Being the former owner of two Toyota Corolla’s (a 1977 and a 1991), I can attest to their reliability and toughness. Sure, they weren’t sexy, but if you needed a no-nonsense second car that never left you stranded, you… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Turbo Truck: 1986 Toyota SR5 Pickup
Everyone loses their mind at the so-called “Marty McFly truck,” the blacked-out Toyota pickup that looks just like the one he was gifted at the end of the first installment of Back to the Future. It’s understandable, really, as… more»
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Parked Since 2012: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
Here’s a mid-year follow-up that might catch your attention if you’ve been watching the early C3 market. This 1973 Chevrolet Corvette is listed on craigslist out of Gold Hill, Oregon with an asking price of $18,000, and it comes… more»
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Spanish Trials Bike: 1969 Bultaco Sherpa T250
Decades after British riders dominated the sport of trials riding while riding British bikes, and about a decade before Honda entered the growing market for Japanese motorcycles, a Spanish company called Bultaco was making its mark in this specialized… more»
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Perfect Is Overrated? 1971 Buick Skylark For $22K
Some enthusiasts state that while they always admire perfection, they prefer classics parked in their garage to have a few flaws. I initially struggled to understand this philosophy, but I get where those people are coming from. Owners of… more»
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Estate Find: 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis with 3,340 Original Miles!
Estates often prove to be an excellent source of low-mile classics, and such is the case with this 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. The original owner placed the car into storage many years ago, and following her passing, the family… more»
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64k Original Miles: 1975 Porsche 914 2.0
This 1975 Porsche 914 2.0 is a genuine survivor. As such, it isn’t perfect. However, it is a fairly tidy classic that has spent its life in a favorable climate that has protected it from potential rust issues. It… more»
BF Exclusive: 1994 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning
A sports car-truck? Sports truck? We’ve seen many Ford SVT Lightning pickups here on Barn Finds over the years, and I’m a huge fan of the first-generation models. This one is a bit unusual, being fitted with a custom… more»
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Island Survivor: 1972 Ford Pinto Wagon
On the surface level, daily driving a Ford Pinto wagon may not seem like a thrill. But any car, no matter how humble, can suddenly seem a bit more endearing when you consider its history. In the case of… more»
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Your New Home? 1956 Milwaukee Road Caboose
What would you do with a former railroad caboose? Appearing to have been parked (sided?) for years or maybe decades, we don’t know too much about the history of this 1956 Milwaukee Road Caboose. It can be found listed… more»
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1962 Rambler Classic Custom 2-Door Club Sedan
A one-year-only top-trim-level car for $3,500? Yes, please. This rare 1962 Rambler Classic Custom 2-Door Club Sedan is listed here on Facebook Marketplace in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, and they’re asking $3,500. Here is the original listing, and thanks… more»
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318 Transplant: 1967 Dodge Dart GT Convertible
I always think of the old TV show Mannix when I see a Dodge Dart GT Convertible, although that was a 1968 model, the first full year for the GT. This 1967 Dodge Dart GT Convertible can be found… more»
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Rare Aussie 4-Speed: 1981 Chrysler CM Valiant Station Wagon
I was only thinking the other day that it has been a long time since we’ve seen an Australian classic at Barn Finds. Then, lo and behold, this 1981 Chrysler CM Valiant Station Wagon appeared to catch my attention…. more»
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Stored Since ’94: 1966 Dodge Coronet 440 Convertible
This 1966 Dodge Coronet 440 Convertible has spent over three decades squirreled away in a storage container, only recently emerging into the light of day. It isn’t perfect and requires a total restoration to present at its best. However,… more»
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2-Owner W126: 1991 Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL
There are cars you see every day that eventually, you simply gloss over. They’re either mass-produced or too reliable, meaning they never go extinct. It’s like seeing a 1998 Honda Accord that, while it may be really nice, you… more»
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1-of-21: 1975 Lamborghini Urraco P111
The Urraco is probably Lamborghini’s most overlooked model. That is a shame, because it is significantly more practical than most of the marque’s other models. What helps it achieve that goal is its 2+2 interior, allowing enthusiasts with young… more»
