Rust-Free California Car: 1974 Ford Pinto

1974 was the first year for federally-mandated 5 mph bumpers on both the front and rear of most American cars, including the Pinto, and they really did a number on the visual aspects of what was otherwise an interesting… more»

Clean Survivor: 1974 Plymouth Valiant Scamp

The seller of this 1974 Plymouth Valiant Scamp could have been describing me when they say that it’s far from perfect but is a remarkably clean survivor! I know, weird. I also have a couple of dings and, most… more»

1 of 1,200? 1990 Kawasaki Jet Mate

The want is incredible on this one, having grown up next to the biggest freshwater lake on the planet (in area, not volume). This 1990 Kawasaki Jet Mate is like a Jet Ski that you can carry a couple… more»

One Family Owned 1979 Ford Thunderbird

This 1979 Ford Thunderbird appears to be in beautiful condition inside and out and according to the seller, it has been a one-family-owned car since new. They’re selling it to help the family settle the estate and it can… more»

Bill Blass Edition: 1979 Lincoln Mark V

Like your favorite pair of old shoes – the ones that you’ve had forever and have more wrinkles than they should and your spouse won’t let you wear them in public – that’s sort of the situation with this… more»

Incredible Survivor: 1976 AMC Pacer

There isn’t much doubt or question as to who built the wackiest vehicles in the 1970s: AMC did, that’s who. If anyone can think of another company this side of Fisher-Price or Mattel, let us know in the comments…. more»

Idaho Survivor: 1985 Cadillac Eldorado

In this corner, weighing in at 3,732 pounds and measuring 17-feet in length, coming in the tenth generation, and hailing from the great state of Idaho, the middleweight champ: a 1985 Cadillac Eldorado! We recently saw a really nice 1967… more»

Amphibious ATV: 1975 Terra Jet VA6 4×4

The idea of taking a vehicle made out of sheet metal through the water is a little worrisome to me, but Terra Jet has been making such vehicles for decades. Not to mention that there are Amphicars and other… more»

California Car: 1983 Audi 5000 Turbo Diesel

1983 was the first year that Audi was able to meet the tight emissions standards in all fifty US states for its diesel engine but, sadly, it only came with an automatic transmission here. The seller has this solid… more»

19K Mile 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS

A fall of 1985 GM press release said, “Monte Carlo, the sleek Chevrolet luxury coupe with a dual personality, slips into 1986 with fresh aerodynamic styling, retuned suspension and a new model in the lineup.” This 1986 Chevrolet Monte… more»

Two Stroke Survivor: 1971 Yamaha CS3 200

Most of us started our lifelong love of motorcycles on a small CC bike. Whether it was a Honda 50 or a mini bike with a pull starter, not many of us were riding huge motorcycles as our first… more»

Desert Jewel: 1967 Cadillac Eldorado

I was just in Palm Springs and that general area and every time I’m there I vow to try to find a way to move there, at least for the winter months. Just what they want, more snowbirds clutterin’… more»

Rust Free 1969 Mercury Marauder X-100

This 1969 Mercury Marauder X-100 is in a similar class to the ’69 Buick Wildcat that we saw a day ago here on Barn Finds. At least to me, it is. It’s a big, luxurious, and powerful American car… more»

Beautiful Survivor: 1969 Buick Wildcat

I could see James Bond driving a Buick Wildcat, they’re cool, tough, and elegant all at the same time. There aren’t a lot of cars that are like that, or at least I can’t think of too many. This… more»

Eight Passenger 1954 Chrysler Windsor DeLuxe

“A Beautiful Car…a BIG CAR…The Finest Car in the Medium-Price Field!” reads an ad for the 1954 Chrysler Windsor DeLuxe. And that wasn’t even an eight-passenger sedan like this 1954 Chrysler Windsor DeLuxe is. The seller has this BIG… more»

Saved From The Crusher: 1940s Ford 9N Tractor

This tractor is a little tough to nail down the date for when it was made. The seller doesn’t show any numbers but they refer to it as a 1939 to 1942 Ford 9N. They have it listed here… more»

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