Defining perfection in the classic world is challenging, particularly if the vehicle in question is considered a total package, including the driving experience. However, if the term only describes the physical condition, it becomes significantly easier. That is the… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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455/4-Speed: 1971 Pontiac Trans Am
Many classic cars took a beating in the market during 2023, although the situation has stabilized for a few. One of those is the 1971 Pontiac Trans Am. Values have remained consistent for over six months, meaning the opportunity… more»
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Original Paint: 1979 Chevrolet K10 Cheyenne 4×4
Finding a classic Pickup that hasn’t led a hard life can be challenging because many have earned their living as workhorses. This 1979 Chevrolet K10 Cheyenne is an exception. The seller claims it still wears its original paint, and… more»
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V8 And 4-Speed: 1972 International 1110 4×4
Looking heavy-duty for a pickup known as a company’s “Light Line” model, this 1972 International 1110 4×4 pickup is one rugged truck. The seller has it listed here on Facebook Marketplace in impossibly beautiful Newport Beach, California where I… more»
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49k Original Miles: 1966 Ford Mustang Fastback
Restore or preserve? That is the question facing the new owner of this 1966 Ford Mustang Fastback. It is claimed to have a genuine 49,000 miles on its odometer, and the presentation of various aspects of this classic makes… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1991 Ford Escort GT
When I was in my teens, a Ford Escort GT was not exactly a cool car. It was interesting, yes, as it was certainly gussied up quite a bit in ways that appealed to young drivers: a bodykit, unique… more»
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42 Years In A Barn: 1969 Dodge A100 Pickup
The last Dodge A100 pickup that we saw here was just over a year ago, they don’t turn up too often. Cab forward pickups had a reputation as being somewhat unwieldy in quick braking situations with most of the… more»
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Original Paint: 1974 Ford Bronco
The First Generation Ford Bronco is renowned for two things; Disappointing initial sales and the tendency to rust. However, occasionally one will emerge that defies the odds. Such is the case with this 1974 example. It rolled off the… more»
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Clean Sahara Edition: 1992 Jeep Wrangler
My personal favorite Jeep era is the early to middle 90s YJ, with its squared-off headlights and durable 4.0 I6 power. This, to me, was the purest expression of the Wrangler model, and it was made even better with… more»
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Gorgeous Gold Olds: 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
“For 1969, Toronado is longer and more luxurious than ever. Its sculpted styling is impressively refined. But there’s no mistaking that great look. It’s still strictly Toronado.” That’s how the Oldsmobile marketing folks described their innovative, and most unconventional,… more»
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24k-Mile Sedan: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass S
It’s an interesting automotive week at Barn Finds when readers send us tips on not one but two 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass sedans recently coming out of the woodwork, with each showing only 24,000 miles on their odometers, and somewhat… more»
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Special Delivery from Your Past: 1972 AMC Jeep DJ-5 Dispatcher
As we are thrust headlong into a world with autonomous cars, drones, and cyber everything, it is refreshing to look back at how simple life was when we were growing up. Little things that were somewhat unnoticed constants in… more»
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Triple Pickle: 1973 Chrysler New Yorker Brougham
“If you are considering something more in a car than just size alone . . . you want to look at a Chrysler New Yorker Brougham. It’s an enormously comfortable car that lends new meaning to the words “luxurious”… more»
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The Real Deal? 1992 Ford F-150 Nite Edition
It’s hard to tell if this 1992 Ford F-150 Nite Edition is real or not. It’s almost too good to be true, you can spend more getting head gaskets changed or a transmission rebuild than the seller is asking… more»
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21k Mile Survivor: 1987 Dodge Diplomat Salon
The 1980s Dodge Diplomat was the end of an era. These were rear-wheel-drive V8 sedans that had the engine mounted facing forward with a hump in the floor above the automatic transmission. This version of the Diplomat ran from… more»
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1968 Oldsmobile Delmont 88 Holiday Coupe
“Delmont 88: Lowest-priced of all the full-size ’68 Youngmobiles. Lower-looking outside. More luxurious inside. Powered by a new generation of Rocket V-8s: Bigger. Quieter. Smoother. More economical to operate.” So says a 1968 Oldsmobile, or “Youngmobile” brochure. The seller… more»
