If a person were looking for a car that gets better MPG than a 750 Honda motorcycle, this 1984 Ford Escort Wagon diesel 5-speed is it. Or, it was one choice in the 1980s. This mpg king is on… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Twin-Stick Faux Ragtop: 1963 Rambler American
As the last year of the second-generation cars, this 1963 Rambler American is a drivable project car. It’s listed on eBay in Chula Vista, California with a bid of $1,000 and a buy it now price of $2,500.
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Autorama Centerpiece: 11.5 Mile 1963 Chevrolet Impala
As a writer, I don’t really like to re-hash other folks stories unless it is a REALLY good topic. I much prefer writing my own original stories, but sometimes there are things that someone else has already covered that… more»
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California Garage Find: 1957 BMW Isetta
Bidding is quite strong for this 1957 BMW Isetta, which remains in untouched survivor condition. This is the 300 model, which enjoys increased displacement over the 250 for a robust 13 b.h.p. and 13.6 ft. lbs. of torque. Laugh… more»
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Skill Level Five Times Two: 1965 Mustang Fastback Combo Deal
Did you ever build one of those Estes model rockets when you were a kid? Each one had a skill level printed prominently on the package. A Mosquito, which was basically a rocket motor in a tube with a… more»
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$1,800 Or Offer! 1970 International 1200 D
Never seen snow! No, I’m just kidding of course, but this truck is too solid to have been driven in road salt. It’s a 1970 International 1200 D pickup and it’s on eBay with a won’t-be-around-long buy it now… more»
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Castillian Cast-Away: LaDawri Victress Coupe Kit
This big, black cast-away coupe actually represents a very interesting bit of fiberglass car history, and for only $650 as found here on Craigslist – it would be a (relatively) inexpensive way to build one of the last surviving… more»
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A Distinctive Daily Driver: 1969 Chevrolet C10
If you have shopped for a late model used truck lately, then you probably have come away disillusioned with the experience. A good, low mileage truck is difficult to find, and the price of ones that are a few… more»
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Restore or Restomod? 1970 Toyota Corona MK II
All-original California cars, those are magic words for a lot of us who live (linger, suffer) in the Midwest and see so many thousands of rusted-out vehicles every day; or worse yet, drive them. This 1970 Toyota Corona MK… more»
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Diesel 5-Speed: 1981 Audi 5000S
I didn’t know anyone who would have even considered an Audi back in 1981 but I did see a few of them around in our “small” town (100,000 population). This 1981 Audi 5000S diesel 5-speed would have stood out… more»
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Driven To Church And Back: 1976 Ford Maverick
It’s hard to think import-fighter when looking at this 1976 Ford Maverick now, but in the 1970s it was. This small sedan is listed on eBay with a buy it now price of $5,900 or you can make an offer…. more»
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Promising Project: 1930 Harley-Davidson
This 1930 Harley Davidson V is said to be a true barn find. It was apparently rescued from a barn around twenty years ago and put back on the road. It can be found here on eBay with a… more»
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Stout Tow Rig? 1975 Chevrolet Suburban
Station wagons are really popular these days but if you need a bit more room and good towing capacity to drag your gear around, these old Suburbans are great. In California, it’s even better if they are from 1975… more»
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128 Original Documented Kiwi Miles! 1958 Studebaker Champion
No, that’s not a typo, and yes, it’s very well documented. This right hand drive 1958 Studebaker Champion comes with quite a story! Thanks to Barn Finds reader Brent for sending us this fabulous survivor from Auckland, New Zealand. It’s… more»
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Obscure and Extinct: 1980 Fiat Strada
Yes, this unusual Fiat was sold in the U.S. for several years as the Strada, a hatchback that was built on the aging Fiat 128 platform. Featuring styling that even today remains quite avant-garde (or polarizing, depending on how… more»
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Skaug Bed Equipped: 1970 Ford F250 Camper Special
Finding vehicles that had options added right when they were rolling off the dealer lot with those features still attached is a treat, as this 1970 Ford F-250 Camper Special shows. Ordered by the original owner to have an… more»
