General Motor’s produced Cutlass models between 1961-1999, and the “4-4-2’s” fell in the 1968-1987 range. This particular car isn’t technically considered a “four-four-two” as it does not have the 4-speed manual transmission, or even the 400 cubic inch engine…. more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Barn Snoozing Z: 1981 Datsun 280ZX
Cars hidden away and in a deep sleep for 10 years or more in barns, sheds, warehouses, even storage units, come up regularly here on Barn Finds. They’re still out there, folks. The seller bought this 1981 280ZX from… more»
Modified Original: 1978 Ford Mustang King Cobra
The second-generation Ford Mustang II was a return to the smaller Mustang. Over the previous decade, the first-gen cars had grown a lot, and just in time for the gas crunch and gas shortages of 1973. The seller has… more»
The Name Game: 1978 Dodge Li’l Red Express
The 800-pound gorilla and/or elephant in the room in regard to these trucks is always the name, it bounces around more than a Senate committee hearing and there are more variations than there are “coffee” flavors at Dunkin. The… more»
Original 360: 1977 Dodge Monaco Crestwood Wagon
UPDATE 7/11/2022 – This Wagon has been relisted, here on eBay, where it’s currently bid up to $6,200. Will it find a new owner this go around? FROM 6/9/2022 – Parting with a classic car can be difficult, especially… more»
Former Firefighter: 1988 Chevrolet V30 Custom Deluxe
For potential buyers, former firefighting appliances can be an attractive proposition. They generally present well because the authorities recognize them as the most visible part of their profession. They are invariably maintained to the highest level because those brave… more»
Nicest One Left? 1956 Packard Four Hundred
Meant to compete with the best that American auto manufacturers had to offer at the time – Imperial, Lincoln, and Cadillac – Packard took a big swing at the competition, and the 1956 Packard Four Hundred was it –… more»
2,505 Miles! 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible
The last of the really long Eldorados and thought to be a surefire instant collectible right from the assembly line, this 1976 Cadillac Eldorado convertible has a mere 2,505 miles on it. No, really. The seller has it listed… more»
Ford Vs. Chevy: 1993 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning
The Ford vs. Chevrolet rivalry has been around longer than dogs vs. cats or paper vs. plastic bags. Even longer than hot coffee vs. iced coffee in the summertime. This 1993 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning muscle truck would be… more»
Talladega Red Survivor: 1990 Saab 900 SPG
One of the more surprising trends over the last few months among 80s-era collector cars is the surge in values for the classic Saab 900. Not all 900s, mind you, but the limited production models like the special edition… more»
66k Original Miles: 1994 Chevrolet Corvette
By 1994, Chevrolet’s C4 Corvette has reached its twelfth year of production. Sales had begun tapering, but the C4 demonstrated that manufacturers were rediscovering their performance mojo. This Corvette is a tidy survivor that remains original and unmolested. With… more»
Mom’s Car: One-Owner 1990 Toyota Supra Turbo
Toyota changed things up for the third-generation Supra (1986-1993), separating it from the now-front-wheel-drive Celica. The Supra, now its own separate model, retained its rear-drive configuration and gained even more power with an available turbocharged engine available beginning in… more»
Blue Plate Survivor: 1970 Ford Mustang
Choosing the right car for a first restoration or project build can be challenging. You must be honest about your skill set to ensure you don’t bite off more than you can chew. That’s where cars like this 1970… more»
Ultra Low Mile: 1987 Buick GNX
Times must be good because this 1987 Buick GNX has been bid to $145,100 after 23 bids and the reserve is not even met! It wasn’t long ago that these were $60k to $90K cars but when the car… more»
Kammback Wagon: 1972 Chevrolet Vega GT
Introduced in 1971, the subcompact Chevy Vega should have been a winner. A lot of planning went into the new car, but Chevy dropped the ball in terms of quality control, so they developed an initial bad rap. With… more»
Euro Spec: 1979 Ferrari 308 GTB
This 1979 Ferrari 308GTB is a stunner in black paint over a tan leather interior, and it’s made extra-special for being a European market example that likely offers some advantages of the performance sort over the standard U.S. model…. more»