We have gone down the just-because-a-vehicle-is-rare-doesn’t-make-it-monetarily-valuable road many times here at One Barn Finds Tower, and here’s a car that proves that point. This is a rare 1986 Buick Century Gran Sport that can be found here on craigslist,… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Amazing Survivor: 1977 Ford F-150 Ranger XLT 4×4
Sometimes a vehicle comes along.. wait, who am I kidding, I want almost every one of the vehicles shown here, this one in particular! The machine has yet to be invented that can measure my desire for this 1977… more»
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Rare Turbo: 1981 Chevy Monte Carlo
Before the Monte Carlo SS, there was a rare turbocharged model which could pass for a sleeper given the era in which it was produced. This particular example appears to be in fine shape, with some tasteful OEM upgrades… more»
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$12,500 OBO: 1974 Toyota Corolla 1600 Deluxe
With only 19,332 miles, this 1974 Toyota Corolla 1600 Deluxe is one pampered peanut. It can be found on Craigslist, or here on the CL archive, with an asking price of $12,500 or best offer. It seems to be… more»
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Barn Find Survivor MG With 19K Miles
If you’ve never driven an MG Midget, you should. Minimalist motoring at its best — just don’t try to take on an 18-wheeler with one (I speak from experience, here, I lost). This beautiful barn find survivor was found… more»
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Prewar Passenger Pigeon: 1934 Hupmobile Aero-Dynamic
From the beginning of automobile production in America to the end of World War II, an amazing number of manufacturers entered and left the market. From simple cycle cars to the many famous luxury vehicle manufacturers, consumers had a… more»
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Numbers Matching, Mostly Original: 1971 Corvette LT-1
What a gorgeous C3! This 1971 Corvette is still featuring “most” of its original paint and appears to be in either great driver condition (my choice) or a foundation for a show car in the preservation classes. It’s listed… more»
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One Owner: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
How often do you have the opportunity to purchase a 61 year old car from the original owner? Well this is one of those miraculous stories where a desirable car survived, time, the elements, and the hot rod and… more»
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One Owner Tii: 1972 BMW 2002
BMW 2002 Tii’s continue to appreciate nicely, especially for mostly stock survivors like this 1972 example. Wearing an unusual shade of paint known as Ceylon, it remains highly original aside from one repaint and an upgraded later 5-speed manual… more»
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2,014 Miles And Mint! 1979 Trans Am
Barn Finds frequent submitter Pat L. suggested that we take a look at this unbelievable time capsule 1979 10th Anniversary Pontiac Trans Am that is listed for sale here on craigslist. The original owner is selling the car and… more»
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22,000 Lady-Owned Miles: 1984 Dodge Ram 50
Keeping up with the number of Mitsubishi-branded products that made their way stateside as Dodge vehicles can be a challenge. Fortunately, survivor standouts like this claimed 22,000 mile 1984 Ram 50 make it easier to spot the best values on… more»
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14,206 Miles! 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS Survivor
The second owner who purchased this beautiful 1967 SS/RS Camaro in 1979 is now selling it here on eBay. All documentation is present including the original order form and window sticker. This stunning low-mileage car has an also stunning buy… more»
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427 & 4-Speed! 1966 Chevrolet Impala Wagon
You won’t find many wagons that left a factory with a big-block V8 and a four-speed manual — and you’ll find even fewer that are basically in survivor condition with 34,000 original miles! No wonder this car has seen… more»
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Nova Alternative: 1973 Oldsmobile Omega
How can this be? I, of course, know the Chevy Nova. I know the Pontiac Ventura, and I recognize the Buick Apollo as X-Body variations of the Nova. But, imagine my surprise when I saw the ad for the… more»
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400 Miles from New: Chevy Monte Carlo Brickyard 400 Pace Car
Preserved pace cars aren’t limited to Corvettes and Mustangs. This 1995 Chevy Monte Carlo is a special edition Brickyard 400 Pace Car, one of 400 such examples created in homage to the NASCAR race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in… more»
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Amazing Survivor: 1978 Chrysler New Yorker Brougham
Just look at this huge beauty Pat L found here on craigslist. I also found it listed on eBay in Hamburg, New York. Bidding is under $2,000 at this time. The Chrysler New Yorker was introduced in 1940 and by the… more»
