Studebaker and Packard merged in 1954 in the hopes of keeping both brands relevant. But that didn’t work out, and the Packard marque was gone after 1958. The Lark compact arrived in 1959, but that only stalled the Grim… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Rust Free 1993 Ford F-250 XLT 4×4 Diesel 5-Speed
The desirability meter is way past #11 on this one for me. The only wish list items I would change would be if it had a red interior and if we had a longer garage. Otherwise, this 1993 Ford… more»
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Original Ram Air: 1970 Pontiac GTO “The Judge”
This 1970 Pontiac GTO “The Judge” presents superbly. This is unsurprising, as it has just emerged from a rotisserie restoration where every aspect of the vehicle received copious TLC. It retains its numbers-matching Ran Air V8 under the hood,… more»
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Early Air-Cooled Opportunity: 1965 Porsche 911 Coupe Project
Early Porsche 911s continue to sit near the top of many enthusiasts’ wish lists, and this 1965 Porsche 911 Coupe offers a compelling entry point into that coveted space. Listed here on eBay and identified by VIN 25958, this… more»
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Turbo Survivor: 1989 Ford Probe GT
Performance cars are ones many of us enjoy, but buying them can be stressful. Why, you ask? Well, they’re typically subject to more aggressive driving simply because the experience of punching the throttle is so rewarding. Plus, vehicle aftermarkets… more»
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European With American Muscle: 1958 Facel Vega FV3B Coupe
This 1958 Facel Vega FV3B represents a fascinating slice of postwar European luxury, blending French design flair with American V8 power. Listed here on eBay and offered with a clean California title, this coupe is one of an estimated… more»
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Rare 1964 Chevrolet Nova Wagon Looks Good
Facebook Marketplace ads are always light on information, and that’s the case with this fairly rare and snow-covered 1964 Chevrolet Nova station wagon in Marion, Ohio. The owner wants $13,200. This particular car is very nostalgic for me, because… more»
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Rare Wagon: 1997 Toyota Caldina GT-T
If you’re looking for a vehicle that’s both a station wagon and something the other guy won’t have, this 1997 Toyota Caldina could fit the bill. The Caldina (aka Toyota Karudina) was produced for the Japanese market, so it… more»
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Obscure Norwegian EV: 2011 Think City
2011 seems so incredibly long ago now, doesn’t it? It’s hard to believe that it has been 15 years since we only had a $14-trillion national debt (compared to $38-trillion today), Andy Rooney retired from 60 Minutes, and CNET… more»
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18,000 Miles! 1988 Ford Mustang LX 5.0
As America emerged from the dark days of the mid-’70s to mid-’80s when V8s struggled to surpass 150 HP, Ford’s 5.0L V8 Mustang emerged as a serious affordable performer. Lightweights like this 1988 Ford Mustang LX 5.0 two-door sedan… more»
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42K Miles? 1979 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe
How is it possible that we’ve only seen one other 1979 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe here on Barn Finds over the years, and that one was less than a year ago? They’re big cars, heavy cars, they use a… more»
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Special Stang: 15k Mile 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
Right before the end of the “Fox-chassis” era of Mustang production, Ford decided to do a special run of Mustang SVT Cobra models. There were only 4993 of them, and they came in just three colors: The often-seen red,… more»
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Original Paint And Interior: 1974 Ford Galaxie 500
After fifteen years, Ford decided to end production on the Galaxie 500 after 1974, making this oddly named “Pillared Hardtop” the last of its line for American production. As such, production numbers weren’t terribly impressive, with the luxurious LTD… more»
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31k-Mile Survivor: 1971 AMC Ambassador Brougham
The Ambassador nameplate was one of the longest-running in the history of U.S. auto production (1927 to 1974). In the days following the merger between Nash and Hudson to form American Motors, the name would represent the finest car… more»
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BF Auction: 1988 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
Before “luxury SUV” became a marketing term, there was the Grand Wagoneer. And by 1988, Jeep had it dialed in—V8 power, real four-wheel drive, leather and wood inside, and a shape that has become truly iconic. While not the… more»
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Bone Stock Muscle Truck: 1995 Ford F-150 Lightning
The muscle truck wars got interesting in the 90s, when Chevrolet dropped a big block engine into its lightest pickup truck body. The SS was born and limited production kept it in collectors’ sights. Ford decided around the same… more»
