Appearing to be a solid survivor, and an interesting one with its exposed surface rust on the hood and roof (or is that patina?) (crickets), this 1978 Ford F-250 Ranger SuperCab 4×4 is listed here on eBay in Lakewood,… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Single Family Drop-Top: 1957 Pontiac Star Chief
Until 1957, the Star Chief was a top-line Pontiac automobile. That’s when the Bonneville was introduced as a limited production convertible with fuel injection. Because that was an expensive car, buyers were few at 630 copies. But you could… more»
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Basic Wheels: 1978 Chevrolet Nova
The Chevy Nova enjoyed a long run on its rear-wheel-drive platform. From 1962 to 1979, it was probably the best-selling compact car of its era. This 1978 edition may have things that will turn off some buyers, such as… more»
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Field Find: 1938 Silver King R66
While not an Atlantic Tarpon, or Mexican wrestling legend César Cuauhtémoc González Barrón, or even the Hunt brothers who attempted to corner the world’s silver market a few decades ago, this tractor is also known as a Silver King,… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL Roadster
UPDATE – This one sold quickly! It’s headed off to Reader Shane L’s home. Congrats to Shane and David! There are few feelings as enjoyable as slipping behind the wheel of a classic Convertible on a sunny day for… more»
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Toyota Time Capsule: 19k-Mile 1988 Corolla FX Hatchback
Being the former owner of two Toyota Corolla’s (a 1977 and a 1991), I can attest to their reliability and toughness. Sure, they weren’t sexy, but if you needed a no-nonsense second car that never left you stranded, you… more»
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Turbo Truck: 1986 Toyota SR5 Pickup
Everyone loses their mind at the so-called “Marty McFly truck,” the blacked-out Toyota pickup that looks just like the one he was gifted at the end of the first installment of Back to the Future. It’s understandable, really, as… more»
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Parked Since 2012: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
Here’s a mid-year follow-up that might catch your attention if you’ve been watching the early C3 market. This 1973 Chevrolet Corvette is listed on craigslist out of Gold Hill, Oregon with an asking price of $18,000, and it comes… more»
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Spanish Trials Bike: 1969 Bultaco Sherpa T250
Decades after British riders dominated the sport of trials riding while riding British bikes, and about a decade before Honda entered the growing market for Japanese motorcycles, a Spanish company called Bultaco was making its mark in this specialized… more»
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Perfect Is Overrated? 1971 Buick Skylark For $22K
Some enthusiasts state that while they always admire perfection, they prefer classics parked in their garage to have a few flaws. I initially struggled to understand this philosophy, but I get where those people are coming from. Owners of… more»
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Estate Find: 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis with 3,340 Original Miles!
Estates often prove to be an excellent source of low-mile classics, and such is the case with this 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis. The original owner placed the car into storage many years ago, and following her passing, the family… more»
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64k Original Miles: 1975 Porsche 914 2.0
This 1975 Porsche 914 2.0 is a genuine survivor. As such, it isn’t perfect. However, it is a fairly tidy classic that has spent its life in a favorable climate that has protected it from potential rust issues. It… more»
BF Exclusive: 1994 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning
A sports car-truck? Sports truck? We’ve seen many Ford SVT Lightning pickups here on Barn Finds over the years, and I’m a huge fan of the first-generation models. This one is a bit unusual, being fitted with a custom… more»
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Island Survivor: 1972 Ford Pinto Wagon
On the surface level, daily driving a Ford Pinto wagon may not seem like a thrill. But any car, no matter how humble, can suddenly seem a bit more endearing when you consider its history. In the case of… more»
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Your New Home? 1956 Milwaukee Road Caboose
What would you do with a former railroad caboose? Appearing to have been parked (sided?) for years or maybe decades, we don’t know too much about the history of this 1956 Milwaukee Road Caboose. It can be found listed… more»
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1962 Rambler Classic Custom 2-Door Club Sedan
A one-year-only top-trim-level car for $3,500? Yes, please. This rare 1962 Rambler Classic Custom 2-Door Club Sedan is listed here on Facebook Marketplace in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, and they’re asking $3,500. Here is the original listing, and thanks… more»
