There always seems to be a sweet spot for wagons with many car enthusiasts. This 1967 Ford Country Squire is not only groovy, with its beautiful blue paint, and wood applique appearance, but it is also a low mileage one… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Gas Rationed: 1936 Ford Fordor Model 68 standard
Finding World War II specific items is always an interesting and fascinating thrill. This ’36 Ford still faintly wears a letter “A” on its windscreen from fuel rationing during this time. Thankfully having survived so well throughout time, this… more»
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Saved By The Clutch: 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia SS
This Alfa listed on eBay has been sitting since a clutch failure in 1972 but apparently not in this field. It’s apparently rust free and has only about 38,000 miles. The styling by Bertone may not appeal to everyone, but it… more»
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One of One! 1973 Ford Maverick
I have a confession to make: I can sometimes be a cheerleader for my project cars simply because it sports a rare option or two. It’s easy to get excited by the small things when thousands of other enthusiasts… more»
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Clamshell Tailgate: 1970 GMC Suburban
Original paint can be a blessing and a curse. In some cases, it’s simply too rough to ever look good, no matter how much buffing you do. Other times, it’s weathered just to the point of being acceptable, with… more»
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Dealer’s Private Stock: 1985 Toyota MR2
Among the more unusual cars that I see frequently in the boneyard are first-generation Toyota MR2s. They’re usually quite rusty but not heavily damaged; it makes me think that most of these unique two-seaters live happy lives with their… more»
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Why, Oh Why? 1972 BMW 2002 Tii
Occasionally, a rare car pops up on Copart for auction that is worth a closer look. This 1972 BMW 2002 Tii is one example of such an oddity. Tii’s were unique – factory fuel injection made for an engine that… more»
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Two Tone Original: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
The dry and solid southwest finds are always a treat, just like this 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. Found in Texas about 10 years back, this Chevy was moved to the Chicago area where it has been stored in a… more»
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Estate Sale Survivor: 1986 Alfa Romeo GTV6
When car enthusiasts pass on to the big highway in the sky, what happens to their cars? In some cases, families retain them if the gearhead gene is strong; in other instances, due to lack of interest or needing… more»
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Yellow And Mellow: 1970 Mustang Convertible
This 1970 Mustang convertible looks remarkably subdued considering it left the factory during the same time the factory offered Grabber Blue, Grabber Orange, Grabber Green, and Anti Establish Mint. As a matter of fact, according to this color chart,… more»
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Sitting 30 Years: 1957 Thunderbird Garage Find
This is an “as found” picture of this 1957 Ford Thunderbird, which was recently purchased from its original owner in Southern California. The car is now located in Los Angeles and is listed for sale here on craigslist. The… more»
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Heated Storage Find: 1966 Maserati Mistral
Imagine owning a celebrated sports car for just under ten years and then parking it for the next few decades due to an issue with the fuel injection. Seems crazy, right? Well, crazy or not, that’s the story behind… more»
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Like a Good Pair of Levi’s: ’86 CJ7 Renegade
No one will disagree that old Jeeps are heaps of fun, but because of the high percentage of owners who use them for off-road exploits, very few remain in good condition. Plus, because of their all-weather friendliness, rust is… more»
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Out Of This World: 1968 Mazda Cosmo
My very first car was a Mazda RX-7 and ever since, I’ve had the rotary itch. It got so bad that as a teenager I actually went to the school library and checked out the one book they had… more»
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Survivor Or Restored: 1965 Corvair Monza 110
Here’s yet another car claimed to have very low mileage, a little over 15,000 miles in this case. This Corvair is listed on Craigslist in Benson, North Carolina for $9,000 or best offer. It certainly looks nice, but it is… more»
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About That Dog: 1940 GMC Fire Engine
Here’s yet another fire truck, but this one shows some promise of finding a new life. It’s listed on eBay and priced reasonably at $9,900 or best offer. It’s not too big and it’s shiny and red (at least… more»
