This car represents the end of an era. The 1951 model year would be the last for Ford station wagons with real wood on the sides. Earlier station wagon bodies were almost all wood from the cowl back. By… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Aging Gracefully: 1930 Chevrolet 3 Window Coupe
In the first few decades of the 20th century steel production was still something of a black art. This is part of the reason why today we see some cars from the first half of the 1900s that have… more»
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Most Looked At in America: 1982 Excalibur Series IV
It’s easy to forget the Excalibur was a solid performer when introduced, but the somewhat garish exterior was the first thing most folks noticed before ever peering under the hood. As the seller enthusiastically points out, the Excalibur may… more»
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Christine’s Uncle: 1957 Plymouth Belvedere
Even without Stephen King’s novel (and John Carpenter’s movie), the 1957-58 Plymouth lineup would still be extremely collectible. Arguably the cleanest of Virgil Exner’s Forward Look designs, these cars represent the boundless space-age enthusiasm of America in the late… more»
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Never Left San Diego? 1955 Chevrolet Delray
If you’ve been looking for a classic car to cruise or hot rod, this may be the perfect candidate for you. This 1955 Chevrolet can be found here on Craigslist in San Diego, California (imagine that). It certainly appears to… more»
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Fit For Purpose: 1976 Jeep CJ5
It’s really funny how sometimes you will look at the most unlikely of cars and find yourself quite taken by them. This little Jeep has had just such an effect on me. I’m trying to put my finger on… more»
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Fair Weather Only: 1988 Chevy Cavalier
The second generation Chevy Cavalier did nothing to dispel the notion that this was the lowest rung on the Chevy family tree. However, many owners will tell you their car was dirt cheap to run and reliable if maintenance… more»
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Classic For A Cause: 1972 Plymouth Valiant
While never flashy, the reliability of the Mopar A-body sedan is legendary. In his autobiography, Lee Iacocca acknowledged “The Dart and the Valiant ran forever”, and recognized that replacing them too early contributed to Chrysler’s woes later in the… more»
EXCLUSIVE: 1969 Mustang Mach 1 Sportsroof
This Mustang has a lot going for it! For one, it’s a Mach 1 with the 390 S-Code V8. It’s also in amazing condition inside and out. Reader Russell S puts it best when describing this car, “This car… more»
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Sleeping for 24 Years: 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
This Oldsmobile Cutlass is an interesting car. It is a fourth generation car and until recently it has been sitting idle. Prior to the current owner bringing it back to life it hadn’t run since 1994. It is for… more»
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Black and Red: 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix
When I write my articles for Barn Finds, I write about some of the different cars and manufacturers from an Australian perspective. Sometimes these perspectives are right, and sometimes they are wrong. If they’re wrong then I just have… more»
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Once in a Lifetime: 1970 Buick GS 350 Garage Find
So often in life we hear about a once in a lifetime buy, or a once in a lifetime opportunity. So often the reality doesn’t meet your expectations. Well this particular car is one that may well live up… more»
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Rusty Runner: Hemi-Powered 1954 Chrysler New Yorker
This thing gives a new meaning to the term surface rust! This 1954 Chrysler New Yorker is listed as a survivor that is mostly complete and runs great. Best of all it’s equipped with a 331 CI Hemi! This… more»
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Stored Since 1990: 1961 Rambler American Wagon
I can’t get enough of these second-generation Rambler Americans, they’re so quirky and gangly and.. hey wait, I just described myself. This 1961 Rambler American wagon is listed on eBay Pueblo, Colorado and there is no reserve. The current bid… more»
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Donation Survivor: 1985 Chevy S10
It continues to amaze me what gets donated to local charities (particularly in California!) This 1985 Chevy S10 pickup is a desirable configuration, with the extended cab and a 2.8L V6 paired to a manual transmission. The odometer shows… more»
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25,000 Original Miles: 1968 Mercedes 250SL
When it comes to vintage Mercedes convertibles, it’s not at all surprising to see low-mileage examples like this 1968 250SL pop up. These frequently became the weekend drivers of the elite, not intended for daily commuting and perhaps even… more»
