Here’s another Iowa beauty: this is a 1982 Volkswagen Jetta two-door sedan and it’s a diesel! It’s in the city made famous by the movie, Music Man – Mason City, Iowa. It’s on Craigslist for a coo-coo nutty low price… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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$5,000 Black Beauty! 1975 Chrysler Cordoba
This drop-dead gorgeous creature is a 1975 Chrysler Cordoba and it only has 55,000 original miles on it! It’s in Ankeny, Iowa, where I am right now, and is on Craigslist for $5,000.
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French By Way Of Argentina: Citroen 3CV
I’ll bet some of you have already started on your responses to my “typo” in the title. Actually, it’s correct! Versions of the famed Citroen 2CV that were manufactured in Argentina were called the 3CV–you can look at this… more»
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Classy Survivor: 1965 Buick Riviera
I sure love the style of this Buick Riviera! It’s claimed to be a one owner survivor that’s all original. If it is, it’s in amazing condition. The paint looks fantastic, the interior is beautiful and the engine bay… more»
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All Original: 1964 Airstream Bambi II
There is just something awesome about Airstream campers! Maybe it’s the shiny aluminum body or the neat interiors? I don’t, it could just be what they represent, the promise of adventure as you hit the open road with your… more»
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Biodiesel Equipped! 1984 Ford Tempo Survivor
Believe it or not, there’s a community of car enthusiasts who enjoy seeing unusual survivor-grade examples that were historically unloved still being used as reliable dailies. It’s almost like a four-wheeled salute of the middle-fingered variety to pundits and… more»
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Sparkey, the SEMA ‘Stang! 1965 Ford Mustang EV
Here’s a different one, a 1965 Ford Mustang EV! Yep, you read that right. This battery-powered fastback is in Simi Valley, California and it on eBay with a.. cough.. current bid price of $4,550 and there is no reserve! But,… more»
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Teach Your Kids To Ride! 1969 Indian M5A Italjet
This tiny wonder is a 1969 Indian M5A Italjet and it’s on eBay with an unmet opening bid of $1,500! This bike is in Spearfish, South Dakota, a stone’s throw away from Sturgis, so, there ya go. There is less… more»
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First Year Survivor: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado
The first year Toronado is truly a sight to gaze upon. The styling, its immense size, and the front wheel drive configuration are all fascinating. This Toronado is a nice survivor having been given attention off and on throughout… more»
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Fresh Plum Humpster: 1973 AMC Javelin
This Fresh Plum-colored 1973 AMC Javelin is in the biggest little city in the world: Reno, Nevada. It’s on Craigslist with an asking price of $7,500. This Javelin was garaged for the last twenty years and it does look… more»
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Sweet Survivor: 1978 Chevrolet El Camino
What a clean car/truck this is! With original paint and interior both in tip-top shape, this is a real rarity. It’s located in Bedford, Pennsylvania and is listed for sale here on eBay. Bidding is beginning at only $200… more»
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Beautiful Survivor: 1965 Cadillac Calais
The Calais was the no frills version of the De Ville. Many options standard on the De Ville, like power windows, were extra cost options on the Calais and several, like metallic paint, were not available. This Calais is being sold… more»
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36,850 Miles! Much-Loved 1962 Mercury Monterey
What a stunning car! This two owner 1962 Mercury Monterey has obviously been loved it’s entire life. It’s located in Morris County, New Jersey and is listed here on eBay. Bidding is currently at $5,200 and isn’t yet up to… more»
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Stored 30 Years: 1960 Porsche 356B Super
After hibernating for 30 years, this Porsche 356B is ready to stretch its legs yet again. A two owner car and relatively clean, we are intrigued by this 356. It almost looks as if you could clean this one… more»
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11,523 Miles: 1952 Chevrolet Styleline
You read the title correctly, this 1952 Chevrolet Styleline has only covered 11,523 miles since it left the factory! That’s just 180 miles per year! The condition is absolutely remarkable, and we would love to know that back story… more»
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Cleaned Up Nicely: 1974 Pontiac Trans Am 455
I think one of the most rewarding experiences you can have as a barn hunter is washing a find off and discovering that it’s in amazing condition! Reader Tony M discovered that his neighbor had a Trans Am stashed… more»
