This 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300CD Turbo Diesel on eBay in Clermont, Florida, has 89,000 original miles and is, says the seller, a 100 percent rust-free example that’s been in a single family’s ownership since 1982. It’s hard to imagine finding a… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1954 Dodge Truck
Several years ago, I read a great book by John Jerome: It was simply titled Truck. Written in the 1970s, it followed the author’s struggles with rebuilding a not-that-old-at-the-time 1950 Dodge that he was going to use for, well, truck… more»
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Original Tires Included! 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo with 33k Original Miles
When an owner chooses to part with a classic with over five decades under its belt and includes the original tires in the deal, you can be fairly sure you are looking at something pretty special. Such is the… more»
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Show Winner: 1972 Plymouth Duster 340
When a seller lists a car for sale claiming that it is a show winner, the best thing they can do is to supply a wide range of photos that “sell” the car’s virtues to potential buyers. Unfortunately, that… more»
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White For A Change: 1980 Pontiac Trans Am
Would you call the seats on this 1980 Pontiac Trans Am “cushy,” or “cozy,” or something else? Not that it matters—you’re going to want to sit there anyway. This white and blue TA is also a car you’re going… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1989 Subaru XT6 AWD
With just under 100,000 made in a single generation, the Subaru XT was known as the Vortex in New Zealand (home of our own Adam Clarke) and Australia, and the Alcyon in Japan. It was reportedly the slipperiest car… more»
Make An Offer: 1994 Ford F-350 Crew Cab Dually
UPDATE – The seller needs this truck gone, so they taking offers! Please take a look and make them an offer. Finding a vehicle that can haul a substantial load but still has enough interior space to accommodate six… more»
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BF Auction: 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Convertible
UPDATE – The seller has added photos of the back seat. You can find them in the gallery below. “Show car” and “1st place trophy-winner” is how the seller describes this 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Custom Convertible. I would throw… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1996 Land Rover Defender 300Tdi
The Land Rover enjoys a well-earned reputation for ruggedness and the ability to tackle almost any obstacle short of the north face of Mount Everest. This 1996 Defender 300Tdi is a private import that hails from a dry climate…. more»
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One Owner Survivor: 1987 Dodge Daytona Pacifica Turbo
Cars from the 1980s still represent an affordable entry point into the classic ownership experience, a point that is perfectly demonstrated by this 1987 Dodge Daytona Pacifica Turbo. It presents well as a one-owner survivor, while its interior is… more»
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23k Original Miles: 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V
Low-mile survivors are not a new phenomenon at Barn Finds, and some show greater promise than others. Barn Finder Ed spotted this 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V as a perfect example of that trend. It presents exceptionally well for… more»
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Dealer Accessorized: 1979 Jeep CJ-5 Renegade
New car dealerships make a profit on sales, but will always look at means to maximize their income. One great source of cash is the accessories market. These can be genuine components, or a dealer may have a source… more»
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One Of Only 1,500! 1960 Imperial Custom
The seller of this 1960 Imperial Custom two-door hardtop, or a “Southampton” as the hardtop was known, claims rarity with only 1,500 copies produced. My research reveals 1,498 so I’d say we’re good to go! Also claimed is a… more»
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Low-Mileage Survivor: 1995 Ford Escort GT
If one could distill 1995 into one photograph, this might be it. OK, that’s not quite right, but a Deep Iris Metallic Escort is definitely of a time and place. This one has a mere 78,680 miles, so here’s… more»
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Stored for 30 Years: 1978 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The second generation of the Chevy Camaro was in its 9th year in 1978. Styling got a big refresh as the cow-catcher bumpers fore and art were now covered with body-colored urethane, which looked sleeker. Sales were solid that… more»
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1 of 1,817 Four-Speeds: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary
This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is listed on eBay and is currently bid to $21,600. It is listed at a reserve for a good reason by the seller, Restore a Muscle Car in Lincoln, Nebraska. It is a 66k… more»
