The perfect vehicle to haul your barn finds home from a vintage motorcycle swap meet. Or even maybe a microcar, if a person were into such things. This 2000 Dodge Ram Van 3500 Maxi is the longest cargo van… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Time Capsule Piece: 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
The Ninety-Eight (also 98) was Oldsmobile’s flagship car for 45 years beginning in 1952. The car was on par with the Buick Electra and Pontiac Bonneville, just a tick or two below the Cadillac DeVille. This 1972 edition has… more»
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Very Nice Tribute: 1974 Austin Mini Cooper S
For a long time, I thought I was going to buy an original Austin Mini Cooper, but that’s probably never going to happen. Still, I should have bought that $800 Countryman that just needed its wood refinished. What we… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1971 Yamaha XS650 XS-1B
It would be hard to miss this bright yellow Yamaha parked at a vintage motorcycle show. Although I think it would look better in our garage, now that I think about it. Appearing to have been extensively restored to… more»
BF Exclusive: 1984 Mercedes-Benz 380SL
A known history is always a positive attribute when searching for a classic to park in your driveway. This 1984 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL Hardtop Convertible ticks that box, as the seller purchased it from the original owner and has… more»
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61k Original Miles: 1970 AMC AMX 390
Buying a vintage car online without seeing it in person first is sometimes a risky venture, but it’s less of a gamble when a seller provides a large number of photos that show every view of the car, including… more»
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62k Original Miles: 1960 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 4-Door Hardtop
The modern vehicle manufacturing industry is a flawed environment. Companies seem unwilling to push the boundaries with interior trim colors, and emotive model names appear to be almost a thing of the past. I mean, how hard is it… more»
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1974 International Travelette 200 Camper Special
I originally thought this dark color was optional woodgrain, but I would have bet anything that this truck was Mayan Mist with Burnished Gold Metallic, as seen on page 8 of this brochure. The seller lists the exterior color… more»
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Low Mileage Brougham: 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix
One of the most storied domestic automotive models was Pontiac’s Grand Prix. And when I think or hear the name “Grand Prix”, my mind immediately goes to the downsized ’69 edition. It and its near identical ’70 model are… more»
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Well Documented Survivor: 1986 Nissan 300ZX
This 1986 Nissan 300ZX achieves several key feats: for one, it is in very nice condition, clearly deserving of the survivor title. For another, it comes with all records since new, a striking achievement. Finally, the seller is asking… more»
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Chevy Powered: 1963 Jaguar Mark II
Offered here is a 1963 Jaguar Mark II on Craigslist near Portland, Oregon that looks ready to cruise down the road tomorrow, as long as you’re not too much of a stickler for originality. The owner wants $10,999 or… more»
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Green Machine: 1976 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Mid-1970s Corvettes have been gaining more appreciation as enthusiasts look for affordable ways to get behind the wheel of America’s sports car. This , listed on eBay, is one of those cars that invites a closer look. Finished in… more»
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Rare Replicar: 1966 Cord 8/10 Mini-Me
The Cord 810 and 812 were revolutionary front-wheel-drive cars that were produced for a brief time in the 1930s. The 810 model saw fewer than 1,800 copies before the Auburn-Cord-Duesenberg Co. ran out of funds for the vehicle. An… more»
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Texas Truck: 1976 Chevrolet C-10 Short Bed 454
Looking appropriately patina’d, likely from the hot Texas sun, the seller says this Light Green and Frost White 1976 C-10 short bed pickup with a 454 V8 is wearing its original paint. They have it listed here on eBay… more»
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Solid Survivor: 1966 Pontiac Catalina Convertible
We may have passed the summer solstice, but there are still plenty of opportunities to hit the road on a sunny day in a classic Convertible before winter arrives. Hiding in this garage is a prime candidate for those… more»
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41k Original Miles: 1983 DMC DeLorean
Just because something seems like a good idea doesn’t necessarily mean it actually is. Take John DeLorean and the car bearing his name. It featured stunning styling penned by an industry legend, and a body clad in eye-catching material…. more»
