It is always sad when a classic crosses our desks at Barn Finds where the owner must sell due to deteriorating health. Such is the case with this 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 LTD. It presents exceptionally well for a… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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BF Auction: 1966 Acadian Canso
UPDATE – The seller was able to put this rare Canso on a lift to take underside photos, so we are rerunning the auction. They also spoke with the previous owner and got more information about the engine build…. more»
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Green On Green: 1971 Dodge Dart 225 Slant-Six
The seller lists the mileage of this 1971 Dodge Dart as being 5,600, but unless the stars have somehow aligned, there’s total political harmony, and everything is perfect in the world, I’m guessing it’s 105,600 miles. This can be… more»
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BF Auction: 1966 Chevrolet El Camino 350 V8/4-Speed
Update – The seller has reduced their reserve. And they have added a walkaround video. We’ve talked about “box-checkers” here on Barn Finds before, and I’m not talking about the people bagging your groceries at the checkout line. I… more»
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59k Original Miles: 1969 Buick Wildcat
Here at Barn Finds, we love it when readers spot a classic for sale, then take the time to make us aware of it by submitting a tip through our website. Unless it’s a vehicle a member of our… more»
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21,000 Original Miles: 1997 Porsche Boxster
There’s a growing appreciation for the first-generation Porsche Boxster as one of the best deals out there for an entry-level sports car. I’m not sure if the Boxster was dragged down by the initial distaste for the water-cooled 996… more»
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V6 Survivor: 1988 Toyota Camry LE
The “grandma car” is one of the more charming terms used in the automotive world, typically describing a vehicle that falls into one of two (or both) categories: incredibly well maintained and completely ordinary car, or a vehicle that… more»
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Weekend Driver: 1968 Pontiac GTO
There is nothing more satisfying than slipping behind the wheel of a classic car for a spot of relaxed weekend motoring. It provides the owner with some much-needed downtime as they escape the frantic world of weekdays. That is… more»
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27K Original Miles: 1987 Chevrolet Corvette Callaway Twin Turbo
When Reeves Callaway set about choosing a model to enhance and offer a high-performance version of, he didn’t take kindly to failure. His goals were all-encompassing, meaning he desired not just a fast car, but one that seemingly didn’t… more»
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One-Owner Astroroof: 1982 Cadillac Eldorado
It is sometimes thought that luxury and affordability are mutually exclusive. However, that doesn’t always need to be the case if you assess this 1982 Cadillac Eldorado. It presents exceptionally well as a one-owner survivor, aided by an odometer… more»
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79k Original Miles: 1968 Pontiac Grand Prix
Personal Luxury Cars proved to be big business during the 1960s as manufacturers sought to access a market segment created by the Ford Thunderbird. Pontiac’s Grand Prix was a worthy contender, and this 1968 example is a beauty. It… more»
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Original 455: 1970 Oldsmobile 442
This 1970 Oldsmobile 442 offers its new owner a perfect blend of performance and comfort. Its 455ci V8 provides plenty of power, while the interior options ensure that every journey feels special. The seller’s listing indicates that they are… more»
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5k Original Miles: 1987 Chevrolet Mone Carlo SS
If you missed the chance to own a 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS when they still graced showroom floors, fate may have provided you with a second chance. This Monte Carlo looks striking, and its immaculate condition is the… more»
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Stepside Survivor: 1967 Chevrolet C10 Stepside
It’s hard to beat a working truck, something simple, tough, with a straight-six and a three-on-the-tree manual. The Stepside bed just kicks it up a notch, and seeing the spare tire actually mounted on the side like that is… more»
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Really Cheap Wheels! 1999 Mercury Sable LS
For 20 years, between 1986 and 2005, the Sable was Mercury’s counterpart to the popular Ford Taurus. During the third generation (1996-99), the Sable copied the “oval” design of about everything about the other car, also to the Taurus…. more»
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True Survivor? 1941 Plymouth Super Deluxe
When I first saw the “tip” for this 1941 Plymouth Super Deluxe, courtesy of T.J., I was on the fence about covering it. As we have all discussed many times before, pre- and immediate postwar domestic cars don’t generate… more»
