There’s a price that many enthusiasts are willing to pay for originality that transcends logic. In the case of the Porsche 912, this is a model that was at one time the cheapest air-cooled model you could buy, with… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Recently Revived: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
This 1976 Pontiac Trans Am recently awoke from a twenty-five-year slumber and has been returned to a roadworthy state. It has a known history and is an almost totally original survivor. The one apparent change made during its life… more»
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1969 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Holiday Coupe
As a huge Oldsmobile fan for the last few (five) decades, this one caught my eye. Being a two-door model, it’s even more unique and it appears to be in nice shape, despite its Utah sun patina. This 1969… more»
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15k Mile 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Silver Anniversary
Chevrolet’s C3 Corvette was becoming pretty long in the tooth by 1978, but this barely slowed sales. Buyers were willing to forgive the badge’s lost performance as they sought to own what has become America’s most iconic sports car…. more»
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Dream Survivor: 1967 Honda CA77 305
Our next-door neighbor had a bike exactly like this one and I can still hear the distinctive exhaust note and can picture those wide whitewall tires, which I thought was unusual to see on a motorcycle. He never let… more»
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1955 Chevrolet Bel Air 265 Power Pack
The 1957 model cemented Chevrolet’s Tri-Five range within the classic market, with the ’55 and ’56 models following not far behind. Tidy examples now command impressive prices, and I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Mitchell… more»
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Older Restoration: 1965 Chevrolet Nova SS
The former owner of this 1965 Chevrolet Nova SS passed away over a decade ago. Before she did, her husband gave her a gift by treating the car to a complete restoration. It still presents beautifully today and is… more»
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350 V8: 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon
One of the most interesting shapes to come out of the minds of General Motors’ stylists, this unusual sloping fastback (is that redundant?) 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon is one of just seven that we’ve seen here at Barn Finds;… more»
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Same Owner 25 Years: 1958 Chevrolet Delray
When Chevroler redesigned their cars in 1958, they also reworked the series (and naming) order. From the top down, you could buy a Bel Air Impala, Bel Air, Biscayne, or Delray. The latter was the entry-level model named after… more»
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Affordable Driver: 1998 Ford Crown Victoria LX
The 1998 model year may seem too recent for some to consider any car produced within that year to be a genuine classic. However, twenty-seven years have passed since vehicles like this Ford Crown Victoria LX rolled off the… more»
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Rare Trail Bike: 1961 Mustang Trail Machine
Mustang, but not that Mustang, made some really interesting small motorcycles right after World War II until the mid-1960s. The seller has this Trail Machine listed as a 1960 model but they didn’t make them until 1961 so we’ll… more»
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8K Original Miles! 1987 Buick Regal Turbo T
The Buick Regal is a car that can wear many hats depending on which performance-grade you choose. A standard-issue Regal is a lazy grandma-spec cruiser, while a GNX is a high-performance, limited-production icon that goes for big money. However,… more»
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True Survivor: 1966 Ford Mustang
It is fair to say that there were a few unhappy people wandering the corridors of power at Ford as the 1960s dawned. Edsel remained a recent raw memory, and what the company needed to restore investor confidence was… more»
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Original Tri-Power: 1965 Pontiac GTO
This 1965 Pontiac looks low and menacing from this angle, and the grille badge confirms that we are dealing with a motoring legend. We always appreciate your input at Barn Finds, and I must say a big thank you… more»
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Selling Gramps’ Rambler: 1958 Rambler Six Super
The person listing this beautiful 1958 Rambler Six Super sedan says they’re selling it for “gramps” as gramps isn’t able to safely drive anymore due to health issues. I don’t know if any of you have been down that… more»
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Garage-Kept: 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V
The market is awash with potential candidates if an enthusiast is considering dipping their toe into the water of classic ownership for the first time. The decision can sometimes be difficult as they balance affordability with their heart’s desire…. more»
