A triumph of style over substance. That is a criticism that could never be leveled at this 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. Yes, it is a stunning classic that would draw plenty of admiring looks. However, it would also generate… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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83k Original Miles: 1970 Pontiac GTO Convertible
The market is awash with clones and tributes of desirable classics, making it hard to separate the wheat from the chaff. However, the seller emphasizes the authenticity of this 1970 Pontiac GTO Convertible. It is a largely unmolested survivor… more»
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Two For One! 1982 Honda MB5 Pair
Only offered here in North America for one model year, these are interesting two-wheelers, and you’d be guaranteed to have the only one at almost any vintage motorcycle show. This pair of 1982 Honda MB5 motorcycles can be found… more»
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39k-Mile Weekend Project: 1965 Ford Mustang
There were many automotive success stories in the 1960s, but the Ford Mustang must top the list. Unlike the Chevy Impala, which hit one million units in 1965 alone, the Mustang was a brand-new car. And it strongly appealed… more»
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Sweet Stepside: 1980 Chevrolet C-10 Silverado
Said to have had only two owners over the last 46 years, this 1980 Chevrolet C-10 Silverado Stepside has a great look, with graphics, a hint of fading, and some surface rust poking out here and there. I have… more»
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1-of-58: 1967 Dodge Hemi Charger
Some classics are mild-mannered and restrained. However, others sit at the opposite end of the spectrum. They are potent beasts that could put the driver on a first-name basis with local law enforcement officials if they aren’t gentle with… more»
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Just Turned 60! 1966 Plymouth Barracuda
When I first saw this 1966 Plymouth Barracuda, my initial thought was, “Man, I wish I’d been that well-preserved when I turned sixty!” Sadly, time has been less kind to me than it has been to this Plymouth, because… more»
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Vintage Pair: 1960 Chrysler and 1958 Aljo Camper
The appearance of this 1960 Chrysler sedan, paired with a vintage Aljo camper, gives us an opportunity to consider the waning days of Virgil Exner’s influence. While he didn’t leave the company until 1964, his emphasis on baroque fins… more»
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51k Original Miles: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
Although the 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 is undeniably a muscle car, the right paint shade can give these cars a classy air. Such is the case with this SS, and when you add spotless presentation to the equation,… more»
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Original Paint: 1938 Ford De Luxe Tudor
Decisions, decisions. This 1938 Ford De Luxe Tudor wears its original paint and is a rock-solid survivor that runs and drives. It shows its age and would be a prime candidate for a sympathetic restoration. However, would that be… more»
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1964 Mattel V-ROOOM! Hot-Rodder Engine
This is one of the few things shown here on Barn Finds where it wouldn’t make sense to say, “Drop an SBC/LS/Hayabusa in it!” Maybe, “Drop this engine on a Mattel bike!” This 1964 Mattel V-ROOOM! Hot-Rodder Engine is… more»
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47K Miles: 1994 Ford Ranger 4×4 Splash
Said to have been sitting for a very long time, this 1994 Ford Ranger SuperCab 4×4 Splash looks like it was plucked right out of a Ranger Splash brochure. I always expected splashier graphics on the Splash than there… more»
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55k Mile: 1977 Chevrolet Corvette
We always appreciate the input from our readers at Barn Finds. The reality is that without your leads and feedback, the site wouldn’t exist, and we wouldn’t have the privilege to write about some truly great and desirable classics…. more»
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41k Original Miles? 1968 Plymouth Satellite Sedan
The seller claims that this 1968 Plymouth Satellite has 41,000 miles on the clock and believes that figure is genuine. In the absence of documentary evidence, the claim must be taken at face value. Certainly, the car’s overall condition… more»
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Former Movie Car: 1976 Pontiac Ventura
Needing a compact to sell, Pontiac introduced a knock-off of the Chevrolet Nova in 1971 and called it Ventura II (the Ventura had previously been a full-size car). It followed in the Nova’s shadow through 1977, after which it… more»
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Highly Original 30k-Mile Survivor: 1990 Mazda Miata
I remember the buzz that the Miata caused when it was introduced 37 years ago. It was hailed as a throwback to the lightweight, two-seater British roadsters of the 1950’s and ’60’s, but without the oil leaks, reliability issues,… more»
