Chevy introduced the El Camino in 1959 to compete against the Ford Ranchero. Both vehicles were station wagon-based “gentlemen’s pickups.” The El Camino was retired briefly after just two years only to return in 1964 as a variant of… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Sep 9, 2022 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Blue Plate Survivor: 1976 Mercury Comet
Badge engineering is nothing new in the automotive world, representing a sensible way for a manufacturer to maximize the return on the enormous costs involved in developing a new model. By sharing a platform across several makes utilizing little… more»
Sep 9, 2022 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Rarified Air Man! 1970 Pontiac GTO Judge
This listing surprised me. A 1970 Pontiac GTO “Judge” is a big deal find (Thanks Pat L!), especially in this condition and at this price. So, is it authentic? It certainly appears to be but let’s investigate. Located in… more»
Sep 8, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Buy the Car AND the Story: 1957 Corvette
One of the hard and fast rules of car collecting is that you buy the car not the story. What if the story is a good one and has documentation? If you are looking for a beautiful car with… more»
Sep 8, 2022 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Stunning Survivor: 1968 Buick LeSabre Custom 400
The history of this 1968 Buick LeSabre Custom 400 Hardtop is unclear, but it is a classic that carries the hallmarks of an existence treated with respect. It has no glaring faults or flaws and could be an affordable… more»
Sep 8, 2022 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Parking Lot Find: 1969 Jaguar E-Type
Imagine a street scene in the late 1960s in London – lots of old soot-covered buildings, and lots of new brutalist architecture being built, promising an exciting new concrete future, full of lines, grey concrete, and utopian ideas. Then… more»
Sep 8, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Original Paint: 1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible
When it comes to the classic world, the term “affordable” can prove difficult to define. That is because with wages and incomes varying widely, what one person may consider affordable may prove out of the reach of others. That… more»
Sep 8, 2022 • For Sale • 15 Comments
389 Tri-Power: 1965 Pontiac GTO
Ah, the “daddy.” Many people believe that the Pontiac GTO is the father of the muscle car, and who am I to argue? There’s no doubt that even in its most conservative form, the 1965 GTO offered stunning performance…. more»
Sep 8, 2022 • For Sale • 23 Comments
428 Cobra Jet: 1969 Mercury Cougar Eliminator
While Mercury marketed the First Generation Cougar as an upmarket alternative to the iconic Ford Mustang, ticking the right boxes on the Order Form brought enough power to satisfy most enthusiasts. That is the case with this 1969 Cougar… more»
Sep 7, 2022 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Only 3,944 Miles: 1991 Mazda Miata Special Edition
This is only the second 1991 Mazda Miata MX-5 Special Edition in British Racing Green we have featured here on Barn Finds. That first one had just 25,000 miles on it, but this one here has that one beat…. more»
Sep 7, 2022 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Rust-Free Survivor: 1965 Ford Mustang GT
One of the challenges facing buyers searching for a turnkey First Generation Mustang is finding an unmolested and rust-free candidate. They are out there, but sometimes potential buyers need to wade through a mass of unsuitable vehicles before an… more»
Sep 7, 2022 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Special Order Paint: 1969 Ford Bronco
The seller located this 1969 Ford Bronco hidden away in an Idaho barn. They purchased it from its original owner, intending to tackle a custom build. However, when they assessed its overall condition and Special Order paint, they decided… more»
Sep 7, 2022 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Rare 327/4-Speed: 1965 Chevrolet Nova 400
Buyers in the know could order their new 1965 Nova 400 with a tasty drivetrain combination. That is the case with our feature car, which is 1-of-319 featuring the range-topping L74 version of the company’s iconic 327ci V8. The… more»
Sep 7, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
17k Mile 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado Brougham
When Oldsmobile released its first Toronado in 1966, it was a ground-breaking vehicle that made the motoring world sit up and pay attention. It wasn’t the first front-wheel-drive car on the planet, but it was the first American example… more»
Sep 6, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
26k Original Miles: 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible
By 1966, Ford’s First Generation Mustang was at the peak of its power. Initial sales results were beyond the company’s wildest dreams, but 1966 saw 607,568 buyers storm dealerships to hand over their cash to get their slice… more»
Sep 6, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Pristine 1971 Ford Mustang Mach 1!
The performance option package for the already popular Ford Mustang hit the market with the 1969 model. A fresh new idea and name was needed in order to appeal to performance enthusiasts compared to the “GT” tag, which was… more»
