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Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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1954 Kaiser Manhattan Supercharged Sedan
1954 was an unusual year for Kaiser Motors Corp. It can be confusing to identify the exact model as many were rebadged 1953 models, but this 1954 Kaiser Manhattan Supercharged Sedan is a K-542 so there’s no confusion here… more»
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Spotless Survivor: 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis LS Colony Park
Rumors regularly surface suggesting that at least one domestic manufacturer is considering reintroducing a Station Wagon to its model range. However, that has proven to be nothing but hot air so far, meaning those seeking a Wagon must either… more»
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Baby Bentley: 1937 Austin 7 Nippy Roadster
The Nippy was a 2-seat roadster based on the Austin 7 (or Seven), built in England between 1934/35 and 1937. Production numbers were low, so the quantity of survivors today can’t be large. Due to their low weight and… more»
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Recently Revived: 1976 Datsun 280Z
Datsun always claimed that it didn’t draw inspiration from the Jaguar E-Type when designing its iconic 240Z and its successors, but few believed that. From the long nose hiding a six-cylinder engine to the rear hatch, the similarities are… more»
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No Reserve: 1986 Buick Grand National
The muscle car sector has traditionally been the exclusive preserve of V8-powered vehicles, but that hasn’t always been the case. There was one bright moment during the 1980s when Buick embraced emerging technology to produce some of the most… more»
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1-of-1: 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A
Stating that any classic is unique or a genuine 1-of-1 vehicle is fraught with dangers because there will always be people who will question such claims. However, there seems to be little doubt about this 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A…. more»
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Nicest One Left? 1980 Mercury Bobcat
How have we only seen four other 1980 Mercury Bobcats here on Barn Finds and we’ve probably seen several dozen Pintos? As if a Pinto doesn’t stand out enough in the crowd of Camaros, Mustangs, Corvettes, and Chargers, I… more»
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60k Mile Survivor: 1977 AMC Pacer D/L Wagon
We’ve seen many AMC Pacers here on Barn Finds, in both sedan and wagon variety, and this has to be one of the nicest wagon versions that I can think of off-hand. The seller has this 1977 AMC Pacer… more»
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Rust-Free 37k Mile 1978 Ford Fairmont Squire
A really interesting car, the Ford Fairmont was a square design that came between two much sleeker cars, the Maverick and Tempo. It was offered in a two-door sedan, a two-door coupe, a four-door sedan, and a four-door wagon…. more»
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39K Mile 1984 Pontiac Fiero 2M4
Regarding collecting cars, some enthusiasts subscribe to the notion that you should aspire to own either the earliest or the latest versions of a certain model. The earlier models are almost prototype-like in their design, with some features that… more»
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640 Original Miles! 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
There’s rare, and then there’s rare; and then there’s ridiculously rare with delivery miles. This 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 falls into the last category, as it’s not only basically new in the wrapper with just 640 miles on the… more»
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One Family Owned: 1924 Ford Model T Roadster Pickup
While the age of the Model T Ford is far in our rearview mirror, the impact of this amazing vehicle still lives with us today. The incredible sales of the Model T were partially responsible for our current automotive… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1989 Ford LTD Crown Victoria LX
Another luxury car with blackwall tires, this 1989 Ford LTD Crown Victoria LX could sure use some tire bling. White walls would make a world of difference on this car, I’m not sure why an owner (or seller) would… more»
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57K-Mile Survivor: 1982 Chrysler Cordoba
Looking great in Glacier Blue Crystal Coat and a Cream-colored padded landau vinyl roof, this 1982 Chrysler Cordoba appears to be even more base-spec than any brochure shows, with blackwall tires and dog dish hubcaps. I like that look… more»
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No Reserve: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
Locating an original classic that provides a few options for a buyer to consider is tempting. Such is the case with this 1979 Pontiac Trans am. It presents nicely as an unmolested survivor, but lifting its presentation with fresh… more»
