When the Comet compact was first conceived in the late 1950s, it was intended to be sold by the new Edsel division. But when Edsel folded as the 1960 models were going on sale, they were offered instead by… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Aug 18, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Early Example: 1964½ Ford Mustang Convertible
Early First Generation Mustangs are among the most coveted of the breed, making this 1964½ Convertible a desirable classic. It isn’t perfect, but the seller recently revived it after years of hibernation. It is a surprisingly solid and original… more»
Aug 17, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
77k Original Miles: 1969 Volvo 1800S
There was a time when I wouldn’t have given a Volvo more than a brief passing glance. I respected the company’s engineering, but its offerings never set my pulse racing. That attitude changed when my father decided to step… more»
Aug 17, 2022 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Time Capsule: 1985 Toyota Cressida Station Wagon
For some of us, the 1980s seem like very recent history. However, when I look at vehicles like this 1985 Toyota Cressida Station Wagon and realize that it is thirty-seven years old, it makes me wonder where the time… more»
Aug 17, 2022 • For Sale • 29 Comments
30,439 Original Miles: 1965 Pontiac GTO
Talk about a nice, low-mileage ’65 GTO with an interesting build sheet. Of the 42 previous 1965 GTO’s featured here on Barn Finds over the past decade, this is the first one ordered as a convertible with an automatic… more»
Aug 16, 2022 • For Sale • 15 Comments
1-of-6: 2004 Ferrari Enzo
The performance car world has always been one of moving targets. A top speed of 150mph was once seen as the preserve of exotic European sports cars, but you can now walk into your local Chevrolet or Ford dealership… more»
Aug 16, 2022 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Bob Hope’s Car? 1961 Lincoln Continental
Lincoln redesigned the Continental in 1961, dropping the over-the-top styling that had defined the 1958-60 editions. They were more conservative in appearance but lacked none of the creature comforts that would also appeal to Cadillac and Imperial people. The… more»
Aug 16, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
350/4-Speed: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette LT-1
By 1972, C3 Corvette buyers faced fewer engine options for their new purchase. However, those available still allowed the C3 to be a potent performer. While many focus on the big-block vehicles, others believe the LT1 version of the… more»
Aug 16, 2022 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Restore of Preserve? 1955 Oldsmobile 98 Holiday Coupe
Many enthusiasts will aspire to own a spotless classic and drive the object of their desire with their heads held high. However, some are undeniably attracted to owning a vehicle that wears its original tag like a badge of… more»
Aug 16, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
A True Mopar Survivor: 1968 Dodge Charger Barn Find
When it comes to naming quintessential muscle car’s of the 1960’s and 1970’s, the Dodge Charger is without question one such icon. Starting out as a show car in 1964, it became a concept the following year, which was… more»
Aug 16, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
24k Mile Survivor? 1954 Ford Crestline
Before the Fairlane 500 or Galaxie 500 would be at the top of the Ford food chain, there was the Crestline. It was only offered from 1952 to 1954 and was a step up from the Customline, which itself… more»
Aug 15, 2022 • For Sale • 15 Comments
1978 Dodge Colt Needs to Come in from the Cold
Uh-oh, someone’s getting kicked to the curb, and it’s this appealing little 1978 Dodge Colt, being sold from Minneapolis. The listing is here on eBay and is above $3600 with the reserve not met. Larry D is the eagle… more»
Aug 15, 2022 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Get outta Dodge! 1971 Dodge Tradesman 300 High Top Camper
There’s an odd irony in Dodge’s model name used for this camper van conversion — Tradesman — given that so many young people are opting to embrace an unfettered, untethered ‘nomadic’ lifestyle. They don’t really ply a trade though,… more»
Aug 15, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
One Family Owned: 1976 Chevrolet Corvette
A few important points are worth considering when hunting for a classic car to park in your garage. The first revolves around the subject of rust and whether that vehicle has spent its life in a climate favorable to… more»
Aug 15, 2022 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Original Survivor: 1962 Chrysler 300 Sport
For those passionate about Mopar products that couldn’t afford the considerable outlay for a “Letter Series” Chrysler in 1962, the company came to the party with the 300 Sport Series. While lacking the bells and whistles associated with its… more»
Aug 15, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Muscle Truck: 1990 Chevrolet SS 454 Pickup
One of the many challenges potential buyers face in their quest to locate a classic is finding one that has been appropriately maintained. The market is awash with vehicles that are a hit-or-miss proposition, but the news looks positive… more»
