Square. If you could sum up the 1982 Mercury Marquis Brougham in one word, that would be it. The lines are square, and the person who drives such a car could also be described in the language of an… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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1979 Pontiac Trans Am With 7,400 Original Miles
We are lucky enough to see some extraordinary classics crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1979 Pontiac Trans Am could be up there with the best of them. It presents superbly and appears to be unmolested. However,… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1994 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
It is common for owners to modify or update off-roaders and 4x4s with larger wheels and tires to improve the ability to venture into the wilderness. However, this 1994 Jeep Wrangler Sahara has avoided that fate. It is an… more»
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43K-Mile 1969 Dodge D200 Adventurer
Whenever I see a nice-looking vehicle like this 1969 Dodge D200 Adventurer pickup that looks almost perfect but has faded and dull paint, I can’t help thinking of how much fun it would be to shine up this Medium… more»
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Make An Offer: 1983 Datsun 280ZX 2+2 Turbo 5-Speed
The original Datsun 240Z was an icon of its era, with excellent handling and strong performance from its inline-6 engine. Unfortunately, emission regulations killed horsepower numbers, so Datsun began enlarging the engine to offset these regulations. This gave birth… more»
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Canadian Survivor: 1968 Caprice Estate Station Wagon
When I was growing up, cars were ordered the way you wanted them. My dad, who drove only station wagons, always had the dealer check off the box for what some people call “poverty caps” (dog dish hubcaps) to… more»
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58k Miles: Original 1979 Ford Courier
Ford’s use of the Courier nameplate dates to the 1950s. Beginning in 1972, it was applied to a compact pickup truck which was a badge-engineered version of the Japanese Mazda B series of small transports. The two companies had… more»
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No Reserve: 1969 Pontiac GTO
Some classics tick so many of the right boxes that they prove irresistible to potential buyers. Take this 1969 Pontiac GTO as a prime example. It presents exceptionally well as a high-end driver. It appears to be rock-solid, and… more»
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14k Original Miles: 1974 De Tomaso Pantera
Many people view early versions of the De Tomaso Pantera as the purest and most attractive. Vehicles like this 1974 example lack the myriad scoops and spoilers that appeared on later models, providing a surprisingly elegant appearance. This classic… more»
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Original Paint: 1988 Chevrolet Suburban
The Suburban badge has been an integral part of the Chevrolet range since the 1935 model year, first seeing civilian service on that year’s Carryall. Our feature Suburban rolled off the line in 1988 and is a survivor with… more»
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One Family Owned: 1968 Ford Shelby Cobra GT500
Most enthusiasts view a long-term ownership history favorably when searching for a classic to park in their garage. Any car that has survived for decades under the care of one person has typically been treated respectfully. Such is the… more»
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One-Family-Owned Survivor: 1982 Dodge Mirada CMX
Before looking it up just now, I did not know that the word “mirada” is Spanish for “look.” I’m sure there are nuances to how the word is used in conversation, but in essence this is a Dodge Look,… more»
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Freeway Friendly? 1981 HMV Freeway
I hope we all know that this 1981 HMV (High Mileage Vehicles) Freeway is not, not, not made for freeway driving, don’t we? That always comes up for some reason when a little car is shown here. And yes,… more»
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25k Mile Survivor! 1990 Honda Accord LX
The Honda Accord has been around since 1976 and has been one of the best-selling automobiles in the U.S. since 1989. It is now in its 11th generation and still going strong. The 4th generation arrived in 1990 and included this… more»
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Two-Owner Survivor: 1997 Ford F250 HD SuperCab
Finding an affordable vehicle that can double as a tow vehicle or an accomplished off-roader is sometimes challenging, but this 1997 Ford F250 HD SuperCab could be an ideal candidate. It is a two-owner survivor that has been meticulously… more»
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17k Original Miles: 1987 Pontiac Fiero GT
Pontiac joined the mid-engine sports car market in 1984 with its new Fiero. Designed to be affordable and economical, it initially sold in respectable numbers. However, the figures tapered to the point where the company exited that market in… more»
