I’m sure this car must have a tremendous back-story, like some of the other low-mileage AMC cars being found lately. I’m guessing this was someone’s “baby”, cossetted and hardly driven. There are now less than 11,000 miles on the… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Extra Legroom: 1958 BMW Isetta 600 Limo
Two of my favorite words in any eBay listing are “original” and “paint.” Given the age of the vehicles we typically profile, it’s understandable that many of these cars have had significant touch-ups or full repaints over time to… more»
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Hemi Survivor: 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T
I still remember the first time I saw a Hemi powered Challenger R/T. It was painted in Plum Crazy purple and made the earth around it shake. I couldn’t believe the roar that came from its exhaust, from sound… more»
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One of 947: 1976 TVR 2500M
For many of us, there is a car that we may have never owned yet occupies a fond place in our collection of favorite vehicles. For whatever reason, memories come flooding back every time we spot one. The original… more»
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C Code Survivor: 1965 Mustang Coupe
While the C code Mustang coupe might not be the most sought after of Pony cars, these base 289 cars are starting to gain in value. This black ’65 C Code coupe looks to be in fantastic shape and… more»
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Low Mileage Parts Hauler: 1960 Ford Ranchero
We’ve talked about the larger early Ford Rancheros recently on Barn Finds, but I have a soft spot for this smaller, Falcon-based version. In my favorite period Wimbledon White color, this would be the basis for my perfect shop… more»
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An Italian In Texas: 1971 Lamborghini Espada
We all have different dream finds, some of us dream of finding an early Corvette while others fantasize of finding a rare French oddball. There is one genre of finds that I think all car nuts can appreciate though… more»
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One Owner Ghia: 1978 Ford Mustang II Coupe
Given the recent discussion about Mustang II’s on Barn Finds, I thought this would be a perfect time to look at this controversial pony a little further. This almost pristine example of the most luxurious Ghia version is currently… more»
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America’s Answer: 1990 Ford Taurus SHO
The U.S. has an impressive track record building everything from family sedans to pick-up trucks, and of course, the best muscle cars money can buy. But when it came time to fight the super sedans from Europe, we didn’t… more»
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8K Mile 1972 Porsche 914
Just the other day Jesse and I were talking about a few of the cars we have had opportunities to buy over the years that we didn’t jump on. Some we are glad we passed on, but there are… more»
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L30 And M20: 1968 Camaro 327
For those of us outside the muscle and pony car world, the codes and designations used to denote the options and features a car might have can be a bit confusing and hard to follow. One thing I’ve learned… more»
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Supreme Sounds: 1986 Alfa Romeo GTV6
I suspect it is safe to say that for any of us who describe ourselves as brand aficionados, there’s always that one car or marque that temps us to leave our familiar and friendly automotive allegiances. Although I love… more»
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Woodie Coupe: 1950 Chrysler Newport T&C
When I think of woodies I instantly think of wagons, but there were a few non-wagon cars that combined wood and steel. This 1950 Chrysler Newport Town & Country is one of the best examples of a woodie that… more»
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Two Tone Longroof: 1970 Mercury Monterey Wagon
Anyone around my age (50) remembers trips in massive wagons. Although my family was one of the few that didn’t have one, I remember being in the rear of a Country Squire, Kingswood, and a Vista Cruiser, all owned… more»
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Econo Woodie: 1976 Chevy Vega Estate
We recently featured a very clean Pinto Estate that was received with a wide range of responses; some hated it while others loved it. At least one of our readers liked it, and the last I had heard one… more»
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Shelby’s GTI: 1985 Dodge Omni GLH
After Lee Iacocca asked Carroll Shelby to breathe some life into Chrysler’s bare-bones hatchback, the famed performance consultant created the Dodge Omni GLH (short form for “Goes Like Hell.”) When stacked against competitors like the GTI and the Civic… more»
