Try as I might, I just cannot understand the clear coating phenomenon. While I am of the opinion that saving any collectible car or truck and getting it back on the road is a noble and worthwhile undertaking, there… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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A Little Elbow Grease: 1953 Kaiser Manhattan
Although appearing like a derelict field find, this Kaiser Manhattan is a solid condition driver with a lot of recent maintenance. Complete and a great start to an affordable project, this classic two door could easily be polished up… more»
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K Is For Kool: 1964 Chrysler 300 K
The “Letter” series Mopars are legendary for their power and luxury, and they aren’t nearly as common as they should be. This Letter “K” is a solid car that appears very original, with only a few snags that keep… more»
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One of One: Japan-Found Ferrari Daytona Alloy
When it comes to barn finds, we don’t necessarily think of Japan as a source of untouched exotics or rotting classics. However, an exceedingly rare 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Berlinetta Alloy has been discovered there, quite literally a… more»
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1,832 Miles: 1982 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
When did odometers acquire a sixth digit (seventh if you count tenths)? I googled this question, but found no conclusive answer; it seems to have varied greatly by manufacturer, and I didn’t see any evidence that it was actually… more»
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Slightly Weathered Classic: 1955 Buick Century
Arguably one of the best looking cars to have emerged from the 1950’s, the Buick Century is a stylish and sleek machine with Nailhead power. Looking like a survivor, this Buick shows signs of age, but is a very… more»
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1990 Honda CRX SI: A Well-Kept Modern Classic
Now I know what you’re thinking: since when is a Honda classic? Since recently! Though in the scheme of things, this 1990 CRX is relatively new, it is still nearly 28 years old. We have featured 11 different CRXs… more»
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BF AUCTION: 1989 Porsche 944
There was a time when we wouldn’t have ever considering buying a front engined Porsche, but now that even 914s are fetching decent money, 924s and 944s are seeming like the most affordable way into the Porsche Club. That… more»
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Extinct Beast: 1987 Dodge Ramcharger
This here’s a true dinosaur, a two-door, body on frame, truck-based SUV. This is the type of truck that arguably put the “sport” in sport utility vehicle, conceived as a strictly utilitarian workhorse just barely more refined than the… more»
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Flared Fox-Body: 1982 Ford Mustang GT IMSA
Though I usually prefer GM’s F-bodies and Mopar’s E-bodies, I do have a soft spot for Fox-body pony cars. Usually I look more at the 1987 to 1993 Fox-body Mustangs, but more recently the 1979 to 1986 Mustangs have… more»
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Slant Six Survivor: 1970 Dodge Challenger
As a lover of all things MoPar, all I can say is wow! At first glance this may look like your average 1970 Challenger, and in 1970 it was. By today’s standards, this Challenger is something of an anomaly…. more»
BF AUCTION: 1963 Chrysler 300 Pace Setter Convertible
Chrysler has built some incredible cars over the years, and while their muscle cars of the mid to late ’60 are fun, the 300 series of the late ’50s and early ’60s are some of the best looking cars… more»
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Manual Equipped G-Body: 1980 Chevrolet Malibu Wagon
After deciding that my brother’s 1979 El Camino was too rusty to save, my dad and brother set out to find a replacement car to build up as a hot rod. While perusing through local junkyards in upper Bucks… more»
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All Original: 1947 Dodge Business Coupe
If truly “all original” as described, this 1947 Dodge Business Coupe may have spent more time in a plastic bubble than any kind of barn. Offered here on craigslist in Denver, Colorado, it can be yours for $12,000. The Business… more»
Brand New 1979 Ford F-250
This truck looks mint, and that’s because it is! This 1979 Ford F-250 was purchased brand new in Missouri in 1979, driven to Illinois, parked in a garage, and there it sat until recently with 188 original miles on… more»
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5,207 Miles from New: 1985 Renault Alliance
Barring the God-awful pictures, this Renault Alliance is claimed to be an extremely low-mileage survivor with a scant 5,207 miles on the clock. Supposedly used by the classic little ‘ol lady, the Alliance is in mostly sound condition aside… more»
