This Camaro may not look like much at first, but when you review the facts it becomes clear that this would be a special car to own. 1992 was the final year for the third generation Camaros, and according… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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3,692 Mile 1969 Dodge Daytona Survivor!
When I first spotted this Dodge here on eBay, I thought it was a Daytona clone, but then I took a closer look and discovered that it’s a genuine Winged Warrior! The seller claims that it has been verified… more»
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Drop Top Blues: 1964 Plymouth Valiant V200 Convertible
Convertible weather is about done for the year so perhaps this is the time to look for a deal on your favorite droptop. If the black Dart convertible I wrote about recently wasn’t your style, how about this baby blue… more»
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Running And Driving: 1953 Jaguar XK120 FHD
I’ve accepted the fact that I won’t ever be able to afford an XK120, but you can’t blame me for dreaming! To this day, I remember the first time I saw an XK120 as a kid. It was a… more»
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Undeserved Reputation: 1978 Lancia Beta Coupe
The seller of this 1978 coupe asserts that “Lancia Betas are the true sleepers for collectors—as all Lancisti know.” That may be a charitable view; many fans of the imperiled Italian marque also look down on the Beta as… more»
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Black Plate 1961 Porsche 356 Super 1600!
I recently had a reader ask why California Black Plates are so popular with collectors and why it’s so special. Well, that’s a good question! Besides looking so much cooler than modern license plates, they proved an easy way… more»
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Hardtop Canary: 1955 Buick Super Riviera
Mid 1950’s Buick’s are a dream when configured as a two door hardtop like this example, and the vibrant color scheme on this car is a pleasant surprise. Discovered in Tennessee as a “true barn find” but later transported… more»
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One Owner Since ’84: 1983 Ford EXP
Ever find a car that reminds you of a Hot Wheels you once owned? Right down the color? Sure, you’d likely say, but rarely does the car in question look as nice as that die cast you cherished. Well,… more»
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Lady In Black: 1965 Dodge Dart GT Convertible
I’m not usually a fan of black cars but isn’t this Dart listed on eBay a beauty? This droptop Dodge started out gold but has been black for 30 years. It’s very original otherwise and despite living in Prior Lake, Minnesota… more»
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One-Owner Splitty: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette
If you missed out on the Hawaiian Split-Window we featured earlier, then here’s your second chance! This ’63 is claimed to be a one-owner car that has been parked in a garage for the past 10 years with the… more»
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Banana With No Spots: 1969 Mercury Montego MX
I am not sure why we are seeing so many nice cars lately. Perhaps winter is coming, and a number of people are selling so they can purchase a new project to keep them in the garage and away… more»
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Original Or Restored? 1931 Ford Victoria Coupe
I love Ford’s Model A and am ever so pleased to see that Jeff Bennett also likes them in his recent write-up here on Barn Finds. They are inexpensive to purchase, cheap, easy to work on and fun to drive…. more»
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The BIG Pink! 1958 Lincoln Premiere Two Door
There’s no real description provided for this Lincoln listed on eBay, but perhaps there’s not much to say except it’s huge and pink or “Autumn Rose” as Lincoln named it. It’s 4,800 pounds of pink stretching over 19 feet, the… more»
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Locked in Uncle’s Garage: 1984 Mercedes 500SEC
Over the years, stories of relatives with significant vehicles locked away and out of the hands of more caring relatives have lingered across the enthusiast sphere. This 1984 Mercedes-Benz 500SEC is a genuine Euro-market car with all of the… more»
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Droptop Survivor: 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible
The 1976 Cadillac was supposed to be the last American convertible. They were thought to be an instant classic so some were put away as an investment. Cadillac couldn’t keep up with the demand and managed to build 14,000. Unfortunately for… more»
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No Reserve Donation: 1980 Datsun 280ZX
Donated vehicles remain a source of fascination for me, mainly because I cannot get over how many seemingly decent cars end up being given away. I suspect in most cases this phenomenon is due to disinterested heirs, but it… more»
