Most enthusiasts dream about the day they open a barn or garage door to find a low-mileage classic lurking in the gloom. That is the story behind this 1972 Plymouth Satellite Sebring that recently emerged after twenty years in… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Affordable Power: 1968 Chrysler Newport 383
UPDATE 05/30/3023: We’ve recently seen a few owners who have struck out when attempting to sell their treasured classic, and the owner of this 1968 Chrysler Newport is another who is taking a second shot at finding it a… more»
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15,000 Miles and Minty: 1979 Cadillac Coupe deVille
History will not be kind to the Cadillac Division and most of the cars they produced in the eighties and early nineties. The division entered that era as the producer of some of the finest cars on the road. … more»
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1-Of-300 Blue Convertibles: 1973 Ford Mustang
By the time the seventies had rolled around, the once-lithe and beautiful Ford Mustang had developed a weight problem. No longer was the Mustang a light, sporty coupe, convertible, and fastback that everyone loved. It was morphing into a… more»
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V8-Powered Tribute: 1952 Jaguar XK120
When it comes to driving a vintage or classic car, we all know the concessions that are involved. While it may be thrilling to sit behind the wheel of a priceless antique vehicle, the day that the air conditioning… more»
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Hasn’t Run in 40 Years: 1947 Plymouth Special Deluxe
U.S. automobile production was on hold from 1942 to 1946 to shift the emphasis on production to the much-needed armament for the war effort (WW2). By the end of that period, pent-up demand was huge for new cars, but… more»
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44k Mile Survivor: 1969 Chevrolet Impala
To improve the sales of an already popular car, Chevrolet created the Custom Coupe edition of the Impala in 1968. Essentially, they took the formal roof of the Caprice and lent the Impala name to it. It was an… more»
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Street Skinner Package: 1992 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
We’ve already heaped plenty of praise on the C4 chassis Corvette ZR-1 (well, I have, at least) but this seemingly well-preserved example is a rare spec I’ve never heard of. The seller describes it was a “Street Skinner” package… more»
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22k Documented Miles: 1981 Pontiac Trans AM Y84 SE
We always appreciate the input of our readers at Barn Finds because, without you, we wouldn’t be able to do what we do. This includes providing feedback on our stories and spotting some wonderful classics we are privileged to… more»
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Yes, It’s A Porsche: Very Original 1971 914/4
The San Fernando Valley, California, version of craigslist features this 1971 Porsche 914/4, on offer for a very precise $28,953. Should you buy it? Well, the old saw “go find another” might be part of your answer here. It’s… more»
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Nicely Optioned: 1972 GMC K2500 4×4 Pickup
Pickups are some of the most versatile vehicles in the classic world and continue growing in popularity. This 1972 GMC K2500 takes versatility to a higher level courtesy of its stepside service box and 4×4 capabilities. If those features… more»
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Rare Color? 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
The world of the Chevrolet Corvette is full of statistics and solid record-keeping, making it generally pretty easy to determine how many cars from almost any year featured a specific option. However, Chevrolet dropped the ball for several years… more»
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Original Paint: 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe
What a difference a year could make in Detroit back in the 1950’s. My twin brother used to own a gorgeous 1958 Cadillac Coupe DeVille, Dakoda Red with an Alpine White top. And I would add Chrome as a… more»
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“Wedge Series” TVR: 1985 Tasmin 280i Convertible
As Britain lurched through the inflationary, strike-ridden ’70s, auto buyers bid adieu to Jensen Motors, Wolseley, and Hillman, among others. Somehow, TVR managed to survive, selling its hand-built, fiberglass M-series cars (US readers might be most familiar with the… more»
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Honest Survivor: 1970 Plymouth Superbird
A well-preserved version of a dream car, this 1970 Plymouth Super Bird represents nothing if not opportunity for someone who has always wanted to own a winged warrior. It’s up for sale by VanderBrink Auctions, with a current bid… more»
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10K Original Miles: 1985 Ferrari 400i
Although the photos aren’t particularly great, the seller of this 1985 Ferrari 400i claims it is in mint condition with just 10,000 miles on the clock. This is an unusual find, as most time-capsule Ferraris are the most desirable… more»
