It’s no secret I love original graphics on the sides of vintage cars and trucks. That’s why this very-well preserved 1982 Datsun 720 Sport Truck caught my eye, along with the fact that it’s sitting among rows of late-model… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Unbelievably Stock: 1987 Toyota Corolla GT-S
There are unicorns and there are unicorns: this is 1987 Toyota Corolla GT-S, more affectionately known as the AE86, and more frequently seen in modified form. This particular example is the top-of-the-heap GT-S model with a 5-speed manual, rear… more»
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High Top Conversion: 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
This Chevy Blazer was recently listed in the Classifieds and I have to admit, I was a bit curious to know what the High Top Conversion was. We’ve seen some odd conversion vans and trucks, but typically they were… more»
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Foxy Cougar: 1982 Mercury Cougar GS
In 1980 the Cougar was smaller, now being based on the Fox platform. This 1982 Mercury Cougar has a smaller price, too: $2,950. The seller has dropped the price and this sure looks like a lot of car for… more»
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One Family Owned: 1969 Mercury Grand Marquis
We all dream about finding a low mileage family owned muscle car, but how about this 1969 Mercury Grand Marquis sedan? It features a picture perfect 429 V8 and only 34,904 miles! Appearing to be in excellent condition, this… more»
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$9,995 Or Offer: 1977 AMC Hornet Sportabout
We saw a jaw-dropping Hornet wagon a few days ago and here’s another one that looks just as nice if not nicer – they’re coming out of the woodwork! This gorgeous 1977 AMC Hornet Sportabout is in Naples, Florida… more»
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H-Code 390 V8 4-Speed! 1966 Mercury Comet Caliente
I don’t think of a “muscle car” as also being loaded with options, usually they’re bare-bones street machines meant to strike fear into the driver next to you at a stop light. This 1966 Mercury Comet Caliente has almost… more»
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14k Mile Survivor! 1977 Chevy K5 Blazer
We see so many ads claiming vehicles to be low mileage survivors and are always skeptical. This once, I really believe the ad here on craigslist for this 14,000 mile Blazer. The owner used it for a year and… more»
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Twin Stick Survivor: 1981 Plymouth Champ
Our resident Japanese survivor-car fanatic Scotty G. may want to check out this unmolested 1981 Plymouth Champ, a rare variant stemming from Chrysler’s affinity for re-badging Mitsubishi economy cars. This particular example is less frequently seen, as most of… more»
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1 Of 100 Built: 1977 Holden LX Torana A9X
It wasn’t that long ago we profiled a barn-find Ford Falcon GT that had been languishing in an Australian garage. Well, get ready for some deja vu as this 1977 Holden LX Torana A9X is also a recent discovery after close… more»
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Project X-58: 1989 Eagle Premier LX
Do any of you remember the Eagle Premier? It came at a time when most of the offerings by “AMC” were 4WD in nature and were named Eagles. This 1989 Eagle Premier LX is a one-owner car. It can… more»
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Last Of The Mohicans: 1953 Indian Chief Police Special
Indian was a well revered American brand before ceasing production in 1953. This Indian Chief Police Special has lived an interesting life as a Police bike where it was then decommissioned and spent nearly 40 years in an equipment… more»
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Saddle Sore Survivor: 1976 Pinto Wagon
Whether you love them or hate them, the Ford Pinto is a cost effective classic that can be a fun machine like this 56,000 mile example. Clean inside and out, this little wagon has a factory V6 with air… more»
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2,078 Mile Garage Find! 1976 Chevrolet Vega
This incredible time machine is without question the nicest original 1976 Chevrolet Vega that I have ever seen or probably ever will see, at least in notchback trim. It’s listed here on eBay in Choctaw, Oklahoma. The bidding is a… more»
BF EXCLUSIVE: 1953 Nash Ambassador Custom
Now, this is a daily driver! I’m not kidding, the seller uses this 1953 Nash Ambassador Custom as his daily driver, that’s as cool as it gets in my world. This black beauty is a Barn Finds Exclusive and… more»
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Government Surplus: 1963 International Scout
The origins of the Federal Civil Defense Authority can be traced back to the panic that emerged at the height of the Cold War. It’s not hard to see why the government felt towns and cities should have resources… more»
