In the 1980s, Buick offered several performance variants of its mid-size Regal coupe. Specific to 1986, the Grand National overshadowed the T-Type by nearly 3 to 1 in production (5,512 copies vs. 1,921). These cars had turbocharged V6 engines… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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First One Sold! 1961 Jaguar E-Type Roadster
Can a car ever be considered a work of art? It is a question that has often sparked debate. Art connoisseurs might argue that a car is little more than a collection of steel, glass, and plastic. Classic car… more»
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Floats On A Cloud: 1977 Mercury Marquis 460
This 1977 Mercury Marquis here on craigslist is one of the finer original cars I have seen listed anywhere. (Ok, I am partial to the color.) Located in Watervliet, Michigan, this car’s 45,000-mile odometer reading is easy to accept… more»
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No Reserve 1984 Chevrolet C10 Silverado Short Bed
This 1984 Chevrolet C-10 Silverado Short Bed could be the perfect choice for someone seeking an unmolested, rock-solid classic Pickup. It features its original paint, while the interior is home to some desirable factory options designed to make life… more»
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Original Interior: 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 Hardtop Coupe
Ford described their restyled 1965 full-sized model as “Solid. Silent. Elegant, and the most-changed cars you’ve seen in a decade – completely new from top to tires.” In my opinion, 1965 was one of the best styling years from… more»
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Minty Hilux: 1983 Toyota Pickup 4×4
It’s amazing how a once-utilitarian vehicle has suddenly become a collectible showpiece. This 1983 Toyota Hilux 4×4 pickup looks absolutely perfect sitting on color-matched steel wheels with the period-correct decals running down the sides. The old-school Toyota pickup has… more»
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Rock-Solid Survivor: 1970 Buick Riviera
Compromising can be challenging, especially for an enthusiast searching for a classic car. They often need to trade off luxury for performance or vice versa. That isn’t the case with this 1970 Buick Riviera. It features enough luxury appointments… more»
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Fuel-Injected 360 V8-Powered 1971 Jeep J4000 4×4
Every time I see a Jeep pickup, I’m reminded just how cool they were, and I’m bummed that they don’t make one now. And, I don’t mean the new Gladiator based on the Wrangler, especially since that one only… more»
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Affordable and Practical: 1984 AMC Eagle Station Wagon
It is a question I have often pondered. How effectively would AMC have competed against “The Big Three” had it had access to a decent budget? The company produced some innovative products, and while some of its models wouldn’t… more»
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Everything Works! 1966 Cadillac DeVille Convertible
Update 08/11/2023: We’ve seen a few classics recently where the seller hasn’t succeeded the first time when offering them for sale. This 1966 Cadillac DeVille Convertible is a perfect example because despite the bidding hitting $27,500, that figure fell… more»
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Time Capsule: 1988 Dodge Grand Caravan
There are serious van camper conversions, usually built from full-sized vans, with little kitchens (galleys), sleeping accommodations, and some even have bathrooms. Then there are weekender-type van conversions, such as this time capsule 1988 Dodge Grand Caravan high-top by… more»
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Inspection Encouraged: 1972 Dodge Dart Demon 340
This 1972 Dodge Dart is an unassuming vehicle, and you must look closely to spot the Demon badges on its front fenders. It still gives little away, with no indications that its engine bay houses a 340ci V8. The… more»
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Nine Passenger 1985 Buick LeSabre Estate Wagon
Are we there yet? We can imagine kids in a chorus of impatience – anxious for their arrival at the next fun destination – park, campground, grandma’s place. Replay those days in style with this 1985 Buick LeSabre Estate… more»
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Sateen Silver Survivor: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
Finding marques that have survived for seven decades is not difficult, with many having comfortably found their way into triple-digit territory. Finding badges that have achieved the feat is more challenging. Volkswagen fell short of the mark with its… more»
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Cool Coupe: 1972 Ford Maverick
The seller of this fine 1972 Ford Maverick, available here on eBay for a current bid of $6200, says two things that to many Barn Finders might not go too well together. They are “Super solid California car” and… more»
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BF Auction: 1972 Chevrolet Nova
One of the more difficult and heart-wrenching aspects of dealing with the passing of a loved one is deciding how to part with their most prized possessions. That is the challenge facing the owner of this 1972 Chevrolet Nova…. more»
