When the retro craze emerged during the 1990s, vehicles like the New Mini and New Beetle were warmly embraced, achieving considerable showroom success. However, the Plymouth Prowler failed to meet the company’s expectations, disappearing after only five model years…. more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Rare 371 Mile 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra R
We’re no strangers to Ford’s 1993 Mustang SVT Cobra at Barn Finds, having seen quite a few crossing our desks since the site’s inception. However, the ’93 SVT Cobra R is a different animal. I delved into our archives,… more»
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Commuter Or Collectible? 1991 Honda Prelude Si
Is this 1991 Prelude Si a collectible car or a used Honda? That’s the question a potential next owner must ask before he or she plunks down in excess of $15,000, which is the suggested opening bid and yet… more»
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23k Mile Six-Speed: 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
Less than $20,000 will put you in the driver’s seat of this 1993 Chevrolet Corvette, compete with the desirable 6-speed manual and just 23,181 miles. The asking price of $18,900 seems like a very fair deal, and the seller… more»
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Japanese and Finnish: 1990 Suzuki EPO PV50
Well, this little motorcycle isn’t exactly Finnish, but it was sold mainly in Finland, with a few being sold in Sweden. This Japanese market bike never made it to the U.S., and they’re rare to see here. This 1990… more»
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40k-Mile Survivor: 1974 Plymouth Valiant Brougham
With the Plymouth Valiant and Dodge Dart soon to be retired, the cars shared a common wheelbase from 1974 through 1976. For the Valiant, that meant an increase of three inches, and we assume the change was made for… more»
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One-Owner 5-Speed Survivor: 1995 Saturn SL2
I know manual transmissions aren’t for everyone, and newly minted drivers today most likely don’t know how to use a clutch and never will. This beautiful, Aquamarine 1995 Saturn SL2 is posted here on craigslist in Lynnwood, Washington (of… more»
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Brilliant Red Survivor: 1972 Yamaha 175 CT2 Trail
Looking brilliant in Brilliant Red, this nice-sized on/off-road bike is referred to as an “Enduro” by Yamaha, so I would think it’s safe to refer to this one as an Enduro. I guess we’ll find out in the comments… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1965 Rambler Ambassador 990-H
I miss the era when vehicle companies redesigned vehicles more often than they do today. I realize that it can be bad for those who like the latest styles and then have to keep paying for the latest and… more»
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One Family Owned: 1985 Toyota Supra P-Type
When a single family owns a car, I sometimes have a lingering doubt about the meaningfulness of that history. It can mean so many things, such as the heirs receiving a car and simply never registering it in their… more»
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45k Original Miles: 1959 Jaguar XK150 OTS
It is sometimes challenging to find the right words to describe a classic. Take this 1959 Jaguar XK150 OTS as a prime example. Its presentation is superb, and its mechanical specifications promise excellent performance. If I were to sum… more»
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36k Original Miles: 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
We’ve recently seen a few impressive low-mile classics cross our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo continues that trend. It looks nice, has the range-topping 350ci V8 under the hood, and has a genuine 36,000… more»
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Drives Like New: 1975 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
It may not possess quite the cachet of a Trans Am, but this 1975 Pontiac Firebird Esprit deserves a close look. Its overall condition is extremely tidy, and its engine bay houses a 350ci V8. With 60,000 original miles… more»
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Eight Times the Fun! 1991 Argo Magnum 8×8
Buying a vehicle online can be a daunting task. You want to make sure it’s the right vehicle from the right company, and certainly one being sold by the right person. This 1991 Argo Magnum 8×8 is one of… more»
BF Exclusive: 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 500
This 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 is an exceptionally tidy survivor that can still turn heads twenty-seven years after it left the showroom floor. The V8 under the hood delivers impressive performance, and its lack of exposure to snow and… more»
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1988 Mitsubishi Mighty Max SPX MacroCab 4×4
Mitsubishi literature invites you to “Take the high road, the low road, or no road at all with the 1988 SPX 4WD, the most versatile, most luxurious vehicle in Mitsubishi’s truck lineup.” With a regular cab or extended cab,… more»
