We have discussed the concept of patina before on Barn Finds. Nowadays, patina is basically a word used to describe a rusty wreck, a clear coated rusty wreck, or a car that is in fair condition, but the seller… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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All the Comforts: 1974 GMC Eleganza
These GMC Eleganza motorhomes have been popping up with some regularity on various social media feeds, and examples like this 1974 model provide compelling evidence as to why a life on the road may be one worth having. Featuring… more»
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Mini Wagoneer: 1992 Jeep Cherokee Briarwood
Old Jeeps are hot stuff these days. The mack-daddy Grand Wagoneers of the ’70s and ’80s are quickly entering the pricing stratosphere, so it seems logical that the XJ Cherokee, built from 1984 to 2001 and considered the progenitor… more»
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Almost Better Than Walking: 1988 Yugo GV
Before you sits one of the most historical automobiles mankind has ever created. Seriously. The Yugo was an attempt by communist Yugoslavia to dazzle the American market with their prized knock off of the very forgettable Fiat 127. While… more»
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Retired Workhorse: Well-Preserved 1962 Ford Econoline
Cars that have been well-preserved and are in good, unrestored condition are a neat thing all of their own. That being said, preserved work vehicles are something else. Most work trucks and vans saw abuse on a regular basis,… more»
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America’s Outback: 1984 AMC Eagle
Recently, I read an article from Road and Track about how much people love the 1994-2003 Subaru Outback as an every-day all-season car. In the article, the author talks to a multi-millionaire whose daily driver was a rusty Outback…. more»
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Plain Pony: Low-Optioned 1970 Mustang
Most Mustangs have been done up with a nice, powerful V8 engine, aftermarket wheels, and a flashy paint job. We all know the drill. For many younger enthusiasts, and perhaps older enthusiasts as well, it can be hard to… more»
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Black Car Bargain: 1962 Cadillac Fleetwood 75
In case you’ve been looking for your entrée into the so-called “gig economy,” I am pleased to bring to your attention the ultimate “black car”: this 1962 Cadillac Fleetwood 75 limousine! Offered on craigslist in San Francisco for a… more»
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Clean Third Gen Coupe: 1983 Mazda 626
The early Mazda 626 is largely obsolete, with any remaining examples of the company’s long-time nameplate comprised of last-generation sedans. The 626 took on multiple identities throughout the global markets in which it was sold, with survivor-grade coupes like… more»
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Doesn’t Have To Be An SS: 1970 Chevrolet El Camino
It’s an old but trenchant joke that there are more ’57 Chevys now than there were in 1957, and the same could probably be said of most popular muscle cars. The one that bugs me the most might be… more»
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One Owner! 1979 Lincoln Continental Town Car
Feel like a road trip? You’ll have to visit British Columbia to buy this 1979 Lincoln Continental Town Car listed here on craigslist in Vancouver, British Columbia. Upon arrival in the City of Glass, you’ll shake hands with the original… more»
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Four Door Survivor: 1973 Ford LTD
Every type of car has its niche, and enormous ’70s American sedans are no exception. Big, squishy American luxury sedans make for some of the best cruising vehicles if you’re looking to go out with a group of your… more»
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Lean and Clean: 1979 Mazda RX-7
Most people know that Mazda didn’t invent the rotary engine, and most people know that they weren’t the first company to put them in a production vehicle. But, most of us automatically connect those two dots whenever anyone says… more»
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Return on Investment: 1988 Toyota MR2
In the eighties and nineties, affordable sports cars were being produced by most manufacturers. Cars such as the Scirocco, Fiero, Capri convertible, EXP, MR2, CRX, and the Miata were all products of this time period. While many of them… more»
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Seventy Seven And Original: 1940 Chrysler Royal 4 Door
Cars were evolving rapidly as improvements were invented and developed. Often, cars were not only restyled every year or two, they were often completely redesigned. Although the Royal was Chrysler’s entry level car, it was completely redesigned about every 2 years…. more»
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Short Commute: 27K Mile ’82 Datsun Pickup
This Datsun 720 pickup is a low-mileage survivor with under 30,000 original miles. Said to have resided in the care of a longtime owner with a short commute, the 720 is a bare-bones rear wheel drive model with a… more»
