UPDATE 01/17/2025: It is pretty common for sellers who fail to taste success on their first attempt to relist their classic, hoping to secure a sale. Many won’t change their approach, but the owner of this 1969 Chevrolet Nova… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Affordable 51k Mile 1987 Chevrolet Camaro Sport Coupe
Although many people focus on the high-performance variants, it was the more humble vehicles within their range that allowed pony cars like the Chevrolet Camaro to sell in numbers justifying the badge’s existence. This 1987 Camaro Sport Coupe is… more»
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Worth $250k? 1968 Dodge Charger
It is a question that invariably sparks debate: Does the rarity of a classic necessarily equate to a high value? That is the one posed by this beautiful 1968 Dodge Charger. There is no doubting its overall condition following… more»
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99% Original: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1
We have become old hands at Barn Finds when the subject turns to First Generation Mustangs requiring plenty of work to recapture their iconic good looks. That’s why I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder numskal… more»
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65k-Mile 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 Convertible
Rare is the Cavalier that wasn’t driven straight to the salvage yard with 300,000 miles on the clock, but there’s an exception to everything. Here is the sportiest of Cavaliers, the Z24; freshly rounded-off for 1988, you have to… more»
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Time Capsule: 1971 Dodge Charger R/T 440
As was the case with most muscle cars, sales of the 1971 Dodge Charger R/T went into freefall due to various factors. Those that remain have either been restored or are begging for such attention. Our feature car is… more»
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Good Deal? $5k 1990 Buick Reatta
Buick almost created a legendary car in the Reatta, with talk of the production car having rear-wheel drive and a supercharged V6 engine. As it is, it’s hard to argue with the wow factor of the design and quality,… more»
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World’s Only? 1970 Plymouth Barracuda Sedan
Having spent a lot of time over the last few years digitally turning four-door cars into two-door cars, and two-door cars into four-door cars, this isn’t mine! This 1970 Plymouth Barracuda Four-Door Sedan is the real deal, built by… more»
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24K Original Miles: 1985 Cadillac Seville
When the second-generation Cadillac Seville was introduced, America’s predominant luxury brand was trying to combat a challenge it still wrestles with today: how to win over younger buyers and get them into the showroom. The dramatic redesign of the… more»
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Ultimate Survivor: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302
We live in an age when people are willing to attach the “survivor” tag to any classic, even one that has undergone a faithful restoration. My interpretation of a survivor is a car that is as it left the… more»
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Original Paint? 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396 Convertible
The seller claims that this 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396 Convertible has been meticulously preserved, suggesting that its paint is original. If that is accurate, its presentation will draw praise from enthusiasts focused on genuine survivors. The big-block hiding… more»
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True Barn Find: 1988 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z Convertible
UPDATE 01/17/2025: It is always fascinating to gauge reader feedback on cars that we feature at Barn Finds. This 1988 Camaro IROC-Z Convertible is a perfect example. We originally saw this classic in November 2024, and some readers believed… more»
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No Reserve: Low-Mileage 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
It’s healthy to come clean about one’s flaws; therefore, I’ll say it: I’m a Toronado snob. The brutally handsome 1966 Toronado is top ten, maybe top five, on my “list,” so I tend to look askance at its successors…. more»
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Eye-Catching Survivor: 1978 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT
UPDATE – This 1978 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT is listed for sale again after it was featured last December here on Barn Finds. It’s posted again, here on eBay It previously “sold” for $40,100, but the sale must have… more»
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Survivor Sedan: 1969 Chrysler Newport
Silver SUV after silver SUV, followed by black SUVs and white SUVs. Has resale mania taken all the guts and glory out of vehicle buyers these days? It’s gotten to the point that some vehicle companies are barely even… more»
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Too Hip to be Square: 1992 Volvo 240 Sedan
Got a kid ready to go to college? Need a commuter for around town? We have just the car for you, and not only will its reputation for safety and reliability impress you, it’s creeping up on “cool” status…. more»
