Back in April of 2016, David F. did a great job writing up a 1956 two tone Studebaker President from California, these colors and wide white wall tires, just like this one. I *think* it’s the same car–take a… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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One Repaint, All Stock: 1967 Chevy Camaro
“Unaltered” is a word used somewhat freely anymore, especially as it pertains to survivor cars. Sometimes it’s true, but most of the time, it tends to be exaggeration. In the case of this very clean and very stock 1967… more»
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Utility Man: 1953 Dodge B4-B Pickup
Are you looking for a unique truck for your service business? If so, check out this 1953 Dodge B4-B with a Powers Service-Master utility box on the back! This green beauty is listed on Hemmings with a negotiable asking… more»
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Rare Ghia Trim Survivor: 1976 Mercury Capri II
Ah, the lovely Mercury Capri. These Euro-inspired models are a rarity on these shores anymore, with many of them falling victim to the tin worm or just fading off into obscurity. It’s rare to find any roadgoing example, especially… more»
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Steel Wheels: 1936 Farmall F-12
For the Barn Finds farmers and farm tractor collectors, here’s a 1936 McCormick-Deering Farmall F-12. This good looking tri-wheeler is listed on Hemmings with an asking price of just $2,500! Seemingly a heck of a deal, especially if you’re… more»
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1 of 122: 1983 Chrysler Imperial
In the world of automotive color combinations, black with red is one the sharpest there is, in my humble opinion. From BMWs to Mazdas, Fords to Mopars, black on red is one of the more eye-catching combos out there…. more»
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Supercharged: 1963 Studebaker GT Hawk R2
This is a “Jet Thrust” Gran Turismo with a supercharged R2 289 hp engine and a 4 speed transmission. Studebaker took its V-8 and added big-chamber low-compression truck cylinder heads and a Paxton SN-60 centrifugal supercharger giving the engine… more»
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Valiant Effort: 1962 Plymouth Valiant Signet 200
Speaking of Plymouths, here’s a 1962 Plymouth Valiant Signet 200. The Signet 200 was the top of the line for the Valiant in 1962 and if you like unusual body shapes (in cars, I mean), you probably like this… more»
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Corny: 1972 International 1110 Pickup
Are there any corn binder fans out there? This 1972 International Harvester 1110 Pickup is posted on Craigslist with an asking price of $2,999. It’s in the western suburbs of Minneapolis, Minnesota, not too far from where they actually… more»
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From XR7s to COEs: Dallas Car Collection
Barn Finds reader Pat L. spotted a terrific find on craigslist, where a seller (more like a dealer, it seems) has a variety of project cars ranging from complete to needy up for grabs. The diversity of the vehicles is… more»
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Barn ‘Cuda: 1966 Plymouth Barracuda
Here’s a 1966 Plymouth Barracuda, shown in a zoomed-in photo when the seller took it to a car show in the Phoenix, Arizona area where they live. They have this red fastback on Craigslist with an asking price of… more»
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Ferrari Engined: 1968 Fiat Dino Coupe
It’s a well known fact that the Fiat Dino coupe and convertible were produced so that Ferrari could produce enough V6 engines that the power plant could be homologated for racing. Thankfully, the engineers and designers didn’t settle for… more»
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40K Miles? 1971 Chevrolet El Camino Survivor
Although this is a really nice vehicle, I’m struggling with the 40,000 mile claim. We’ll discuss why below. This is a neat-looking 1971 Chevrolet El Camino, and for once no one has tarted it up as an SS, or… more»
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240Z Cousin: 1978 Datsun 810 Wagon
Brown was sure a popular color in the 1970s, why was that? This brown 1978 Datsun 810 Wagon is as brown as brown can be. I’m surprised that the wheels aren’t brown. It can be found on Craigslist with… more»
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Go-For-Digger! 1971 Jeep CJ-5 Backhoe
If a person were, say, a huge fan of Jeeps and also a huge fan of highly unusual options at the same time, this could be one for you. This is a hen’s-teeth-rare 1971 Jeep CJ-5 Go-For-Digger, Jeep’s foray… more»
Success Story: 1941 Chrysler Royal
From Wayne – I purchased the 1941 Chrysler Royal posted on Barn Finds on December 13, 2016. I called the seller and after confirming that Scott hadn’t contacted him yet, I spoke extensively with him about the car. I… more»
