The Z3 was a 2-seat sports car built in the U.S. (Greer, South Carolina) by BMW (1995 to 2002). While coupes and roadsters were offered, 93% of sales were for drop-top versions like the seller’s car. With less than… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Sep 20, 2024 • Auctions • 31 Comments
BF Auction: 1978 Kawasaki KZ650SR
UPDATE – The seller has added videos of this Kawasaki running. “Floats like a butterfly, stings like a Z.” says a brochure touting the attributes of the Kawasaki KZ650SR, bravely comparing it to the famous Kawasaki KZ1000 superbike. As… more»
Sep 20, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Original 428 SCJ Drag Pack: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Few people knew at the time, but the release of the 1969 Mustang Mach 1 would lead to the demise of the badge’s GT derivative. Previously acknowledged as the performance variant, the GT could barely muster 7.5% of the… more»
Sep 19, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Big, Bad, Bird: 1978 Ford Thunderbird Diamond Jubilee Edition
When even everything in the trunk is carpeted, from floor to spare tire cover, you know you’re into a car that has luxury pretensions. But how does that match up with the storied Thunderbird nameplate, which started out in… more»
Sep 19, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
No Reserve: 1985 Ford F250 XL 4×4
Locating an affordable and seemingly straightforward project candidate can be challenging, especially if the target vehicle type is a classic Pickup. This 1985 Ford F250 XL 4×4 might be the ideal choice. Its exterior looks tired, but with no… more»
Sep 19, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Nicest One Left? 1987 Yugo GV
We’ve seen a lot of nice-looking Yugos (is that an oxymoron?) here on Barn Finds and I, for one, think they’re pretty cool and interesting. Despite this 1987 Yugo GV reportedly having traveled over 129,000 miles, it looks like… more»
Sep 19, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
455/4-Speed: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
The 1976 model year was the end of an era for the Pontiac Trans Am. Few realized at the time, but it would be the last where buyers could order these classics with a legendary 455ci V8 under the… more»
Sep 19, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Showroom Condition: 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 With 7,200 Original Miles!
If this 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 proves nothing else, it demonstrates that there are enthusiasts out there with better self-control than I will ever possess. If this classic belonged to me, I would slip behind the wheel at every… more»
Sep 18, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Running Project: 1967 Volkswagen Beetle
Quiz: What auto manufacturer produced more than 21 million copies of essentially the same car for nearly 60 years in the 20th Century? Answer: Why, of course, Volkswagen was the builder, and the Type 1 or Beetle was the… more»
Sep 18, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Parked 20+ Years: 1967 Plymouth Fury II 383 V8
A 1967 Plymouth Fury brochure mentions the “curves” that buyers expected to see in hardtops and convertibles being available in the sedan as well. I wouldn’t exactly call this 1967 Plymouth Fury II two-door sedan curvy, but I think… more»
Sep 18, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Top-Down Survivor: 1964 Pontiac Bonneville
Introduced in 1957, the Bonneville usually served as the Pontiac brand’s top-of-the-line car through the balance of the 20th Century. Riding on a wheelbase longer than the more pedestrian Catalina, the cars got a major facelift in 1963. As… more»
Sep 18, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
48k-Mile Original? 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS
“Move over, Ford Mustang” is probably what Chevrolet said in 1967 when they introduced the new Camaro to compete with it. And the Camaro quickly established itself as the second best-seller in the “pony car” segment at nearly 221,000… more»
Sep 18, 2024 • Exclusives • 25 Comments
BF Auction: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible
UPDATE – The seller has lowered their asking price! There is no feeling like slipping behind the wheel of a classic Convertible on a sunny day to experience all Mother Nature has to offer. Those feelings are accentuated when… more»
Sep 18, 2024 • Exclusives • 26 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1999 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4×4
UPDATE – The seller has lowered their asking price! Motor Trend said, “…the Jeep Cherokee is a raging bargain, offering driving enjoyment, off-road ability, overall function…” and more gushing remarks, as did other magazines and reviewers. In my opinion,… more»
Sep 17, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Upgraded V8: 1985 Ford Mustang GT
Fox-Body Mustangs have carved their niche in the classic market, with climbing values confirming that they are a firm favorite among enthusiasts. This 1985 example is a desirable GT derivative, and with its original V8 sporting some tasteful and… more»
Sep 17, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
16k Original Miles: 1976 Cadillac Fleetwood Talisman
We’ve recently seen a few classics crossing our desks at Barn Finds that have emerged from deceased estates. This 1976 Cadillac Fleetwood Talisman continues that trend and is an unmolested survivor. It has a few flaws and imperfections, but… more»
