The GMC Typhoon is a modern legend, and this example is seeing some terrific bid numbers thanks to its super low mileage of just 5,800 miles from new. With bidding at $50,000 with the reserve unmet, it’s clear that… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Baked, But Solid: 1981 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT
Choosing between restoration and preservation can be difficult, especially if the project candidate is rock-solid and in sound mechanical health. That is the decision awaiting the new owner of this 1981 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT. It is a dry-climate… more»
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Stunning Driver: 1939 Buick Special
There comes a time in life when many people wonder whether they are too old to use the word “cool.” I probably fall into that category, but I can’t think of a more appropriate way to describe this 1939… more»
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No Reserve: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
Chevrolet’s great Corvette experiment stumbled early, and the company came perilously close to pulling the pin due to disappointing sales. However, it persisted, and it would be hard to imagine the automotive landscape without the American sports classic that… more»
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Indy 500 Replica: 1982 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
General Motors would redesign its two pony cars – the Pontiac Firebird and Chevy Camaro – for only the second time in 1982. It would be the third time (out of 8th overall so far) that the latter would… more»
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Immaculate Original or Older Restoration? 1937 Plymouth Coupe
We are currently in the period of time where the eighties and nineties era automobile restorations are emerging from long slumbers and being advertised as original. This is most likely not being done as a subterfuge. Rather, a lot… more»
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17k Original Miles: 1997 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat
Did you know you can walk into a Ford dealership today and drive away in a shiny new Ford F-250 XLT Extended Cab? Of course, you do, for you are a motoring enthusiast. However, this 1997 model could be… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1976 Ford Bronco Ranger
There are two great challenges facing any enthusiast hunting for a First Generation Bronco. One is finding a candidate that hasn’t been or isn’t being, devoured by rust. The other is locating one where the sale price won’t demand… more»
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44k Miles and 3 Owners! 1982 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
General Motors redesigned their two pony cars, the Pontiac Firebird and Chevy Camaro, in 1982. In the process, they made them significantly more aerodynamic and some 500 lbs. lighter. So, they were peppier than the 1981 models and used… more»
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Impressive Originality: 1932 Ford 3-Window Coupe
Many times in old car sales ads you’ll see: “It’s getting harder and harder to find an unmolested original survivor like this one.” But, when it’s used to describe a 1932 Ford 3-Window Coupe, it’s not false advertising at… more»
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South Bend’s Last Days: 1964 Studebaker Daytona
The 1964 model year was a turning point for Studebaker Corp. After trying everything they could to stay competitive, sales continued to fall and Studebaker was forced to close its South Bend, Indiana manufacturing plant. That shifted all remaining… more»
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Numbers-Matching Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
Cars from the 1950s and 1960s have earned a reputation for experiencing rust issues. Manufacturers battled with the problem for years, but the onset of tin worm saw many desirable classics reduced to little more than a pile of… more»
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Garage-Kept Survivor: 1990 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z
We’ve recently seen a few low-mile classics at Barn Finds, some more desirable than others. This 1990 Camaro IROC-Z will tick the boxes for many, and some will find its unmolested state and range-topping V8 irresistible. The seller claims… more»
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66k Original Miles: 1965 Chevrolet Impala Super Sport
I had a privileged upbringing. That is not to say that I come from a wealthy family. My privilege was to live in a home where classic cars were admired and enjoyed. A few found their way into the… more»
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18K Mile Supercar: 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
How many times do you need to see a classic sports car that is criminally under-valued before you make a move? That’s the question I ask myself every time I see a C4-chassis Corvette ZR1 come up for sale,… more»
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No Reserve: 1966 Ford Mustang
The 1966 model year marked what many would consider the high point for the First Generation Mustang. More potent and highly desirable versions were waiting in the wings, but the Mustang set a sales record that many manufacturers envied…. more»
