At the start of the 1980s, Porsche considered doing the unthinkable by abandoning its iconic rear-engine platform upon which models like the 911 and departed 912 models had been based. The front-engined 924 served well as an entry-level model,… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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In A Museum For 30 Years: 1950s Victor Golf Cart
Cybertruck, look out! This is a battery-powered vehicle that most of us can get behind. This would be a really fun project as a lot of us are finally past the worst months of winter and may be thinking… more»
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A Surprising Survivor: 1981 Chevrolet Citation
OK, so some of you are probably wondering what in the Sam Hill is a Chevy Citation, such as this 1981 two-door version doing here on the webpages of Barn Finds? Rocco B. thought it a worthy tip and… more»
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James Bond Had One: 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
From its inception in 1977, the Aston Martin V8 Vantage was tagged as England’s first “Supercar” because it was capable of an astonishing 170 mph. This was a grand touring car with plenty of luxury to go with all… more»
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Original 428: 1968 Ford Galaxie XL GT
I was raised in a household where classic Fords ruled the roost. My father demonstrated an unashamed passion for the company’s larger models from the 1950s and 1960s, and I guess it would be fair to say that I… more»
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One Family Owned, No Reserve! 1953 MG TD
Running, driving, project cars are few and far between – either the car is so much a project that it can’t be safely run, or it’s not a project at all. Here’s one that fits the bill – a… more»
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Update: Original Wide Ride – 1977 AMC Pacer
UPDATE – This 1977 AMC Pacer wagon is for sale again almost a year-and-a-half after it was featured here on Barn Finds. The same seller has lowered the price quite a bit ($1,500) and it may be worth checking… more»
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No Reserve: 2001 Dodge Viper RT/10
Some classic cars are subtle and restrained, while others have no idea what either of those words means. The Dodge Viper fits neatly into the second category as a brash sports car providing stunning performance. This 2001 Viper RT/10… more»
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Magnificently Maintained: 1959 Edsel Villager
Talk about rare! A 1959 Edsel Villager station wagon – when did you last encounter one of these? Besides the rarity factor, it’s also this car’s condition, it’s said to have had three previous owners, is all original, and… more»
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Survivor Quality Pony? 1966 Ford Mustang
If you worked on the assembly line at Ford in 1966, you probably clocked a lot of overtime. That’s when they built more than 607,000 copies of the new Mustang “pony car” (which would be its best sales year… more»
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Stylish Survivor: 1965 Chrysler Newport
“Believe it or not, this is our easy-to-own Chrysler Newport. 4275 pounds of very exciting automobile. You can’t buy this much car anywhere for less. The 1965 Chrysler is longer. Eighteen feet of comfort.” So says a brochure showing… more»
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Final Year 454: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Update 04/04/2024: Listing a classic car for sale is fraught with danger, and it is frustrating when a seemingly successful sale falls at the final hurdle courtesy of a non-paying bidder. That appears to have been the fate of… more»
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Preserve or Restore? 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS
It is a question that has long attracted different opinions among car enthusiasts. When a rock-solid classic appears to carry the survivor badge proudly, is preservation or restoration the most appropriate approach? Both sides can provide convincing arguments, which… more»
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Simply Stunning: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Sport Coupe
There are many reasons why a classic can garner attention, from inherent desirability to jaw-dropping presentation. This 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Sport Coupe may not be a Z28, but it is a car that appears to need nothing. Its panels… more»
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72k Original Miles: 1970 Jaguar E-Type 2+2
Jaguar introduced its iconic E-Type as an affordable alternative to European high-performance exotics. History shows that the E-Type has become less affordable with each passing year, with spotless examples typically beyond the reach of mere mortals. This 1970 2+2… more»
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28k Original Miles: 1974 Cadillac Eldorado
I am always irresistibly drawn to original, unmolested classics, especially if the car has a known ownership history. This 1974 Cadillac Eldorado features those traits, and the icing on the cake is its odometer reading of 28,000 original miles…. more»
