In 1945, Henry J. Kaiser and Joseph Frazer started an automaker, Kaiser-Frazer, from the seeds of financially stretched Graham-Paige Motors. Their first cars sold well to an eager public who was willing to buy almost anything. But Kaiser was… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Dec 13, 2022 • For Sale • 23 Comments
33k Documented Miles: 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera
It can be easy to dismiss cars from the 1980s and question their worth as genuine classics. However, any vehicle capable of surviving for nearly four decades deserves a closer look. This is especially true if that car presents… more»
Dec 13, 2022 • For Sale • 50 Comments
$65,000 Worth Of Cool: The Highwayman Truck
So apparently, there’s a TV show that I don’t know about. How did this happen? I watch Knight Rider every day that I’m not on the road and this custom (did I even have to say that this is… more»
Dec 12, 2022 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Low-Mile Time Machine: 1977 Dodge Travco 290
Evolved from a rig called the Dodge Frank Motor Home, these quality-built and luxurious-for-the-time Travco motorhomes are still revered today. The seller has this 1977 Travco 290 listed here on eBay and it’s also listed here on Hemmings, where… more»
Dec 12, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
29k Original Miles: 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 LT
Although it was an evolution of the previous year’s offerings, the 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 LT was longer and heavier than its predecessor. The changes were forced upon the new model to comply with tighter safety standards, although the… more»
Dec 12, 2022 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Driving Project: 1972 Plymouth Duster
Apart from some minor touch-ups, this 1972 Plymouth Duster is an original and unmolested survivor. It is a prime candidate for a restoration, although it could serve equally well as the foundations for a custom build. Its rust issues… more»
Dec 12, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Daily Driver Survivor: 1979 GMC Jimmy High Sierra 4×4
I remember seeing my first ad for the new GMC Jimmy. Jimmy? Wha? I knew a few friends that gave their dogs “human” names, such as Zeke, or Bob, but giving an SUV the name of Jimmy? Well, apparently… more»
Dec 11, 2022 • For Sale • 3 Comments
40th Anniversary Six-Speed: 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
The 1993 Chevrolet Corvette 40th Anniversary model is known for its distinctive ruby red paint job with a matching leather interior. While not necessarily any more powerful than the standard model, the unique color scheme made it a standout…. more»
Dec 11, 2022 • For Sale • 21 Comments
$13,000 1986 Honda Z50RD Christmas Special!
If a regular Honda Z50 monkey bike isn’t valuable enough for you, and you need a gift that would make kids of all ages happy, you could do worse than bidding on this 1986 Honda Z50RD Christmas Special. The… more»
Dec 11, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Good Buy? 1994 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning
I wonder how many years or decades it’ll be before a “new” Ford Lightning EV pickup shows its dusty face on Barn Finds? Until then, we give you this 1994 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning! The seller has this one… more»
Dec 11, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
No Reserve: 1990 Dodge D350 Ram Pickup
Towing a heavy load can be challenging for some vehicles. Still, this 1990 Dodge D350 Ram Pickup should take such challenges in its stride courtesy of the original owner’s decision to order it with the Cummins Turbo Diesel under… more»
Dec 11, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Super-Looking SuperCab: 1987 Ford F250 Lariat XLT 4×4
I don’t know about you, but I can just feel the cold when I look at that backdrop of a snowy, wintery Idaho farm field. I’m guessing this Ford F250 was quickly whisked back into its garage where it’s… more»
Dec 11, 2022 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Roller Coaster: 1977 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon
As basically a blank slate, this 1977 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon is crying out for some smaller bumpers, not to mention a drivetrain to fill in the gaping hole where the existing drivetrain would have been. The seller has… more»
Dec 10, 2022 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Last-Year Model: 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ
Pontiac released its Fourth Generation Grand Prix in 1977, and although it was slightly smaller than its predecessor, it was a relative giant compared to subsequent models. This 1977 Grand Prix SJ is from the final year of Fourth… more»
Dec 10, 2022 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Bob Hope Golf Cart: 1985 Golf & Country by Western
Western Golf Cart Manufacturing was a leader in the production of electric golf carts and built special editions like this one for the annual Bob Hope Chrysler Desert Classic Tournament. This one is said to be from 1985 and… more»
Dec 10, 2022 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Supercharged Six: 1990 Mercury Cougar XR7
When Mercury introduced its Seventh Generation Cougar in 1989, buyers weren’t aware of its significance. It represented the final rear-drive variant, with the Eighth (and last) Generation migrating to a front-wheel-drive configuration. Those seeking extra performance could order their… more»
