I’ve never seen one of these on this side of the ocean. Yes, it’s later than most cars we feature on Barn Finds, but with this Polo being so unusual in the USA and it being so well-preserved, we… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Made for the US: 1978 Ginetta G15 Super S
We’ve profiled these funky Lotus fighters in the past, but given their rarity, it doesn’t happen too often that these British lightweights grace our pages. This 1978 Ginetta G15 Super S can be found here on eBay is said… more»
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1978 AMC AMX: Pants Party
As someone who wasn’t around in the ’70s, I have to ask: what’s with the option to spec your interior in jean fabric? This 1978 AMC AMX here on eBay joins the other pants-equipped vehicle, the Jeans edition VW… more»
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1974 Chevrolet C20 Pickup: Municipal Treasure
I love finds like these. It’s not hard to get lost in thought thinking about some small town off the beaten path fire department that bought new vehicles once in a great while still using a classic like this… more»
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1974 Saab Sonett: New Car Smell
For years, I’ve been aware of a Saab Sonett – in a great shade of orange – languishing behind a house in East Providence, RI. I’ve never stopped in to ask about the Swedish coupe as the owner is rarely… more»
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Pictures Worth A Lot of Words: Datsun 510
I complain frequently about the number and quality of photos we see in classic car ads. Just because the car is covered in dust and dirty doesn’t mean clear pictures aren’t appreciated, especially when deciding to bid on a… more»
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1981 Camaro Z28: 17k Original Miles!
Showroom condition 1981 Camaro Z28? This is the last year of the second generation, and while not terribly collectable, this one deserves mention because it really does appear to have extremely low miles. 17,000 miles to be exact and… more»
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1986 Ford LTD 5.0: Grandma’s Sleeper
This 1986 Ford LTD 5.0 here on eBay for $2,990 is a little newer than we typically feature, but the combo of staid sedan and 5.0 V8 power seemed too good not to mention. The standard Ford LTD was… more»
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1973 GMC Sprint SP 454: The Other El Camino
When I came across this 1973 GMC Sprint here on eBay with a starting bid of $10,000, I had to check the calendar to make sure it wasn’t April 1st. No, I’m not talking about the price tag –… more»
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1956 Desoto Coupe: Hemi FireDome
Here’s your chance for a hemi from the ’50s for a reasonable price. In a world full on ’50s Chevys and Fords, this would stand out! And, unlike many Desotos, it’s actually a nice color, red and black instead… more»
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1952 Dodge Wayfarer: Defying The Odds
When you stop and think about how many cars have met their demise at the hands of rust, theft, negligence or accidents, it’s amazing to see vehicles from the ’40s and ’50s still on the road. Heck, I know… more»
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1960 Mercedes 190 Kombi: The People’s Carrier
There’s something about a car with an interesting geographical history that always makes me want it more. Take this 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190 Kombi here on eBay with bidding at $8,100 and the reserve unmet: it was ordered new by… more»
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1968 Cadillac: Let’s Go Land Yachting!
The Cadillacs of the 60’s were huge, elegant land yachts and this Cadillac is a fine example. There was no concern about how much gas it took to haul the beast around, and the floating feeling you get when… more»
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1968 Datsun 1600: Cleans Up Nice
I’m of the mindset that sticking with one brand of automobile from a project perspective has its advantages: you learn the market, the prices, and the people who have the stuff you want. It’s harder to make the same… more»
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1968 Intermeccanica Italia Coupe: Flamed Out
This 1968 Intermeccanica Italia listed here on eBay for the heady price of $44,950 may be rare, but in reality, it’s actually quite well done. An engine fire took this rare sports car off the road early in life, preventing… more»
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1953 Nash Rambler Deliveryman: Never Seen One
When this 1953 Nash Rambler Deliveryman popped up here on eBay with active bidding and the reserve unmet, I immediately began digging for more information on this funky variant. But there’s some deja vu at work here as well,… more»
