Some classics are cool without even trying. Take this 1962 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, for example. It isn’t loaded with luxury appointments, and the driver won’t have a million horsepower under their right foot. However, wherever they go, this classic… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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427 Side-Oiler: 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7/GT-E
Mercury introduced the Cougar in 1967 as a more upmarket alternative to the Ford Mustang. The company raised the bar in 1968 with the rare GT-E variant. With a 427-4V monster under the hood, its performance was unquestioned. Our… more»
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Solar Gold Survivor: 1980 Pontiac Firebird Turbo Trans Am
The seller describes this 1980 Pontiac Turbo Trans Am as a complete, numbers-matching car finished in its original gold paint, with only minor rust and no accident history. It rides on the desirable WS6 performance package, identifiable by its… more»
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Rock-Solid Project: 1962 Chevrolet Impala
If you don’t mind getting your hands dirty, knocking out a few dings and dents, and wielding a spray gun, this 1962 Chevrolet Impala deserves a close look. It runs and drives well, featuring its original V8, a rebuilt… more»
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302/3-Speed: 1972 Ford Mustang Hardtop
This 1972 Ford Mustang caught my eye for a simple reason: it’s a Hardtop. Most of the post-1971 First Generation Mustangs crossing our desks at Barn Finds are Fastbacks, which is unsurprising since the desirable Mach 1 was only… more»
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32k Original Miles: 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
The immaculate presentation of this 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is unsurprising, as it shows a genuine 32,000 miles on the odometer. It is largely unmolested, and its affordability adds to its appeal. The buyer could slip behind the wheel immediately,… more»
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Silvercrest Roof: 1959 Imperial Southhampton
So, when is a Chrysler not a Chrysler but still a Chrysler? In 1955 (and for the years ahead), Chrysler Corp. took all Chrysler badging off the Imperials, hoping to better position them against Cadillac and Lincoln. It was… more»
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Original Paint: 1957 Ford Fairlane 500
Over the years, Ford has always been a close (or not so close) second to Chevrolet in automobile sales. But one exception occurred in 1957 when Ford beat Chevy by just 7,000 units, no doubt because the Fords were… more»
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Handbuilt Brit: 1970 Morgan 4/4
Founded in 1910, Morgan Motor Company Limited cemented its reputation by producing hand-built British sports cars. The company’s early offerings featured three wheels, but the 1936 release of the 4/4 marked its first traditional four-wheeler. Our featured 4/4 left… more»
BF Exclusive: 2002 Saturn SC2 5-Speed
UPDATE: The seller has lowered their asking price to $3,300! The same color as my dad’s leisure suit from the 1970s, this “Orange” is more of a burnt orange than an orange-orange, but it’s orange nonetheless, and it’s a… more»
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No Rust or Bondo! 1975 AMC Pacer X
“No rust or bondo,” those are the words of the seller of this incredibly nice-looking 1975 AMC Pacer. Yes, 1975 was the first model year for this (dare I say it?) (oh, what the heck) iconic car. Other than… more»
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35k Miles: 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Monza
The Corvair was Chevrolet’s first compact car, born in 1960 in unusual fashion. Its engine was air-cooled rather than water-cooled and resided in the back. After 1.8 million copies, the car quietly retired in the Spring of 1969. This… more»
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Cheap Wheels Survivor: 1992 Mercury Cougar
The Mercury Cougar began in 1967 as a second FOMOCO entry in the new “pony car” market. It was an upscale version of the Ford Mustang, but its direction would change in the 1970s. Years later, the seventh generation… more»
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Original 283: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
Some classics have so many positive attributes that it’s almost impossible to pick one as the most significant. That is undoubtedly the case with this 1957 Chevrolet Nomad. Its presentation is spotless, making it ideal for someone seeking a… more»
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Restore or Preserve? 1960 Lincoln Continental Mark V Convertible
Some classics leave you pondering what path to follow once the vehicle in question is safely parked in your garage. This 1960 Continental Mark V Convertible is no different. This recent barn find could be a prime restoration candidate…. more»
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1986 Toyota One-Ton Extended Cab Dually
Here’s something we haven’t seen too often at Barn Finds: a one-ton 1986 Toyota pickup with dual rear wheels and a custom cab extension. I’m guessing it was originally made to pull a trailer, but we don’t know for… more»
