Some cars simply live a privileged life, never enduring the embarrassment of neglect and poor modification decisions. This 1979 VW Rabbit Diesel here on eBay is such an example, having been stored since 1983 with only 15,000 miles on it before… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
It’s T-Time Again! 1927 Ford Model T
Here’s another fine car from the “Can’t Build It For That” department here at Barn Finds. This T-Model Ford is offered up for sale here on craigslist in St. Louis, Missouri. The asking price is $11,000.
The Whale: 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix Aerocoupe
Nicknames can be a cruel thing, as this 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix Aerocoupe here on craigslist can attest. It was known as “The Whale” in some circles of NASCAR racing due to the fattened appearance of the rear end designed to… more»
Never Left Nevada: 1970 Dodge Challenger
Here’s a listing that appears ready for lift-off: a 1970 Dodge Challenger here on eBay that lived with its original owner up until just recently. A completely stock 3-speed manual transmission example with only 35,000 original miles, this is the… more»
Tough L’il Truck: 1998 Daihatsu HiJet 4×4
I know, it’s small; smaller than small, if not even smaller than that. But, if these trucks are tough enough for Texans and Coloradans, they’re tough enough for me. This 1998 Daihatsu HiJet 4×4 mini truck is for sale at… more»
One Tough Kitty: Bobcat Skid Steer Loader
Do you have a big yard project coming up? Or, have you always just wanted to own a Bobcat? Either way, here is a Bobcat with trailer in Coatesville, Indiana listed here on craigslist. The asking price is $6,000,… more»
Former Garage Find: 1983 Mercedes 240D
It’s amazing what a little elbow grease can do. According to the seller of this 1983 Mercedes 240D here on eBay, it was formerly stored for close to two decades in a St. Louis garage without moving. Now, it’s a… more»
Gentleman’s Mustang: 1987 Mercury Cougar
This 1987 Mercury Cougar 20th Anniversary Edition here on eBay has only 2,700 original miles and it’s already got a bid at $7,000. After seeing one of these in excellent condition at a you-pull-it this weekend, I’ve become a bit enamored… more»
Inconspicuous Commuter: 1990 Toyota Corolla
This isn’t an exciting car or a fancy car or a fast car. But, if a person is looking for a commuter car with great reliability and one that you didn’t have to worry about dings and dents on,… more»
Sub 20K Miles: 1983 Chevy Cavalier
It’s amazing to see cars that just a few years ago were nobody’s definition of valuable suddenly have more than one active bidder on an online auction site. This 1983 Chevy Cavalier wagon here on eBay has under 20,000 original miles… more»
Time Capsule: 1972 Ford LTD Survivor
Ok, folks, the ad for this 1972 Ford LTD has me convinced that it really is a true survivor with only 11,457 miles. Take a look at this ad here on craigslist and see if you agree. This pristine… more»
Gold Coast Gem: 1979 Triumph TR7
Thanks to Barn Finds reader Peter R, who found this fantastic looking 1979 Triumph TR7 Convertible here on Craigslist in Port Saint Lucie, Florida. What an eye-catcher this little sun-catcher is; a gorgeous Gold Coast cruiser! The seller is asking… more»
Dealer Options: 1981 Honda Accord
I can still remember my parents buying a 1987 Honda Accord, brand new from the dealer, in 1986. They remain to this day extremely conservative financially, and opted for few of the features the salesman was trying to get… more»
High Style: Lincoln Continental Pucci Edition
You’d be forgiven if you find it difficult to keep track of the various special editions Lincoln rolled out in association with famous fashion designers. From Bill Blass to Cartier, all the big names in style seemingly graced a… more»
40,000 Miles: 1985 GMC Sierra
By this point, most GMC Sierras have lived a hard life, even if they’re less than 10 years old. That’s the penalty for being a solid, reliable workhorse: copious amounts of hard use! Somehow, this 1985 2WD example here on… more»
















