Hiding in this carport is a classic that could be ideal for an enthusiast contemplating a first restoration project. This 1963½ Ford Falcon Futura is a genuine survivor with a documented history and 38,000 miles on the clock. It… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Award Winner: 1972 Suzuki MT50 Trailhopper
“Am I blue? Am I blue? Ain’t these tears in these eyes telling you?” In my best Ray Charles voice. The seller lists this Suzuki MT50 Trailhopper as a 1971 model, but in 1971 they only came in orange…. more»
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One Family Owned: 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Six-Window Sedan
Bullet taillights and fins large enough to pose a threat to low-flying aircraft? That can only mean one thing. Our feature car is a 1959 Cadillac. More specifically, it is a Series 62 Six-Window Sedan. That it has belonged… more»
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Original Paint: 1967 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 With 70k Genuine Miles
Some survivor-grade classics will inevitably generate more interest than others when they hit the market. When the vehicle in question is a genuine 1967 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350, you can be sure that interest is high. The current owner… more»
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Posh Project: 1964 Imperial Crown
“The incomparable Imperial for 1964 is more than a new car. It is a totally new concept of what a fine car ought to be. It is the largest car built in America – and it has comforts, luxuries… more»
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1 of 30: 1999 Pontiac Trans Am Daytona 500
Based on the Firebird, the Pontiac Trans Am was one of the most successful of the “pony cars.” It arrived on the scene in 1969 and stayed around until 2002. To commemorate the auto’s 30th anniversary, a special edition… more»
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Impressive Stash Of Swedes Cars In Nebraska
As I learned from experience, the Volvo 1800, in either the made-in-Britain Jensen version or “S for Sweden” later incarnation, does not want to be left outside. They rust prodigiously, and they’re challenging to repair correctly. That’s why this… more»
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Super Clean TJ: 1996 Jeep Wrangler
The TJ-series of the Jeep Wrangler is going to be an item to watch if you’re like me and enjoy hypothesizing about future vehicle values. From its classic Jeep looks to the fact that the Wrangler began to evolve… more»
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JDM Pack Mule: 1982 Honda CT50 Motra
“A reliable bike that lets you ride through the fields and mountains like a 4WD. If you go by Motra, the earth will quickly turn into an interesting land.” It goes on, “I want to act light, but I… more»
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Century Survivor: 1991 Buick Custom Wagon
Them station wagons are a rollin’, and continuing in that vein, I have another one for you, a real not-so-barn-indy example in the form of a 1991 Buick Century. This is definitely not the type of car we usually… more»
BF Exclusive: 1979 Cadillac Seville
Cadillac faced the most significant challenge in its history during the 1970s. The company had developed a reputation for successfully producing large and luxurious vehicles offering almost unparalleled comfort and isolation from the outside world. However, the rise of… more»
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Low-Mile 1995 Mercedes E320 Wagon
I’m on a bit of a station wagon bender. Yesterday it was this 1953 Chevy, today I have a 1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 for your review and I’ll have another subject, either later today or tomorrow, one that some might… more»
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Carport Find: 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V
“This is the Continental Mark V, a worthy successor to the classic Continentals . . . a continuation of the personal car concept originally expressed in Edsel Ford’s Continental and refined in the Continental Mark II . . …. more»
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FWD Muscle: 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
If you compiled a list of the most significant cars to roll off production lines in post-war America, several vehicles could be notable inclusions. The original Mustang would be a contender because it was a vehicle that almost singlehandedly… more»
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Base Model Survivor: 1983 Toyota Celica GT
The Toyota Celica has long been a familiar nameplate among sporty Japanese coupes, and the model eventually became a bit of a hot rod with various trims offering turbocharged engines, high-strung 4-cylinders, and optional all-wheel drive. But like every… more»
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51K Mile 1987 Chevrolet Camaro
Do you ever notice the modern-day equivalent of a base model Ford Mustang or Chevrolet Camaro while in traffic? In other words, something along the lines an EcoBoost-equipped Mustang or a Camaro with the V6. Chances are, you wouldn’t,… more»
