In all of automotive history, few vehicles are known to go more miles than from the earth to the moon with minimal maintenance or be instantly recognizable when out-and-about. The Mercedes midsize W123 chassis from 1976-1985 are among them,… more»
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Rust-Free Turbo: 1991 Lotus Elan SE
A few individuals harbor a rather cynical belief that Lotus stands for “Lots Of Trouble, Usually Serious.” However, the company has indeed produced some dependable and competent vehicles, including this 1991 Elan SE. This car is a solid survivor… more»
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1-of-2: 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT
We’re no strangers to rarity claims at Barn Finds. Some appear valid, while others are questionable. The seller claims that the paint-and-trim combination chosen by the first owner makes this 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT a genuine 1-of-2 vehicle…. more»
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Original 400 HO: 1967 Pontiac GTO
The thought of slipping behind the wheel of an iconic muscle car as a daily driver is intriguing, and it’s one the current owner of this 1967 Pontiac GTO has raised. It is rock-solid, featuring its original 400ci V8… more»
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Older Restoration: 1961 Ford Galaxie 4-Door
Ford treated its full-size cars to a styling refresh in 1961, although the design had been redone in 1960. Small fins incorporating the taillights were used instead of flat wings along the lines of the big 1960 Chevrolets. The… more»
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No Reserve: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette
Some classics can’t help but draw attention when they hit the market, as demonstrated by this 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. It isn’t merely the fact that it presents exceptionally well following a restoration, or that it retains its numbers-matching drivetrain…. more»
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Same Family 53 Years: 1971 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454
When the El Camino “Ute” (utility coupe) returned in 1964, it was based on the new Chevelle mid-size offering. Because it’s a car under the skin rather than a truck, the El Camino and Ford’s Ranchero were often referred… more»
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Upscale Pinto: 1980 Mercury Bobcat
Seeing the success Ford was having with the 1971 subcompact Pinto, Mercury lobbied for its own version of the car. That wouldn’t come about until 1974 in Canada and the U.S. in 1975. The new Bobcat was a badge-engineered… more»
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RS SS Tribute: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Racer
The Chevrolet Camaro debuted in 1967 to do battle with the extremely popular Ford Mustang. While it was unable to dethrone the leading “pony car,” the Camaro became the second-best seller right out of the door. The car was… more»
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26k Original Miles: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe
It is a well-worn cliche that racing improves the breed. It is also true in many cases, with buyers often reaping the benefit of lessons learned on the track. Such is the case with this 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo… more»
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Thinning The Herd: 1963 Buick LeSabre Estate Wagon
When an automobile collection reaches 25 or more, storage space and a lack of time to care for your fleet properly can become an issue, and that’s the dilemma the seller of this 1963 Buick Estate Wagon is facing. … more»
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1 of 5 Big Bad Orange: 1970 AMC Rebel Machine
One of the rarest of the mid-size muscle cars of the 1960s and 1970s was the AMC Rebel Machine. It was only produced for one year (1970), and estimates are that the number of assemblies was in the low… more»
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Original Survivor? 1963 Chevrolet Nova SS
Chevrolet added a second compact, the Chevy II, to its ranks in 1962. That gave the manufacturer two players in the growing small car market. Unlike the Corvair, which had a rear-mounted, air-cooled engine, the Chevy II was the… more»
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One-Owner Survivor: No-Reserve 1972 Chevrolet C10
If you’re like me, you’ll never get tired of seeing old farm trucks on the pages of Barn Finds, and we like them all the better when they’re of the one-owner variety. This 1972 Chevy C10 was bought new in Denver,… more»
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What’s A Matador? 1975 AMC Coupe
Generally, in modern times, a two-door and a four-door automobile model look pretty much the same; the obvious difference being two more or fewer doors, depending on your perspective. American Motors upset that apple cart in ’74 with their… more»
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Police Tribute: 440 Powered 1974 Dodge Coronet
Law enforcement sounds like it’s one of those jobs that’s hard to retire from, as many officers seem to have public service so ingrained in their system, making it difficult to walk away. This 1974 Dodge Coronet here on… more»
