Rarity claims are nothing new in the classic world, and all must be taken at face value. Such is the case with this 1958 MGA Roadster. It presents well, with the seller making the rarity claim surrounding its paint… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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14K Mile Coupe: 1993 Cadillac DeVille
A few days ago, I wrote about the lack of love for a dilapidated front-wheel drive Cadillac DeVille, clearly down on its luck after a final trip home from a winter in Florida (or, so I surmised). The $500… more»
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Edgy Wedge: 1985 TVR Tasmin 280i Convertible
Martin Lilley was about to execute on an enduring ambition that would get him fired. It was the late 1970s and he had been running TVR since 1965. The company was no longer making kit cars, and its finances… more»
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Stored Since Cold War: 1947 Chrysler Windsor Coupe
Chrysler products built from 1946 through 1948 are never going to win any beauty contests with the possible exception of the Town and Country wood bodied models. However, if there were an award for the best value in the… more»
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BF Auction: 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T
The 1960s muscle car war was in full swing by 1967, with Chrysler marques producing some of the most potent offerings available. This was graphically demonstrated by cars like this genuine 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T. It features the sector’s… more»
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62k Original Miles: 1995 Ford Bronco Eddie Bauer Edition
No vehicle encapsulates the cyclical nature of the new car market better than the Ford Bronco. Initially ignored by the buying public, it experienced impressive sales growth in the late 1970s. Volumes dropped during the 1980s, reaching a point… more»
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Fifteenth Anniversary 5.0L HO V8: 1984 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
Here’s a rare bird indeed, on eBay, this 1984 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am fifteenth anniversary edition, bid to $13,500, reserve not met, with a buy-it-now option at $19,500. The Firebird was produced in four generations from 1967 through 2002,… more»
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4-Speed Western Survivor: 1978 Ford Bronco 4×4
Cap’n Obvious says: A vehicle from a dry area will generally be more solid than one from a wet area. He goes on to pontificate: But, if that dry state is burning hot and sunny for months at a… more»
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57k Original Miles: 1966 Ford Mustang
Some classics make a positive first impression, which is the case with this 1966 Ford Mustang. It is an original and unmolested survivor with 57,000 miles on the clock. The underside shots confirm the typically prone areas are rust-free,… more»
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Rare Optional Astroroof: 1987 Oldsmobile 442
Sometimes, the difference between ordinary and extraordinary in the classic world can only be separated by a single tick on an Order Form. Such is the case with this 1987 Oldsmobile 442. It is an undeniably tidy classic with… more»
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Two-Owner 1991 SW20 Toyota MR2
So, you want a sports car. You think, maybe a Porsche or a Ferrari or something classic, but are turned off by the expense, quirks, and unreliability. Maybe a Honda/Acura NSX? That solves the reliability and drivability issues; it’s… more»
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Dealer Edition: 1983 Mustang Dominator GT
We are all familiar with the Mustang GT but did you know that certain dealers created special packages for the Mustang? This example is the Mustang Dominator GT created and sold through Summit Ford in Lee Summit, Missouri. This… more»
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Update: Nicely Optioned 1975 Dodge Dart Sport
UPDATE 12/03/2023: We’ve recently seen a few desirable classics at Barn Finds that have failed to sell on the first try. This 1975 Dodge Dart is a perfect example of that trend because while the previous auction bidding reached… more»
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Rock Solid Survivor: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
The Pontiac Trans Am faced possible extinction in the 1970s, but the company’s decision to persist with production as part of the brand’s performance image was rewarded with excellent sales as the decade progressed. Subsequent generations offered significant performance… more»
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57k Original Miles: 1969 Pontiac GTO
There are words that can set the teeth of enthusiasts on edge due to their overuse. “Legendary” is one of them because it is often associated with vehicles that aren’t worthy of that accolade. No such questions are hanging… more»
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Original Survivor: 1956 Studebaker Golden Hawk
Some manufacturers that have been lost in the mist of time deserved greater success than they achieved. AMC was one, and Studebaker is another that springs to mind. The latter didn’t produce any genuinely bad cars, but it simply… more»
