One thing we have learned over the years at Barn Finds is that classics come in all shapes and sizes. The sheer variety of machinery we have seen is mind-boggling, but one of our favorites is old motorcycles. They… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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1980 Jeep CJ-5 With 3,931 Genuine Miles!
“Getting there is half the fun.” How many times have we heard that old line? It is often spoken without a second thought, but it is one that accurately reflects many wilderness adventures. Those journeys can be a battle… more»
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Montana Farm Survivor: 1971 Ford F100 Custom
If you Googled “basic, no frills 70’s-era pickup truck,” this 1971 Ford F100 Custom would most likely pop up. It’s as basic as it gets, folks. The Custom was the lowest rung on the Ford pickup truck trim ladder,… more»
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Shed Find 8k Miles! 1972 Cadillac Sedan DeVille
For most of the second half of the 20th Century, the DeVille Series dominated Cadillac production. It was hard to miss either a Coupe DeVille or Sedan DeVille driving down the road, stealing sales thunder from the Lincoln Continental… more»
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Rare Half-Door: 1974 Dodge Ramcharger
Dodge released its Ramcharger in 1974, and early examples featured an unusual door design that saw the upper door frames attached to the optional hardtop. Our feature Ramcharger is one of those vehicles and has received a long list… more»
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BF Auction: 1966 AMC Marlin
UPDATE – The seller has lowered their reserve and added more photos and videos. Now, here is something we don’t see that often these days. AMC built many interesting cars, including some muscle cars that were true underdogs. The… more»
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Original Paint: 52k Mile 1968 Chevrolet Caprice
We are lucky enough to see some stunning survivors crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1968 Chevrolet Caprice 4-Door Hardtop sits up there with the best of them. Faulting its presentation is almost impossible, from its sparkling… more»
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No Reserve: 1985 Ford F250 XL 4×4
Classic Pickups almost invariably command attention when they hit the market, particularly if they are clean survivors that a seller lists with No Reserve. Those words perfectly describe this 1985 Ford F250 XL 4×4. It is ready for towing… more»
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70k Original Miles: 1967 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Some classic cars can be deceptive, representing an iron fist wrapped in a silk glove. Such is the case with this 1967 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Luxury Sedan. It is a gentle giant at first glance, but its V8 provides surprising… more»
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Only 634 Miles! 1991 Saturn SC Coupe
Who remembers Saturn, the upstart division of General Motors whose mission was to be a “different kind of car company”? When it was launched in the mid-1980s, that was true as Saturn’s approach to manufacturing, marketing, pricing, and its… more»
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L82/4-Speed: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Silver Anniversary Edition
There is no denying that by the time 1978 dawned, the C3 Corvette was no longer the fire-breathing monster it had been a decade earlier. However, ordering one with the optional L82 version of the 350ci V8 under the… more»
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Original 428 Cobra Jet: 1970 Mercury Cougar Eliminator
It is no secret that as the 1970s dawned, the American muscle car market had shrunk significantly. Manufacturers focused on meeting upcoming legislative changes, while insurance companies twitched uncontrollably every time a customer application for one of these potent… more»
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Grandpa’s Survivor? 1957 Ford Thunderbird
People often lump the first generation of the Ford Thunderbird and the 1953-55 Chevy Corvette into the same category, i.e., they’re sports cars. But that’s not really correct. While the T-Bird was a 2-seater like the ‘Vette, it was… more»
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Low Mile Survivor: 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass 455
Buyers ordering a new 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham could tick the box that saw the car delivered with a six under the hood. However, this car’s first owner threw caution to the wind, deciding there was nothing better… more»
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Original 318: 1971 Dodge Dart Swinger With No Reserve
There is something undeniably attractive about purchasing a classic with a known history. This is accentuated when the vehicle in question features a V8 under the hood, is unmolested, and is listed with No Reserve: This 1971 Dodge Dart… more»
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No Reserve: 1968 Mercury Monterey Fastback
Many cars from the 1960s suffer from rust issues in one form or another, necessitating repairs that can be time-consuming and costly. However, the first owner of this 1968 Mercury Monterey Fastback wisely handed it to the good folks… more»
