We’ve recently seen an influx of low-mile classics at Barn Finds, and this 1979 Chevrolet Caprice Classic continues that trend. It presents superbly, and the 44,000 original miles on its odometer equates to around 978 miles per year. It… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Super Clean 40k Mile 1983 Chrysler Cordoba
It is fair to say that cars from the early 1980s spent decades in the automotive wilderness. They served their purpose at the time, but as technology advanced and standard luxury appointments increased, they soon fell out of favor…. more»
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Running Project: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
Chevrolet joined the “pony car” wars in 1967 to give some competition to the Ford Mustang. And they were serious about it, selling nearly 221,000 examples of the Camaro that first year. Nearly 20,000 were convertibles with V8 engines,… more»
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Grandma Survivor: 1967 Oldsmobile Delta 88
Back in the day, Oldsmobile played the numbers game as the F-85, 88, and 98 were the order of business in the 1960s. The 88s were the full-size family cars, while the 98s were luxury automobiles. There were various… more»
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Original 400/4-Speed: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am SE
This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am SE doesn’t merely present well, because it features the most desirable mechanical combination available in that model year. It has no apparent needs and would suit someone seeking a stunning survivor that can be… more»
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Cool Daily Driver: 1974 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
The 1974 model year was a difficult one for U.S. automakers. All of a sudden, gasoline was no longer cheap, and motorists were sitting in long lines waiting for a few gallons (thanks to the 1973 OPEC oil embargo)…. more»
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Original Owner! 1984 Plymouth Turismo Duster
While not the top dog in the Plymouth Turismo lineup, this 1984 Plymouth Turismo Duster was still a “spirited” performer for the times. A five-speed manual makes it fun to drive, even with just under 100 horsepower on tap…. more»
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Built Like a Bridge: 1934 DeSoto Airflow
The Airflow was an automobile ahead of its time. Built under both Chrysler and DeSoto brands in the mid-1930s, the Airflow’s design was driven by aerodynamics, so the body was sleeker in appearance than most of its contemporaries. This… more»
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350hp/4-Speed: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
We always appreciate input from our readers because, without you, we wouldn’t be able to exercise our passion to write about classic cars. Therefore, I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder T.J. for spotting this 1967… more»
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53k Genuine Miles: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am SE
Claims of low mileage with many classics must be taken with a grain of salt, particularly if the vehicle in question hails from an era when five-digit analog odometers were a common feature. However, this 1979 Pontiac Trans Am… more»
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Camper Special with Camper: 1969 Dodge 200
Our recent battle with COVID-19 and forced isolation had at least one bright side. The sales of all manner of recreational vehicles went through the roof. People who couldn’t vacation the usual way sometimes purchased a camper and headed… more»
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Fully Loaded: 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
Buyers typically handed over the cash for Station Wagons as practical family transport. However, this 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser demonstrates that it was possible to combine that inherent practicality with luxury. From its third-row seating to its range of… more»
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Elvis Presley’s Final Caddy: 1977 Cadillac Seville
It is no secret that Elvis Presley loved Cadillacs. It would be equally fair to assume that the company held Elvis in high regard. It is believed that throughout his life, The King of Rock ‘n’ Roll purchased over… more»
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Private Museum Dweller: 1981 Datsun 310 GX
In the early 1980s, Nissan still sold its cars in the U.S. with Datsun badging. One of the company’s subcompacts was the Pulsar, sold as the Datsun 310 in the U.S. Available in 1981 with a 1.5-liter inline-4 engine… more»
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Former Race Survivor: 1964 Pontiac GTO Tri-Power
The survival rate for former racing machinery is typically not high, with some sacrificing their key mechanical components to later vehicles as their competition days end. This 1964 Pontiac GTO is an exception to that rule. Not only has… more»
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28k-Mile 4-Door Survivor: 1974 Ford LTD
The Ford LTD was born in 1965 as an extension of the Galaxie 500. The idea was to move part of Ford’s full-size line-up into the luxury car arena. The move was successful and the LTD was soon followed… more»
