The Centurion replaced the Wildcat in Buick’s full-size line-up in 1971. It was the sportier version, slotted between the LeSabre and Electra and was offered through 1973. This example from 1972 looks like a solid survivor and sports Buick’s… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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1960s Miniature Train Company G-12 Streamliner
A lot of cities and even small towns had a zoo or other attraction with a “Kiddieland” where kids of all ages could either ride the rides or dream about the good ol’ days when they were kids and… more»
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Rebuilt Powertrain: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
American manufacturers were playing for keeps during the glory days of the Trans Am Series. Adopting the “win on Sunday, sell on Monday” philosophy resulted in cars like the Mustang Boss 302 and the Camaro Z28. This Camaro rolled… more»
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Simply Stunning: 1957 Oldsmobile Golden Rocket 88 Holiday Coupe
Some classics are so stunning that they almost defy description. Such is the case with this 1957 Oldsmobile Golden Rocket 88 Holiday Coupe. From its mirror-like paint to the rebuilt drivetrain, there is a lot to like about this… more»
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Drive it Home: 1979 Ford Bronco
Fly in and drive it home. That line can make almost any classic look tempting, particularly if the buyer is seeking a turnkey proposition that will provide immediate motoring pleasure. That is the option available with this 1979 Ford… more»
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1-of-2? 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1
It is sometimes easy to prove the rarity of a classic, especially when resources like a Marti Report provide documentation. The seller claims that this 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1 is 1-of-2 built to these specifications, and the claim… more»
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1939 Plymouth Model DLH 10-Ton Switcher
We’ve seen nine 1939 Plymouth cars here at Barn Finds, as in Chrysler Corp 1939 Plymouths. This 1939 Plymouth Model DLH 10-Ton Switcher is from another mother: Plymouth Locomotive Works. You can find it listed here on Facebook Marketplace… more»
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Bargain Bullet Bird? 1962 Ford Thunderbird
The 1961-63 era of Ford Thunderbirds are often referred to as “bullet birds” because of their futuristic styling. Though they didn’t sell quite as well as the generations right before and after, they may be more popular with collectors… more»
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17,500 Miles From New! 1995 Porsche 911 Cabrio
There was a time when Porsche 911s in convertible forms were not the most desirable cars. In fact, if it was a soft top or a targa top, you could count on buying it at a substantial discount, regardless… more»
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51k-Mile Survivor: 1976 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Colonnade styling was still going strong at GM in the mid-seventies, with the Chevrolet Monte Carlo being one of those cars which featured distinctive lines and a beautiful outside appearance all the way around. By 1976, the second-generation days… more»
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1993 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Indy Pace Car With 16 Genuine Miles!
We’ve seen some wonderful classics with low odometer readings over the years at Barn Finds, but this 1993 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Indy Pace Car Edition stands out from the crowd. You don’t need to be a rocket scientist to… more»
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20K Original Miles: 1998 Mercury Sable LS
This is a wonderful reminder of how you sometimes ask for something – get it – and then decide you like the other thing better. The third-generation Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable were a primary example of this, as… more»
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Dealer Installed Options: 1985 Cadillac Seville
One’s tastes are subject to the impressions they leave on others and are heavily tied to the time they are displayed. Take for example, this 1985 Cadillac Seville for sale on Craigslist in Freehold, New Jersey. While a bit… more»
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Final Year Survivor: 1996 Buick Roadmaster Estate
With no evidence that local manufacturers plan to introduce a full-sized Station Wagon into their model range, it falls upon classics like this 1996 Buick Roadmaster Estate to bridge the gap. As compromises go, it isn’t a bad one…. more»
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Power & Light Truck: 1966 Dodge W300 4×4 Utiline
We’ve seen some great pickups here on Barn Finds over the years and this one ranks toward the top for me. A 1966 Dodge W300 Utiline one-ton 4×4 that’s rock solid, with a V8 and four-speed manual? Yes, please…. more»
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Clean As A Whistle: 1976 Porsche 912E
I’ve covered Porsche 912s here on BF before, but they’ve always been the first-gen (’65-’69) variety. Today, for your review, I have a very sharp-looking second-gen 1976 912E to consider. If looks could kill, this baby has them, but… more»
