Ford demonstrated to the world that it was firmly back in the performance game when it released 4,993 examples of its 1993 Mustang SVT Cobra. It is a relatively rare car in a “big picture” sense, but this one… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Rare Miniature EV: 1985 Sinclair C5
The Sinclair C5 was a one-passenger electric vehicle built in England in the 1980s. Though it was sold as a commuter vehicle, we don’t know how practical it would be with a top speed of just 15 mph. So… more»
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29k Original Miles: 1987 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z
The 1987 model year wasn’t a banner one for Chevrolet’s Camaro badge, with sales dropping by 29% compared to 1986. However, classics like this 1987 Camaro IROC-Z have found their place among potential buyers seeking their slice of 1980s… more»
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Genuine K-Code: 1966 Ford Mustang GT Fastback
Virtually every motoring enthusiast has their dream car garage that they would fill with their favorite classics. Mine is quite an eclectic mix but for as long as I can remember, a 1966 Mustang GT Fastback with a K-Code… more»
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Turbocharged: 1986 Chrysler LeBaron GTS Sport
In the 1980s, there were two Chrysler LeBarons. The family-oriented “regular” LeBaron and one focused on spirited performance, the LeBaron GTS. The former was based on the successful Chrysler K-Car platform, while the GTS rode on a modified H-platform… more»
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10K Mile Survivor: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
There were over 117,000 Trans Ams built in 1979, more than any other year. This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is reported to only have 10,280 miles on the odometer. Rocco B found this gem and we appreciate seeing such… more»
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Pristine French Survivor: 1996 Renault Twingo
The 1996 Renault Twingo urban runabout on Craigslist in Washington, DC, is an Edition Spéciale Alizé that adds features such as A/C, tinted glass, power windows, central locking, airbags, and the “fun velour ‘cumulus’ interior.” The owner wants $15,000.
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BF Auction: 2004 Ford F-150 FX4 Extended Cab
This 2004 Ford F-150 has covered just 19k miles since new and has spent most of its life tucked away in the garage. The seller is its second owner and has used it for the occasional run to the… more»
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21K-Mile Time Capsule: 1992 Plymouth Sundance
This is a car that I bet a lot of people have forgotten about, or maybe never even knew there was such a thing in the first place: a 1992 Plymouth Sundance four-door sedan with a hatchback instead of… more»
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6,384 Documented Miles: 1970 AMC Gremlin
What’s life without little pockets of quirkiness to lighten the mood? The 1970 Gremlin is already guaranteed a place on the podium at any contest of eccentricity, but a 1970 Gremlin with 6,384 miles? Who stashes away a base… more»
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Two Owner 1986 Buick LeSabre Estate Wagon
Having survived yet another downsizing at General Motors, this time coming for the sixth-generation, front-drive Buick LeSabre for the 1986 model year, the full-sized Buick LeSabre Estate Wagon would be made for a few extra years in all its… more»
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17k-Mile Future Collectible? 1987 Ford Escort GL
The Ford Escort replaced the subcompact Pinto in 1981 as the company’s first “world car” meaning the platform was used on multiple continents. It went on to become the best-selling car in the U.S. throughout most of the decade…. more»
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How Are Your Carpentry Skills? 1932 Chevrolet Coupe
When the year 1932 comes up in conversations between auto enthusiasts, the 1932 Ford looms large. It was the first year for the famous Flathead, and the year has always been the most popular for hot rod builders. Yet,… more»
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409 V8 4-Speed: 1963 Chevrolet Impala
Nowadays, the term “409” is thought by many to be a cleaning product. But in the 1960s, it stood for an awesome motor produced by Chevrolet. It even had a Beach Boys song recorded about it, “She’s so fine,… more»
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2,100-Mile Survivor: 1986 Chevrolet Celebrity Wagon
The Chevy Celebrity was a front-wheel drive mid-size car that carried the Bow-Tie brand for most of the 1980s. More than two million of them were built, but when was the last time you saw one? These were likely… more»
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28k Original Miles: 1967 Pontiac GTO Convertible
Is there any automotive experience better than hitting the road behind the wheel of an iconic muscle car? Actually, there is. The experience is heightened when the vehicle is a Convertible, providing a rapid wind-in-the-hair motoring experience. That is… more»
