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»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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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»
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BF Auction: 1965 Ford Falcon Station Wagon
There are many reasons why a classic car might find itself in hibernation, some more complex than others. This 1965 Ford Falcon Station Wagon succumbed to a simple brake issue, which has seen it spend the past forty-three years… more»
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Original, But Needs Restoration: 1928 Ford Model A
As we creep towards the 100th anniversary of the first Ford Model A rolling across the assembly line, this iconic car is still very popular with restorers and collectors. It was the last car that you could say Henry… more»
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Update: 1959 King Midget Model 3
UPDATE – This tiny, tired time capsule 1959 King Midget Model 3 is listed for sale again after it was featured last February here on Barn Finds. The same seller has it posted here on eBay in Turlock, California… more»
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“Rust-Free” Older Restoration: 1974 Ford Pinto
Here’s proof that some people actually do restore cars like a 1974 Ford Pinto. It isn’t always Hemi Cudas, Corvettes, and other muscle cars. For what it’s worth (zero), I’m all for restoring cars like Pintos, Vegas, Gremlins, Pacers,… more»
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29k Original Miles: 2000 Pontiac Trans Am WS6
It was only a few years ago that it was hard to classify any cars produced at the turn of the century as genuine classics. However, when a vehicle is inherently desirable, and the manufacturer is a distant memory,… more»
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Original Paint: 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT
Some classics are what I refer to as a “swings and roundabouts” proposition, as demonstrated by this 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT. It has spent its life in a dry climate that has protected its steel but has taken… more»
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Decades In New Mexico: 1971 Dodge D100 383 V8
Coming from three states known for having mostly rust-free vehicles, this 1971 Dodge D100 pickup has a sea of surface rust on the top surfaces but appears to be in really solid condition otherwise. The seller says it’s a… more»
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Only 3,400 Miles! 1986 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z
In the mid-1980s, Chevrolet introduced the IROC-Z, an option on the Camaro Z28. The car took advantage of the manufacturer’s association with the International Race of Champions, hence the IROC name. The 1986 edition would be the most popular… more»
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12k-Mile Survivor? 1980 Ford Fairmont Futura
If you were building a Top 10 list of collectible automobiles, would the Ford Fairmont make that list? No, I didn’t think so. Built from 1978 to 1983, it was the successor to the popular Maverick and sold well… more»
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Holy Grail Barn Find- ’32 Hot Rod Roadster Survivor Built in 1949
One of the great joys of writing for Barn Finds is interacting with all the readers out there who take time out of their lives to read these posts and do a little bench racing while writing about this… more»
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High-End Driver: 1966 Ford Mustang GT Fastback
The GT badge helped cement the First Generation Mustang’s place in automotive history. It represented the factory’s high-performance offering and remained available until the sensational Mach 1 hit the market. Our feature classic is a 1966 GT Fastback that… more»
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RS SS Survivor? 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
Except for the Plymouth Barracuda, the Ford Mustang owned the new “pony car” space from 1964 to 1966. Then 1967 arrived and brought the Chevy Camaro and a few others. The Camaro was the only one that came close… more»
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One Owner: 1967 Chevrolet Impala
Long-term ownership is typically viewed favorably by enthusiasts seeking a classic to park in their garage. Therefore, many people will find this 1967 Chevrolet Impala extremely appealing. It is a one-owner classic that presents exceptionally well and is a… more»
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Factory 455: 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
You don’t have to look long or hard to realize that the first owner wasn’t afraid to splash their cash when ordering this 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme. The range-topping V8 is the most obvious sign, while the interior is… more»
