Parking a beloved car outside can cause serious internal conflict for enthusiasts, especially if you’re aware of how slippery the slope is of prolonged exposure. The seller of this handsome W126-chassis Mercedes-Benz 560SEL may not have owned the car… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Original 454/4-Speed: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette
Few cars have made an impact as profound as that delivered by the Chevrolet Corvette to the motoring landscape. Many believe the badge came of age with the release of the C3, a car that provided exceptional performance in… more»
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Classified Find: 1949 Lincoln Cosmopolitan 4-Door Sedan
New post-war cars produced by American manufacturers were some of the most elegantly beautiful vehicles in the industry’s history. Their styling was restrained, and the chrome trim wasn’t as outlandish as it would become as the 1950s progressed. A… more»
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1 of 3,110: 1987 Chevrolet Caprice Classic
The Caprice was introduced in 1965 as the luxury version of the Chevrolet Impala (to compete with Ford’s LTD). The nameplate would stick around through 2017 when it was retired as an Australian-built cop car. This beauty from 1987… more»
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Foxy Lady: 1986 Mercury Marquis Brougham
An unusual and rarely seen-today car, this Fox-body-based 1986 Mercury Marquis Brougham was downsized yet again from the previous generation cars, and it’s the last of the Marquis series to be produced – “Grand Marquis” notwithstanding. Looking almost like… more»
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No Reserve: 1969 Ford F-250 Ranger Camper Special
Camper Trucks became more mainstream (no pun intended) in the mid-1950’s and were good options for the outdoorsman type, especially fishermen, who could pull a boat and camp off-road in their slide-in camper without roughing it. They’re still being… more»
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Original 460: 1986 Ford F-240 XLT 4×4 Highboy
This 1986 Ford F-250 XLT 4×4 is a dry-climate survivor. That will be a significant consideration for any potential buyer seeking a rust-free Pickup to park in their garage. It offers a few luxury touches to make life on… more»
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99 Mile: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Pace Car
There were 6,502 Corvette Pace Cars built by Chevrolet in 1978. This example has only 99 original miles on the odometer and is equipped with the L-82 engine and 4 speed. This 1978 Corvette Pace Car is listed here… more»
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Only 15k Miles? 1971 Oldsmobile 98
The Ninety-Ninety (aka 98) was Oldsmobile’s top-of-the-line car for 40 years, bested only by Cadillac in terms of luxury in the General Motors fold. Along with the rest of GM’s full-size cars, the 98 was redesigned in 1971 and… more»
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BF Auction: 1952 International Harverster L-122
It is undeniable that Pickups played a significant role in building the country’s prosperity in the post-war years. The list of tasks they undertook is extensive, and they deserve respect and recognition. Survivor-grade vehicles are particularly attractive in the… more»
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Parked Since 2000: 1967 Chevrolet Impala
This 1967 Chevrolet Impala has been off the road for 23 years. It was last inspected in 2000, driven 50 miles, and then parked until recently. We assume the storage was indoors as the body and paint look great,… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1976 Chevrolet Custom Cloud
Automotively, there was little to get excited about as the 1970s progressed. Once iconic performance models had been strangled to the point where they produced more noise than acceleration. Some of the more elegant classics from the era were… more»
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Old-School Cool: 1932 Ford Roadster Hot Rod
It could almost be said that hot rods developed out of necessity. Their creators typically didn’t have the cash available to buy the latest and greatest Detroit offering. They would adapt whatever was available on hand or could be… more»
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Affordable Off-Roader: 1990 Dodge Ramcharger 4×4
Spending tens of thousands of dollars on a 4×4 for off-road adventures may tempt some, but it could also represent wasted cash. New vehicle devaluation is one trauma they will inevitably face. At the same time, the scratches and… more»
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74k Original Miles: 1990 GMC Sierra Pickup
There is a belief among some people that older Pickups will look battered and bruised due to the lives many of these classics live. Undoubtedly, there is a percentage that works hard to justify their existence, with dings, dents,… more»
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1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Coupe
We’ve gone Cutlass crazy here at Barn Finds lately, and here’s another nice-looking example of what was one of the most popular American cars at one time. As a period Oldsmobile brochure said, “Cutlass Supreme. Even more of luxury… more»
