The rise of the Minivan sounded the death knell for the traditional Station Wagon, and it is easy to see why they were a success. The Minivan offered impressive passenger space, enormous versatility, and excellent fuel economy at a… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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17K Original Miles: 1988 Ford Mustang GT
Just when you think every low-mileage Fox body has been discovered, another one climbs out of the woodwork. That’s certainly the reaction I have upon seeing this stunning, sub-17,000 mile example that looks like a brand new car. The… more»
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19k Original Miles: 1967 Ford F-250 4×4 Highboy
One of the attractions of owning a former emergency service vehicle is that they are invariably maintained to the highest standard. This approach is a matter of necessity because service personnel must be confident that the vehicle will roar… more»
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Time Capsule 4×4: 1996 Lexus LX450
When you see a vehicle you own appear for sale at a strong asking price – but it’s been listed for more than a few days – how does it make you feel? Personally, I think this clean 1996… more»
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Off the Road Since ’98: 1985 Ford Mustang GT
This is a serious case of before and after, as the seller has found a diamond in the rough with this 1985 Ford Mustang GT convertible that was parked starting in 1998. The listing notes that the 5-speed manual… more»
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Montana Find: 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon Brougham
Looking as if it may be the nicest example left on the planet for this unusual model, in the preferred two-door body style, this 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon Brougham appears to be in outstanding condition. This one is almost… more»
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Grandma’s Ride? 1977 Buick LeSabre
The LeSabre was Buick’s “bread and butter” car from 1959 to 2005. It was positioned below the Electra in terms of trim, much like the Chevy Impala was to the Caprice. The cars were part of General Motors’ downsizing… more»
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Classified Find: 1925 Ford Model T Huckster
The Ford Model T proved two things to the motoring world. The first was that it was possible to produce a single platform with a bewildering array of body options that could potentially fulfill every need. The other is… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Custom Pickup
Classic Pickups offer their owners a vast array of choices when it comes to the question of project builds. Some respond perfectly to a faithful restoration, while others make an ideal base for a rat rod approach. The owner… more»
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Conda Green Machine: 1971 Porsche 911T
There’s something about a special car in a rare color that just makes it unbelievably tempting. The best part about special colors is no matter what genre of cars you may enjoy, most enthusiasts are united in how significant… more»
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Executive-Owned: 1938 Morgan 4/4 Drophead Coupe
If you plan to spend your hard-earned cash on a particular make and model of classic car, finding one that once belonged to the Company’s Managing Director might be a great strategy. It is unlikely to increase its potential… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1979 Datsun 810 Coupe
I have a great affection for older cars produced by Nissan and Datsun. When I consider the staggering array of vehicles I have owned since I first slipped behind the wheel, nine have worn Nissan and/or Datsun badges. That… more»
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28k Original Miles: 1984 Pontiac Trans Am 15th Anniversary
There was a party being held at Pontiac in 1984. After all, the company was celebrating fifteen years since the launch of its iconic Trans Am. What better way to celebrate the occasion than to release a special edition?… more»
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Original 428 Cobra Jet: 1968 Ford Mustang GT
Occasionally, a classic appears on our desks at Barn Finds, where identifying its strongest attribute is challenging. Such is the case with this 1968 Mustang GT. It features one of the most desirable engines offered that year, has a… more»
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One-Owner Restoration: 1972 Datsun 240Z
The Japanese motor industry was one of the fastest evolving during the second half of the twentieth century. The early post-war years saw it producing slower and heavier copies of cars designed by European manufacturers, but by the 1960s,… more»
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Stately And Original: 1964 Imperial Crown
This! A 1964 Imperial Crown is one of the first cars that I can recall that really caught my attention. Yeah, it’s an odd one for a “car kid” to latch on to and I’m not sure why. I… more»
