With a totally new look, Ford kicked up the Fairlane series a notch with the sleek design of the sixth-generation cars. I have to say that I still prefer the previous generation with stacked headlights and quaint, blocky look… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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50K-Mile Survivor: 1976 Ford Gran Torino Wagon
A nice, 1976 station wagon. That doesn’t sound like a car that would appeal to many people in 2025, but Barn Finds readers are a different bunch of humans (in a good way). The seller has this nice 1976… more»
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Stored for 56 Years: 1931 Studebaker Commander Victoria Coupe
Few prewar survivors turn up as complete or as solid as this 1931 Studebaker Commander Victoria Coupe, now listed here on eBay by a private seller. With its elegant proportions and straight-eight power, the Commander represented Studebaker’s vision of… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1981 Toyota SR5 Pickup
Some vehicles earn their legendary reputation through durability, and the early ’80s Toyota pickups are among them. Built to last, they were driven hard, used for work, and rarely survived in the kind of condition this one has. Listed… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1970 Plymouth Satellite
In 1965, the Chrysler B-body platform officially became a mid-size car after the full-size Dodges and Plymouths had erroneously been downsized in 1962. Also in ’65, the Satellite joined the roster as an upscale version of the Belvedere. The… more»
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BF Exclusive: 6,793-Mile 2001 Mustang GT
If you’ve been waiting for a New Edge Mustang GT that still feels factory fresh, this Barn Finds Exclusive might be the one that finally checks every box. Offered as a classified listing and showing just 6,793 actual miles,… more»
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New Interior: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442
Interior retrims can be a costly part of any project build, but the seller has removed that expense from the equation with this 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442. It is in good mechanical health, requiring an exterior refresh to present… more»
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Long Bed Driver: 1967 Chevrolet C-10
Some classic pickups are built for show, others for work—and then there are survivors like this 1967 Chevrolet C-10, listed here on craigslist out of Bend, Oregon, that have been revived with care to be a strong-running, reliable daily… more»
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1979 Dodge Li’l Red Express With 5,600 Original Miles
The automotive world was very different in the late 1970s. Emission regulations reduced many performance models to shadows of their former selves, leaving enthusiasts to long for the good old days. However, by exploiting a loophole in regulations, Dodge… more»
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Factory V8 Survivor: Original 1972 ‘Heavy Chevy’ Chevrolet Chevelle
Chevelle fans who appreciate originality may want to take a close look at this 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Heavy Chevy, listed for sale by its owner in Visalia, California, you can see it here on craigslist. The seller describes it… more»
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One Owner: 1981 BMW 320i
Like a dog paddling in a pond, BMW’s three-series was steady on top, with a lot going on underneath. The sporty sedan theme perfected by the 2002 persisted, but the car’s entire demeanor was refined. The styling remained boxy,… more»
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Great 289: 1968 Ford Fairlane Convertible
For some enthusiasts, affordability is a crucial consideration when assessing the merits of a project candidate. This 1968 Ford Fairlane Convertible ticks that box, although preservation is a viable option. Its interior is surprisingly good, and the engine bay… more»
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56k Mile Nocturne Blue: 1979 Pontiac Formula
While the second generation Trans Am was limited in colors in many years, Pontiac made sure the Formula could be ordered in an array of unique colors. For 1979, that included 11 different colors of which many were… more»
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97-Year-Old Woman Owned: 1994 Mercury Topaz
Said to have been owned by a 97-year-old woman and purchased from her estate, this 1994 Mercury Topaz GS two-door sedan is showing just 35,700 miles and looks nice in the photos. The seller has it posted here on… more»
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Update: 1977 Plymouth Gran Fury Brougham
UPDATE – This 1977 Plymouth Gran Fury Brougham sedan is listed for sale again, almost a year after it was featured back on December 23, 2024. It’s posted here on craigslist in Tomah, Wisconsin, with a cheaper asking price… more»
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Working A/C: 1989 Buick Riviera
This might only matter to a fan of Buick’s fantastic Riviera, but the 1989 model is a good one to have for a couple reasons: one of them is based in 1980s techno-kitsch, the other in new (and most… more»
