Being able to see the transformation of a car that you bought in neglected or poor condition is one of the most gratifying aspects of owning a barn find. Whether it’s the satisfaction that comes from getting a car… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Man Cave Find: 1973 Saab Sonett
While going to College in Wyoming I would make the 8 block journey from my small apartment to campus and each time I made the trip I would walk past a wonderful looking Saab Sonett. Each time I went… more»
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Land Yacht: 1973 Lincoln Continental
5,231 pounds! That’s a lot of 1970’s materials in one car! But if you wanted to cruise in style in a FoMoCo sedan at that time, you couldn’t do better than this. Complete with 1970’s color scheme, original wheel… more»
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Max Hoffman Special: 1974 BMW Bavaria
Like many European automotive manufacturers at the time, BMW worked with legendary auto importer Max Hoffman to sell models that would resonate with American buyers. Enter the Bavaria, a sedan that featured the best ingredients for a sports sedan,… more»
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Grace without Pace: 1984 Mercedes-Benz 190E
Full disclosure: the car you see above is one of my all-time favorite cars. I owned a 1991 Mercedes 190E with the 2.3 gas four-cylinder and an automatic. I used it to drive back and forth to school primarily,… more»
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Dust Included: 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190B
If you’re going to take on a classic car restoration with unknown provenance or history, it’s hard to go wrong with a vintage Mercedes-Benz. They are known for their durability as much as they are celebrated for their style… more»
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Patinaed Pickup: 1955 Studebaker E10
Growing up only a few hours from South Dakota and having family in the Black Hills area meant spending many a weekend in South Dakota. I still remember fondly driving around as a family looking at all the old… more»
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5 Mile Truck: 1964 Chevy C-10
Looking at this 1964 Chevy C-10 Pickup, you might think it is just another restored truck, but in reality this has only seen 5 miles since brand new. How could that be possible you might ask? You see this… more»
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Just a Name: 1983 Shelby Charger
How many of you have recently purchased a brand-new car for the sole purpose of mothballing it for future sale? None of you? I’m shocked. Perhaps it was a generational thing, as the lackluster performance cars of the ’80s… more»
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Orange Gold: 1978 Mini Midas
When I was little, my father used to bring me back 1/43 scale die-cast cars from his business travels. My favorite was a metallic burgundy Mini Marcos. What’s a Mini Marcos, you ask? First sold in 1965, the Mini… more»
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Yes, You Could Have a V8: 1980 Triumph TR8
Ok, I admit it, as a past owner of a TR8 (and hopefully someday a future owner as well), I’m partial to the last Triumph TR. The Harris Mann-penned design has worn well through the years, and this convertible… more»
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Thick Dust: 1965 Lincoln Continental Convertible
Barn finds are known for their dusty and dirty look, especially when they are first discovered. I’ve seen some seriously dusty cars over the years, but I think this 1965 Lincoln Continental Convertible takes the cake. The thick coating… more»
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Foxy Turbo: 1985 Ford Mustang SVO
These days, the name of the game in combining efficiency with performance is to introduce turbocharging into every platform possible, from Hyundais to high-performance models like the BMW M3. While better fuel mileage is always welcome, I always feel… more»
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Survivor or Restored: 1967 VW Beetle
Now that I’ve been here in Boise for a little while, I’ve notice this town has a plethora of classic cars, but one car is more common than any other. Prior to moving here, if you had asked me… more»
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British Fun in America: 1969 Ford Cortina
Looking at this old Ford, it is hard to see much potential. It is a terribly drab color and its styling is rather plan, but don’t let the looks fool you. This Ford has the potential to be a… more»
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Barn Swapping: 1975 Dodge Dart Swinger
I’m not sure who it was at Dodge who thought it would be smart to give the highest performance variant of the Dart the name Swinger, but I’m glad they did. To this day, every time I see a… more»
