UPDATE – We sent one of our professional photographers out to take more photos of this Toronado. The seller is now offering it as a Barn Finds Auction! As crisp and clean as it is elegant, this 1984 Oldsmobile… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1975 Dodge Dart Swinger
UPDATE – The seller has asked us to relist their Dart, but this time as a no reserve auction! They’ve also added additional photos of the car, so be sure to take another look. Locating a solid project candidate… more»
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Cream Puff: 1989 Buick Reatta Coupe
We’ve met several cars in these pages conceived during corporate turmoil, but perhaps none as unfortunate as the star-crossed Buick Reatta. Its unlikely emergence was a managerial triumph as GM fought to maintain market share against foreign competition. The… more»
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1987 Mercedes 560SL With Only 5,936 Miles!
Sometimes a classic will appear on our desks at Barn Finds that is so extraordinary it almost defies description. This 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL is one such vehicle. Its presentation is almost flawless, which is understandable since it has… more»
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Two Owner Survivor: 1989 BMW 325iS
The BMW E30 range produced several great classics, including the original giant-killing M3. Another deserving a close look is the 325iS, which combined a peppy engine with excellent handling. The result was a rewarding driver’s car, and these vehicles… more»
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Boutique Edition: 1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet
The Cabriolet was the convertible adaptation of the Volkswagen Golf subcompact. It was built between 1979 and 2002, with the first generation enjoying a 15-year run. The seller has a 1990 Boutique Edition, meaning it was the top trim… more»
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No Reserve: 1989 GMC Suburban 4×4
No Reserve. When those two words form part of an owner’s sales pitch, they typically draw potential buyers like a moth to a flame. This is particularly true when the vehicle in question offers plenty of space and creature… more»
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58k Mile Survivor: 1951 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe
After World War II. most of the cars sold were warmed-over pre-war editions. It wasn’t until 1949 that the floodgates opened with all-new products, including those from Chevrolet. Due to pent-up demand, Detroit was still keeping up with production… more»
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Only 10K Miles! 1997 Jaguar XK8
You won’t find a lot of 1997 anythings here on Barn Finds and definitely not Jaguars such as this XK8 coupe. But why not? Yeah, yeah, it’s not a barn find but it is getting old, twenty-seven years… more»
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Survivor: 1972 International 1210 Camper Special
It’s funny to think about today, but International’s line of pickups was seen as being dated in the era of this 1972 International 1210 Camper Special. This chunky, “square” design looks great now, but I guess design trends ebb… more»
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Rare To See Today: 1978 Datsun 200SX
U.S. safety regulations weren’t kind to bumpers during the 1970s, but I’m sure they saved a few lives, so there’s that. Retrofitting Japanese-market bumpers to a car like this 1978 Datsun 200SX is a thing, and it’s doable, but… more»
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Show Car: 1990 Ford Mustang LX
Cars like this 1990 Ford Mustang LX demonstrated to the buying public that The Malaise Era was fast becoming a distant memory. This car will provide a new owner with excellent performance, while a recent cosmetic refresh has left… more»
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Driver Needing TLC: 1970 Ford Ranchero Squire
If you’re looking for something interesting to park in your workshop as a straightforward project, this 1970 Ford Ranchero deserves a close look. As a Squire, it is one of the rarest versions from that model year. Its needs… more»
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1,468 Mile 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 5-Speed
If you are going to sell a car, this seller’s ad for this 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 is an example of putting your best foot forward. This car is for sale on eBay and the seller does a great job… more»
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44k Mile 1992 Mercury Capri XR2 Turbo
Ford Australia enjoyed a healthy export agreement with its South African counterpart during the early 1970s, with that country warmly embracing the ute and GT variants of its Falcon range. Once that market dried up, the Antipodean manufacturer searched… more»
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Vintage Camper: 1976 Toyota-Chinook
Is there anything the Toyota Hilux can’t do? Made over at least eight generations, economical to run, sold worldwide … and transformed here into a camper by California company Chinook Mobilelodge, the Hilux proved its versatility for decades. The… more»
