When you think of Volvo – you mostly think of the boxy wagons popular in the 1980s and 1990s, but before this was the ever-beautiful P1800. Styled by a subsidiary of Ghia, the P1800 has stood the test of… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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1-of-4: 1948 Tucker 48
Preston Tucker was a man who divides opinions. Some view him as a visionary with a realistic goal of breaking the stranglehold enjoyed by Detroit’s “Big Three” on the American vehicle manufacturing landscape. Others see him as little more… more»
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Moving Sale: 1968 Fiat 850 Spider
Historians will look back and see that Americans migrated from state to state more during the last ten years than at any other time in our history since World War II. While there are many different reasons, what we… more»
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One Family Owned: 1973 Plymouth Gold Duster
We’ve seen a recent influx of interesting Mopar classics at Barn Finds, with some looking more promising than others. This 1973 Plymouth Gold Duster is a gem that has been part of the same family since it rolled off… more»
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62k Mile Survivor: 1974 AMC Hornet Sedan
American Motors brought back the Hornet name in 1970 for its new compact that replaced the aged American. That change also brought an end to the use of the Rambler moniker. The car would remain in production through 1977… more»
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One of One Baldwin Vette: 1972 Baldwin-Motion Moray GT
While custom versions of nearly every car have been crafted, C3 Corvettes always seemed to attract a large percentage of amateur and professional customizers. Why? Fiberglass is much easier to work with than steel or aluminum, and the ability… more»
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No Reserve: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe
The release of the C2 was a game-changer for Chevrolet’s Corvette. The company focused more on handling to create a genuine driver’s car. However, the introduction of a Coupe variant made the Corvette a practical all-weather cruiser for the… more»
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28K Original Miles: 1987 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
A friend and I were recently discussing the virtues of buying a higher mileage hobby car because of the obvious appeal of not being afraid to use it. The value would likely remain consistent with what you paid for… more»
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Ultimate Car Hauler: 1988 Citroen Tissier
In my dreams, after getting the 10-car garage, as well as filling it with all kinds of amazing classics, I want to turn my attention to getting those out of the road – to shows. But I don’t want… more»
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No Reserve: 1974 Ford F-250 Ranger Highboy
“No Reserve” are two words that guarantee a classic will generate interest when it hits the market. Such is the case with this 1974 Ford F-250 Ranger Highboy. It is an unmolested classic, and while it isn’t perfect, it… more»
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Ultimate Driving Machine: 1988 BMW 535i
Well, this is a first for me, I’ve never covered a BMW 535i, and actually, I don’t recall ever covering a BMW. No barn find here but this is a sharp looking 1988 535i and the seller claims that… more»
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1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 428 Cobra Jet 4-Speed
Although it had become bigger and heavier during its production life, many enthusiasts believe that cars like this 1970 Mach 1 represent the First Generation Mustang at the peak of its power. The increased dimensions allowed Ford to shoehorn… more»
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Turbo Diesel Two-Door: 1983 Mercedes 300CD
Like so many other middle-of-the-road classics, the W123-series Mercedes-Benz got a bit of a price bump in recent years thanks to pandemic-era pricing. That trend has leveled off significantly for many of these cars and the W123 is not… more»
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Mint 23k Miler? 1979 Lincoln Versailles
The Palace of Versailles was the fabled French royal residence until the royals lost their heads over a minor political disagreement. As it is currently one of the most impressive museums in the world and a landmark of French… more»
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Best Yellowstone Souvenir Ever: 1925 White 12 Passenger Bus
It is said that all we will have in the end is memories. For those who have made the pilgrimage to Yellowstone, there are a lot of memories swimming around in their brains. From majestic peaks to amazing animals,… more»
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Recently Restored: 1956 Continental Mark II
Economic rationalism means that few modern manufacturers will produce a vehicle as a “price is no object” exercise and then sell the new model at a loss. However, Ford pursued that path with the 1956 Continental Mark II. It… more»
