The Super Sport was introduced as an option on the Impala in 1961. It was a performance automobile that sold in small numbers (less than 500) until Chevrolet had a change in strategy. Said change was to focus on… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Refurbished Daily Driver: 1976 Chevrolet Nova
The popular Chevy Nova got its final redesign in 1975 which would carry the car through the balance of the decade. It would be replaced in 1980 by the front-wheel-drive Citation which was not an improvement (in some people’s… more»
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Tidy Driver: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary
Who doesn’t like a party? It seems that Pontiac did, throwing a shindig in 1979 to celebrate a special anniversary. The guest of honor was its iconic Trans Am, which celebrated ten years since the first cars rolled off… more»
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Final Year Fuelie: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
Sometimes, a manufacturer will drop a specific option from its model range because it doesn’t sell in sufficient numbers to justify production. However, there are rare occasions where a new feature will undermine an existing one on price alone,… more»
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32k Mile Survivor? 1968 Jeep Jeepster Commando
Launched in 1966, the Jeepster Commando SUV was designed to compete with the likes of the Ford Bronco and International Scout. It did fairly well until after Jeep was acquired from Kaiser by American Motors, but demand began to… more»
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Bumper Filler Needed: 1976 Cadillac Eldorado
There aren’t many big, luxurious two-door cars being made anymore, but at the time, we didn’t think a thing about a car like this 1976 Cadillac Eldorado being unusual. Out of reach yes, unusual, no. Of course, I wasn’t… more»
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Out of Hibernation: 1971 Lotus Europa S2
It’s hard to overstate how tiny these cars are. The 1971 Lotus Europa is only 3.54 feet tall, meaning it would be about knee level for Wilt Chamberlain. The minuscule British sports car, which looks something like a bread… more»
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Would You Daily Drive A 46K Mile Car? 1975 Camaro LT
The second-generation Camaro could be all things from all people. From a six-cylinder pussycat to a sporty Z28, these cars could be ordered exactly how the customer wanted. It would be nice to have a vehicle like this 1975… more»
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1 of 1580: 1973 Lotus Europa TC (Twin Cam)
The Lotus Europa was an English-built, GT-style, mid-engine sports car produced from 1966 to 1975. It found some limited success in the U.S. until it became too difficult to meet changing U.S. safety standards. This variant from 1975 is… more»
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Best One Left? 1978 AMC Pacer D/L Station Wagon
Some cars slip easily from public consciousness once production ends. Others are saved from obscurity by fortunate circumstances. The AMC Pacer enjoys a devoted following, but it could have been ignored by the broader community if it weren’t for… more»
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258 Miles in 25 Years! 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
We’re no strangers to low-mile classics at Barn Finds, but some deserve greater recognition than others. This 1972 Corvette is a perfect example because the seller recently purchased it from the previous owner, who clocked a mere 258 miles… more»
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No Reserve: 1988 Mercury Cougar LS
The pages of automotive history books overflow with brands that are no longer with us. Some went out in a blaze of glory, while others created barely a ripple when they disappeared. Sadly, Mercury falls into the second category… more»
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Droptop Project: 1990 Dodge Dakota Convertible
Technically a Dodge Dakota Sport, reportedly only 909 examples of this unique convertible pickup were made for the 1990 model year. We’ve seen a few examples here on Barn Finds over the years and this may be the one… more»
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Stupendous Silver Spur: 1985 Rolls-Royce
Now this is a dignified automobile! When I spy a new Rolls-Royce I see a brick with headlights and refrigerator door handles – hardly the case with this 1985 Silver Spur. Nope, I see understated, non-pretensious elegance. Unfortunately, the… more»
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5.0-Liter/5-Speed: 1985 Ford Mustang GT
I’ve long been a fan of the Fox-Body Mustang and find cars like this 1985 GT particularly attractive. The styling remains almost European, but the facelift Ford performed for that year added a touch of aggression. This GT is… more»
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Barn Find! 1960 MGA 1600 Roadster Project
Export, or perish. Here in the US, we forget the impact that two world wars and a depression wrought on Great Britain – and we forget that the UK government made exports to the US an imperative. Earning dollars… more»
