Affordability is often a key consideration for an enthusiast seeking a first project candidate. The thought of investing a large sum for a classic requiring work can be daunting, which is where cars like this 1980 Pontiac Grand Prix… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Fancy Estate Wagon: 1974 Chevrolet Vega Kammback
Chevrolet built more than two million copies of its subcompact Vega between 1971 and 1977. And yet you see so few of them on the road today because of some infamous quality control issues. But if you were to… more»
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V12 Driver: 1971 Jaguar E-Type Series III 2+2
Running out of energy to undertake a project build is not uncommon, and can often result from advancing age or deteriorating health. It is unclear whether either of those issues has beset the owner of this 1971 Jaguar E-Type… more»
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39k Mile Time Machine: 1961 Ford Galaxie 500
From 1959 to 1974, the Ford Galaxie 500 did battle with the Chevrolet Impala. In 1961, the Galaxie was a step up from the Fairlane, which would become a mid-size car in 1962. The styling was revised in ‘61… more»
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Survivor Sedan: 1950 Studebaker Champion
Wearing an almost-perfect patina (I know that’s an oxymoron to some folks), this 1950 Studebaker Champion sedan has had that perfect patina protected by a layer of clear coat, according to the seller. The seller has it posted here… more»
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Fully Loaded Survivor: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
Many enthusiasts prefer genuine survivors to pristine classics because they offer a more relaxed ownership experience. The occasional chip or mark won’t cause the same concern that it might if it were to mar perfection, making this 1980 Chevrolet… more»
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One Year Only Color: 1993 Dodge Daytona IROC R/T
There was once a time when a four-cylinder engine and front-wheel drive architecture weren’t the recipe for high performance. However, cars like this 1993 Dodge Daytona IROC R/T proved what was possible when a manufacturer added a turbocharger to… more»
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Muscle Pickup: 2004 Ford F150 SVT Lightning
Ford formed its Special Vehicle Team, better known as SVT, in 1991. Its mission was to inject excitement into the company’s model range by producing limited edition high-performance variants of Ford’s production models. The Mustang was an obvious candidate… more»
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Older Restoration Done Right: 1936 Ford Roadster
Anyone who has completely restored a classic car can tell you that the process always requires a lot of money, time, and parts. Finding good parts can be the most frustrating part of the process. Sometimes the parts you… more»
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38K Mile Survivor: 1979 Ford Thunderbird
Ford’s sixth-generation (’72-’76) Thunderbird grew to such gargantuan proportions, especially after the federal five MPH bumper standard was enacted, that I took to calling them “Blunderbirds”. With the introduction of the seventh generation (’77-’79), I thought, well, that’s a… more»
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Rust-Free 1997 Ford F-250HD Crew Cab Diesel 4×4
In going through a Ford F-250HD brochure, it doesn’t look like a long bed was available with a 4×4 F-250HD Crew Cab in 1997. This outstanding-looking 1997 Ford F-250HD Crew Cab 4×4 Diesel truck is listed here on eBay… more»
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Estate Sale Find: 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190SL
Update: This car has resurfaced on eBay after it didn’t meet reserve. It’s currently bid to $22,600. Experience tells me that this car may well sell off the venue to someone who is interested but perhaps never bids. It’s… more»
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47k Original Miles: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham
It is fair to say that as the 1970s progressed and engine power dropped, many manufacturers and buyers began focusing on comfort and luxury. That thinking spawned cars like this 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham. It features the range-topping… more»
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400/4-Speed: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am
While manufacturers typically provide buyers with a wide range of paint shades, some are iconic, and finding a particular classic wearing that color feels “right.” Such is the case with the Second Generation Pontiac Trans Am, with Starlight Black… more»
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Sliding Doors and a Kissing Grill: 1954 Kaiser Darrin
When the sports car craze hit America after World War II, what passed for a sports car could be very different from company to company. At Chevrolet and Kaiser, a sports car was a traditional chassis with a sporty… more»
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No Reserve: 1990 Ford F250 XLT Lariat
I admit that I once didn’t understand the appeal of Pickups. However, a past employer supplied me with one as a company car, and I quickly became a convert. I was impressed by the sheer versatility of these vehicles,… more»
