I think anyone with gasoline in their veins was a little sad when Oldsmobile closed its doors for the last time. It doesn’t make any difference that General Motors’ sales couldn’t really support so many brands as their market… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Update: Price Dropped – 1995 Buick Roadmaster Limited
UPDATE – It’s hard for me not to be a bit nostalgic about these big, roomy, smooth riding, old-school Buick Roadmasters from the 1990’s. Not only were they V8 powered, rear-wheel drive sedans and station wagons (considered by many… more»
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Worth The Price? 1996 Ford F350 Centurion
It is often said that hope springs eternal. That may well be the case with this 1996 Ford F350 Centurion. Its presentation is impressive, and the Centurion package lifts its luxury and comfort to a high level. However, the… more»
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Drop-Top Swan Song: 1975 Oldsmobile Delta 88
Other than the Cadillac Eldorado (which would go one more year), 1975 was the last year for convertibles at General Motors (at least for a while). Discontinued at the end of ’75 were full-size ragtops from Chevrolet, Buick, Pontiac,… more»
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Strong 396: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS
This 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS ticks most of the boxes that enthusiasts consider mandatory when seeking a driver-grade classic. It presents nicely, features a striking paint-and-trim combination, and the engine bay houses a mighty big-block. The seller doesn’t misrepresent… more»
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$3,950! 1983 Ford F-250 460 V8 4-Speed
A nice-looking truck like this 1983 Ford F-250 with a 460 V8 and 4-speed manual seems like it should be $10,000 at least, doesn’t it? Nope, this one is posted here on craigslist in Portland, Oregon, and you already… more»
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Triple-Tone Cruiser: 1955 Packard Patrician
Packard and Studebaker joined forces in 1954, so the 1955 Packards were already set in stone. The Patrician was a luxury sedan, positioned between the Clipper and Four Hundred models. Changes were significant in 1955, so perhaps those who… more»
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Original Paint and Interior: 1956 Mercury Monterey Station Wagon
The number of station wagons that have survived to blow out 70 candles on their birthday cake are in the single-digit rare category. We’ve only featured one other 1956 Mercury Monterey Station Wagon on Barn Finds through the years,… more»
BF Classified: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL
This 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL is a two-owner survivor that presents superbly. It carries the hallmarks of a classic that has been treated respectfully throughout its life, while the combination of interior features and the velvety-smooth V8 under the… more»
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Glass T-Tops: 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
The Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS helped define the performance side of the G-body era, and well-preserved examples continue to attract attention from enthusiasts and collectors alike. This 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS, currently listed on eBay, is presented as… more»
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Original Paint: 1989 Yugo GV
The Yugo GV has probably served as the punchline to more jokes than any vehicle in automotive history. Marketed as America’s cheapest passenger car, it typically proved beyond doubt that buyers got what they paid for. However, the poor… more»
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No Reserve Wagon: 1979 Chevrolet Caprice
Merriam-Webster defines ‘gamble’ as: an act having an element of risk: something chancy, and one as to wonder if GM considered the down-sizing of their full-size B-body cars in ’77 as a gamble. Regardless, they came up smelling like… more»
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SR5 Survivor Project: 1975 Toyota Pickup with 20R Power
Early Toyota pickups have built a loyal following over the years, and clean examples are becoming harder to find. This 1975 Toyota Pickup SR5, currently listed on eBay, represents one of those increasingly rare survivors from Toyota’s early truck… more»
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54K Original Miles: 1978 Honda Accord LX
When we think of the Honda Accord, we tend to see the modern, mid-size sedan that seems to do everything well. Is it the most memorable model? No, but that’s sort of the point. It’s built to do what… more»
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Factory Tri-Power: 1962 Ford Galaxie Sunliner Convertible
Full-size Fords from the early 1960s offered style, performance, and open-top cruising all in one package, and this 1962 Ford Galaxie Sunliner Convertible brings those elements together in a particularly interesting combination. Now listed on eBay, this example is… more»
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Shooting Brake Survivor: 1976 Jensen GT
Jensen Motors was a British automobile manufacturer (primarily sports cars) with roots dating to the 1920s. They fell onto hard times in the 1970s and eventually went out of business. One of their last creations was the 1975-76 Jensen… more»
