What is there not to love about a 76 year old car that is in original condition? Sure the paint isn’t going to be perfect, the interior may be a little tatty, and the chrome may not be as… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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One Owner L71: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
One owner cars are fantastic, they often are in good condition, and have a bright and vibrant past that often comes with the car. But we all dream about finding that one really rare car that has only had… more»
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Upper Crust: 1975 Ford Elite
These days, we feel pretty smart as consumers, don’t we? With endless access to online reviews and YouTube celebrities reviewing cars, it’s not the same dog and pony show. But in the 70s, you could put a different badge… more»
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Loaded Survivor: 18K Mile 1986 Mazda B2000
Finding a work truck in good condition is rare; finding a work truck that has less than 20,000 original miles and been treated more like a Sunday driver than a hauler is rarer still. Of course, if you really… more»
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Stored for 38 Years: 1962 Chevrolet Corvair Monza
Being a 1962 model myself, I’ve always like cars from that year. This is a 1962 Chevrolet Corvair Monza and it’s located in Dixon, Illinois, about two hours west of Chicago. It’s on Craigslist for $3,300. A two-door, Tuxedo… more»
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Luxury Liner: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Berlinetta
This medium-green 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Berlinetta is in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. It’s posted on Craigslist for $7,995 – a heck of a deal, as they say in Minnesota, or was that Fargo.. (disclaimer, I live in Minnesota and I say… more»
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Original or Repainted? 1969 Dodge Dart Swinger 340
Thanks to Tristan C. for sending this tip in! This is a 1969 Dodge Dart Swinger 340 and it’s listed on Hemmings for $16,000, but that’s “negotiable”. It’s located in beautiful Monument, Colorado, a little over an hour south of… more»
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Another Stunning Chevelle SS 454 Survivor
When this Chevelle was built, it was extremely well optioned. It came with the SS 454 package, performance suspension, power steering, tilt steering wheel, Positraction rear end, the ZL2 cowl induction hood and the vinyl top! The seller claims… more»
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Running Survivor: 1965 Corvette
I love the looks of this Corvette Stingray! It isn’t a split window coupe, but I like being able to remove the roof and get some fresh air. The original paint has a great patina too it and looks… more»
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Suicide Cruiser: 1967 Lincoln Continental
Who doesn’t love a Lincoln Continental? They are large, iconic, and are the ultimate cruiser! This clean original example has covered less than 62,000 miles and has spent its life indoors. The seller has also invested a great deal… more»
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Indy Film Past: 1977 Plymouth Road Runner
I’ve always found that cars tied to movie production to be of somewhat dubious value. There are some exceptions: vehicles used in Bond films, or the original Beetles modified for Disney’s Herbie franchise. But some of the other attempts by sellers… more»
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$2,950 Diesel! 1982 Chevrolet LUV Diesel Pickup
This great-looking 1982 Chevrolet LUV Diesel Pickup is on Craigslist for a very reasonable price of $2,950! It’s located in the beautiful capital city of Oregon – Salem. This is one nice little truck!
Barn Finds: AACA Car Show in New Bern, NC.
I found myself in a quaint little southern town called New Bern, North Carolina for the Antique Automobile Club of America’s Southeastern Fall meet. New Bern was a fantastic setting for this event, giving a grand background for all… more»
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Kenosha Kruiser: 1967 AMC Ambassador Wagon
I stopped counting when I got to the 12th different shade of brown on this car! (I’ll bet there are more) But since brown and green cars always seem to survive, it doesn’t surprise me that this 84,000 original… more»
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Great Expectations: Cadillac Eldorado with 14K Miles
As was often in the case in the 1980s, collectors squirreled away cars thought to be the next great “find” given the history of the models that came before it. So, in theory, if a genuine Boss 351 Mustang… more»
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Finned 4 Door: 1960 Plymouth Savoy
In the late ’50s and early ’60s, fins were the thing to have, well at least for big highway cruisers. The Plymouth Savoy not only has fins, it has some big and odd looking ones, but that’s what makes them… more»
