cab 1960 Jeep CJ5 that comes from a ranch in Colorado and still… more»
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$600 Mini Hauler: 1978 Ford Courier Project
For a hot minute, I thought about getting into captive import / mini-truck ownership in the form of a 4WD-converted Courier pickup. Sadly, that example was too rusty to justify the purchase and investment in, but I still dig… more»
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Manual Transmission Sedan: 1970 Mercedes 250
Stick-shift Mercedes-Benz cars aren’t exactly common, so this 1970 Mercedes 250 stands out for its manual configuration. There’s not much else to write home about, other than the snazzy red interior and seemingly rust-free condition. The seller says it’s… more»
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EXCLUSIVE: Round Three at the Georgia Collection
Happy New Year, Barn Finds readers. Over the holidays, I made a return trip to the large collection in Georgia and grabbed a whole ‘nother round of photos of interesting cars and trucks for sale, along with some other curiosities. As… more»
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Coach Converted: 1948 Greyhound Bus
$20,000 buys you this custom-coach-converted Greyhound bus, affectionately known as a “Silversides” model that may or may not also be considered a GM PD-3751 by old-school bus enthusiasts. That’s a lot of names for a solitary bus, especially one… more»
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4WD Campervan: 1993 Toyota HiAce
As I’ve mentioned on these pages before, one of my other lingering projects is a 1981 Toyota HiAce, a model never sold in the U.S. My generation predates the ones that are appearing for sale left and right, as… more»
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Rusty Fintail: 1965 Mercedes 220
There’s something serene about this 1965 Mercedes-Benz 220 resting on among the ferns in New Hampshire. While it is quite rusty, the seller contends there’s plenty of parts value in this carcass, more than enough to satisfy the asking… more»
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Unrestored Black Plate: 1965 Sunbeam Tiger
The listing for this 1965 Sunbeam Tiger is short and to the point, but if the seller’s words are to be accepted as gospel truth, there’s really not much to say. This is a claimed survivor-grade Tiger, with a… more»
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Barn Find Stude: 1967 Avanti II
As has been reported on these pages many times, the Avanti went through a variety of ownership and design changes after Studebaker pulled the plug. This example is a 1967 model, otherwise known as an Avanti II, and is… more»
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Mustang Roots: 1987 Zimmer Golden Spirit
I recently scanned through a few old hardcover books of mine that documented 80s supercars. Among the various one-off AMGs and Gemballa Porsches was the classic Zimmer, apparently captured for its off-the-wall looks and V8 power underhood. I don’t… more»
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The Other GLHS: 1987 Charger GLHS
We’ve featured these Shelby-built Charger GLHS models before, and I’m always surprised how many are still out there despite being a limited-production car. This one is an interesting specimen, as it has higher mileage but also features some neat… more»
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3-Series Alternative: 1985 Peugeot 505 STI
When it comes to entry-level classics, BMW’s 3-and 5-Series sedans tend to get nods as good place to start for first-time hobbyists interested in European makes. However, the sporting Peugeot 505 is often overlooked, and this example is dirt… more»
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Ladies’ Night Commuter: 1980 Lotus Elite
With just under 23,000 original miles, this 1980 Lotus Elite 504 is an unusually well-preserved example of a car we typically see in project form. The reason for that? It was used by its one, solitary female owner as… more»
