I prefer my classics unmolested, which is why I was drawn to this 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. The seller states that as a genuine survivor, it isn’t perfect. However, it has a mere 26,000 miles on the clock, and… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Original 440: 1967 Plymouth GTX
One of the challenges of writing for Barn Finds is accentuating a classic’s strengths and weaknesses without portraying the car as something it isn’t. It is easy to get carried away, and I admit to doing so in the… more»
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994 Original Miles: 1981 DMC DeLorean
Some cars are an immediate hit. They sell in exceptional numbers, returning a healthy profit to the manufacturer, paving the way for bigger and better things. Then there is the DMC DeLorean. It faced a perfect storm of issues… more»
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Tidy Rubber Bumper: 1974.5 MGB Roadster
The odometer on this 1974 MG MGB Roadster in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, reads 21,604 miles, but it might have turned over once. The low mileage could actually be believable because the car looks pretty darned good for its age…. more»
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Nicest One Left? 1968 Buick Skylark Custom
In 1964, General Motors promoted several of its compacts to mid-size status. That included the Buick Special and Skylark. The first redesign in that configuration came in 1968, and the Buicks obtained “quirky” styling compared to the Chevy Chevelle… more»
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1995 Nissan XE King Cab 4×4 V6 5-Speed
Cloud White is the color (or tone) of this 1995 Nissan D21 Hardbody XE King Cab 4×4 pickup, and it’s quite a departure from the company’s first pickup offered in the U.S. in the late 1950s, the 220-series. The… more»
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54k-Mile Estate Find: 1996 Buick Roadmaster Wagon
In 1991, Buick revived the Roadmaster nameplate after a 33-year absence. It replaced the former Buick Estate, though the platform was the same. At first, only a wagon was marketed, but a 4-door sedan arrived shortly thereafter. The seller… more»
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RS-Style Survivor: 1975 Chevrolet Camaro
This 1975 Chevrolet Camaro is just a short drive from its original home near Vancouver BC. Appearing to have originally been a Sport Coupe, it now boasts Rally Sport (RS) styling with classic tri-color decals, giving it a sleeker… more»
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S-Code 390: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback
The popular Ford Mustang got its first styling update in 1967. And part of that was to enlarge the engine compartment to accommodate big-block V8s. Such is the case with the seller’s car, which has one of those motors,… more»
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Ford 302 Swap: 1963 International Scout 80
What might be the two greatest concerns of someone interested in an early International Scout? The most obvious is rust, and the second is how to deal with traffic when you’ve got 86 net horsepower under the hood. This… more»
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Stored 40 Years: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS
This 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS 350 demonstrates that there are still some desirable classics lurking in sheds and barns, awaiting the moment when someone liberates them and returns them to their rightful place on our roads. The Camaro recently… more»
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427-Powered: 1966 Ford GT40 Clone
Few shapes in automotive history are as recognizable as the Ford GT40, and that iconic profile continues to inspire a wide range of replica and kit builds. This 1966 GT40 Mk I–style clone, currently listed on eBay, is one… more»
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1-of-1 Fox Body: 1983 Ford Mustang GT
Another day, another 1 of 1 muscle car. The Marti Report has become one of the most trusted resources in the Ford Mustang community for deciphering VIN numbers and assessing granular-level production details. It’s incredible what you can find… more»
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Owned 50 Years: 1970 Porsche 911T Targa
Originality still dominates the collector car field as the one quality that will always drive a strong price. These days, there tends to be less interest in highly original but otherwise overwhelming projects (unless you have deep pockets); most… more»
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Rare Big-Block: 425HP L78 396 Crate Engine
For enthusiasts chasing period-correct performance, few names carry as much weight as Chevrolet’s L78 396. This example, currently listed on eBay, is described as one of a limited group of crate engines offered by General Motors in 1965, making… more»
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19k Mile V8 Survivor: 1975 Chevrolet Monza
The first time Chevrolet used the Monza nameplate was on the 1960s Corvair. The moniker was revived in the mid-1970s and applied to a new compact derivative of the Vega subcompact. The Monza ran from 1975 to 1980 and… more»
