Of all the generations of Corvettes, C4s have long been the least sought after by collectors. While they aren’t the fastest generation, they are actually quite fun to drive! And with the values of earlier cars on a steady… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Late Production Survivor: 1980 VW Beetle Convertible
When it comes to air-cooled Beetles, the most desirable cars are either super early or very late. This 1980 VW Beetle convertible falls into the latter category, seemingly one of the last cars produced and showing all the positive… more»
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Still In Its Crate: Brand New 1980 Honda CBX
The phrase, “new in the wrapper” is an overused idiom that is often pure hyperbole. In the case of this 1980 Honda CBX motorcycle, it appears to be 100% accurate. This six-cylinder motorcycle has never been removed from its… more»
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Beautiful, Cheap Survivor: 1987 Dodge Van
Having owned and driven Dodge vans for all of the 1980s and into the early-90s, this one really caught my eye. Thanks to Matt W. for sending in the tip for this great-looking 1987 Dodge Ram 150! This rust-free… more»
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Easy Being Green: 1969 Chevrolet Impala Custom
It’s amazing to think that gigantic, full-size cars from the Big 3 were once as common on the ground as today’s Camrys and Accords. Caprices and Impalas, LTDs, Furys, and more were the family sedans of the middle class…. more»
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Saved From The Crusher: 1926 314 Cadillac Coupe
This sad looking old Caddy listed on eBay in Livingston, New Jersey has been sitting since 1943. When it was parked, it was just an old used car. Gas was being rationed and big cars like this were often more valuable as… more»
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Under Cover Since 1991: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
It never ceases to amaze me to find out the kinds of cars that are just hidden away. Case in point, this one-owner, 37,655-mile ’67 Camaro emerging from 26 years of covered storage—conveniently for the seller, at a point… more»
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Twice A Barn Find: 1927 Studebaker Commander
This old Studebaker has an interesting history. The owner died and left the car to his sons who couldn’t decide who should get it. Without a solution as clever and wise as Solomon’s, neither won so they put their father’s… more»
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Vindicated By Time: 1934 DeSoto Airflow Sedan
At one time, Chrysler had a very strong reputation for engineering. Nearly all of that reputation was the result of Walter Chrysler hiring three very talented engineers, and trusting them with many of the decisions that quickly catapulted Chrysler… more»
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Flower Shop Truck: 1974 VW Thing
This 1974 VW Thing is just how a Thing should look: tired, weatherd paint, knobby tires and a vintage motif on the removable doors. Freshly-painted Things are a major turn-off for yours truly, as adventure vehicles and beach cruisers… more»
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Nicest One Left: 1990 Maserati 430
The coupe-bodied Biturbo is almost a running joke around here, but the rare sedan-bodied 430 strikes me as a handsome alternative to the era’s Mercedes and BMW saloons. This particular car appears to be part of a collection I’d… more»
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Original 1967 C-10: Restore For The Open Road!
Like you, I’ve been watching the skyrocketing costs of classic trucks in the past few years – both with joy, and with trepidation. On the one hand, it’s about darn time! On the other hand, it means another classification… more»
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Sexy Sedan: 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
So-called “four-door coupes” have been a fashionable trend over the last decade, typically characterized by a sleek roofline and frameless door glass, but if you ask me, for true more-door style it’s hard to beat a full-on pillarless hardtop… more»
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Quality Survivor: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1966 Corvette is not perfect, but considering its age I’d say it is doing pretty well! The ad states that this car has “Predominantly original paint and interior.” It is also described as an honest car, and based… more»
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Tuned Port Injection: Like-New 1987 Pontiac Trans Am GTA
Lately, it’s been raining survivors but this 1987 Pontiac Trans Am GTA might be one of the best. With only 3,360 actual miles, this car might as well be new. These are the types of finds that make you… more»
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Pampered: 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V
Look at that length! At just over 19 feet long this Continental isn’t a land yacht, but it certainly is a boat! These cars possess exceptional style for the era and this particular example embodies almost everything an American… more»
