As the 1980s evolved and vehicle manufacturers began to get a handle on technology that helped address the engine power losses that resulted from tighter emission regulations, cars that rolled off lines during the 1970s were largely ignored. However,… more»
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Nice Trade-In: 1984 Dodge Ramcharger 4×4
We don’t know much about this 1984 Dodge Ramcharger 4×4 other than what the VIN tells us. The seller gives one line in their eBay listing, “Nice Ramcharger I took in on trade. All info is as told to… more»
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Perfect Patina? 1978 Ford F-150 460 V8
We’ve discussed and/or debated whether surface rust: i.e., patina, is considered “rust” or not many times here on Barn Finds. When I think of rust, I think of rust holes, probably because I grew up in a snow country… more»
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Vintage Semi Truck and Trailer: 1949 Ford F-7
If you do the math, only a small percentage of cars and light trucks survive beyond their first ten years. even fewer are preserved or restored in some way. Those numbers plummet when it comes to heavy-duty vehicles. These… more»
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Luck O’ The Irish: 1985 Ford Mustang SSP
As you can imagine, we cover Fox Body Ford Mustangs all the time here on BF. Some, such as this 1985 example, are Special Service Package (SSP) police interceptors. None, to the best of my knowledge however, have ever… more»
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No Rust: 1975 Ford LTD Two-Door Pillared Hardtop
At almost 19 feet in length, this 1975 Ford LTD Two-Door Pillared Hardtop is a Dark Yellow Green Metallic beauty, a perfect color for 1975 even though a car this big that weighs well over two tons may not… more»
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Rust-Free, Runs Well: 1964 Mercury Comet Cyclone
With no Mustang-fighter on deck until the 1967 Cougar’s introduction and no intermediate body style after the Meteor was cancelled, the Mercury Comet had to wear several hats beginning in 1964. It was Mercury’s bread-and-butter economy car in addition… more»
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“Excellent Condition”: 1966 Plymouth Valiant 100
The seller says this 1966 Plymouth Valiant 100 two-door sedan is in “excellent condition inside and out”, and they may be right. They say it has a rust-free body and chassis, something a lot of us can’t say about… more»
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1 of 1,007: 1961 Imperial Crown (by Chrysler)
For several decades, the Imperial was Chrysler’s top-of-the-line product. To help it compete better with Cadillac and Lincoln, it became its own make in 1955. While the use of tailfins was on the way out by 1961, the Imperial… more»
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33k Garage Find! 1997 Lincoln Continental 32v V8
If you wanted a 32 valve Ford V8 in 1997, you could pony up to the Mustang Cobra, or you could buy one of two Lincolns: the two-door Mark VIII or a Continental. That was it. This 1997 Lincoln… more»
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One Owner Survivor: 1965 Porsche 911
The seller Dusty356a has found another incredible air-cooled survivor, this time a purported 1-owner 1965 Porsche 911 coupe. It’s rather hard to believe these cars are still out there, especially with the non-stop hype around air-cooled Porsches, but here… more»
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Clean Land Yacht: 1987 Lincoln Town Car
There are cars once so prevalent on American roads, and yet today, they have seemingly disappeared. The Lincoln Town Car is a terrific example of this, and it really doesn’t matter which generation we’re talking about (I’d put its… more»
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Stored 20 Years: 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Personal luxury cars were all the rage in the 1960s, so Chevrolet joined the party in 1970 with its new Monte Carlo. Part Pontiac Grand Prix and part Chevy Malibu, it was an instant hit that would see its… more»
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42k Original Miles: 1971 Plymouth Road Runner
Although the muscle car market was shrinking dramatically by 1971, buyers could still hand over their cash for vehicles deserving that label. This Plymouth Road Runner hails from that year, and while it isn’t the most potent version offered,… more»
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Rebuilt V8: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
If you are seeking a fresh classic to park in your garage but have a vehicle that you need to shift before this happens, this 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is worth a look. It is a tidy survivor that… more»
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Excellent 1968 Chrysler Town & Country Wagon
Finding a vehicle that allows the entire family to indulge in the classic motoring experience is sometimes difficult. However, help may be at hand with this 1968 Chrysler Town and Country Wagon. It is in excellent condition, while the… more»
