A handful of people can claim to be the fathers of Chevrolet’s Corvette. While Zora Arkus Duntov has the most gravitas regarding that title, a good argument could be made for Bill Mitchell. As Vice President of Design for… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Preserve or Restore? 1968 Ford Bronco
One of the challenges of the automotive world is determining which currently cheap and cheerful vehicles are likely to become future classics worthy of investment. Get the call right, and a pot of gold awaits the bold risk-takers. Get… more»
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1989 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z with 25k Original Miles!
Some classics seem to tick all the right boxes for enthusiasts and potential buyers, which appears true with this 1989 Camaro IROC-Z. It possesses the most desirable drivetrain combination offered by Chevrolet that year, and it has clocked a… more»
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Rare Welsh Classic: 1971 Gilbern Invader Mk II
When contemplating the centers of European sports car production during the 1960s and 1970s, Wales is not a country that springs instantly to mind. However, it was once home to a giant killer that produced some of that genre’s… more»
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Rear-Wheel Drive: 1987 Chevrolet Caprice Classic
By 1987, a decade had passed and the platform for the then down-sized full-size Chevrolets was still in use. The Impala name had been replaced by a variety of iterations of the Caprice, with the Caprice Classic being the… more»
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42K Mile: 1980 Cadillac Eldorado
Over the last 75 years, the Cadillac has stood for American luxury. Sometimes it has looked a little extravagant and sometimes a little overweight and underpowered but they were usually at the forefront of comfort, luxury and sometimes technology…. more»
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Bodacious Beauty! 1960 Pontiac Bonneville
If you wanted to cruise around in style and luxury in 1960 – and had the budget for it – the Pontiac Bonneville convertible was one of your top options. These cars were in their second year with the… more»
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Folding Beds and Racing Glory: 1951 Nash Ambassador
Throughout American automotive history, there have been some very out-of-the-mainstream automobiles. Many of these were from so-called independent makes. Independent means not one of the “Big Three.” One of the most distinctively out-of-the-box automobiles after WWII was built by… more»
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So Cal Personal Luxury: 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
There was once a huge segment of the automotive market that catered to the driver in a semi-luxurious way. The personal luxury coupe segment was as hot as the SUV segment today, and no automaker was more aggressive in… more»
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5,310 Miles and Showroom Perfect: 1979 Lincoln Mark V
If the past month on Barn Finds is any indication, it appears that seventies luxury cars in mint condition are falling out of the sky. Every day it seems we profile a well-preserved vehicle from this very special, and… more»
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49k Original Miles: 1968 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
The demise of new domestically-produced Station Wagons means American buyers must turn their attention to classics to avoid climbing aboard a van or an SUV. This has seen values rise, but with no signs of the trend easing, the… more»
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1-of-12: The Last 1971 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-2 Built!
Some classic cars are more equal than others. Rarity can set them apart, while mind-bending performance, extreme beauty, or unparalleled luxury can prove the defining characteristic. This 1971 Chevrolet Corvette falls flat on that last measure but emphatically ticks… more»
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1956 Messerschmitt KR200 Convertible With 683 Original Miles!
There’s something undeniably cool about classic microcars. Unlike full-size vehicles, their manufacturers had to think more laterally to maximize space efficiency to make such cars a practical alternative to motorcycles…or walking. One of the more instantly recognizable variants is… more»
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73K Miles and All Original: 1952 Pontiac Chieftan
Fifties cars have an all-American lure on all of us. Maybe it was because Hollywood glamorized the Truman and Eisenhower years. Or, maybe we all long for a simpler time and simpler cars. Take for example this 1952 Pontiac… more»
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Well Kept MGB Alternative: 1973 Jensen Healey
In the world of the British sportscar, the MGB is, by and large, the most popular vehicle out there. Over 512,000 of these ubiquitous cars were built, and they still dominate British car shows. What if you want something… more»
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9K Miles and Perfectly Stored: 1982 Fiat X1/9
When talking about mid-engined sports cars, the Fiat/Bertone X1/9 often gets overlooked. Smaller than even a Porsche 914, these miracles of efficient design were quite advanced for their time. With over 160,000 made, they obviously struck a chord with… more»
