With Lotus Engineering Ltd. being formed by Colin Chapman and Colin Dare in 1952, it seems fair to believe that if they were to produce a 40th Anniversary Commemorative model, that car would have appeared in 1992. That may… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Sep 25, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
All Original: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
The trouble with once-in-a-lifetime opportunities is that they literally only happen once. If we aren’t able to grab that chance with both hands, we are likely to miss the boat. I’m not sure whether this 1966 Corvette represents such… more»
Sep 25, 2021 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Older Restoration: 1958 Chevrolet Impala
There are some movies where the cars are as much the stars as the Hollywood A-Listers who get paid all the money. One of those is the 1973 classic “American Graffiti.” For those who have seen the movie, several… more»
Sep 25, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Original 454: 1976 Chevrolet Caprice Estate
While there are times when practicality might seem boring, it doesn’t necessarily have to be. Take this 1976 Chevrolet Caprice Estate as an example. It is large, roomy, and has the space to seat six people in comfort. With… more»
Sep 25, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
5-Speed Manual Survivor: 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
We tend to like the third generation Chevrolet Camaro around here, especially when found in survivor-grade condition like this ne. This 1989 Chevy Camaro IROC-Z is in incredible condition, especially for having 70,200 miles. Now, that mileage is low,… more»
Sep 24, 2021 • For Sale • 24 Comments
First Year survivor: 1958 Pontiac Parisienne Hardtop
The Parisienne name first appeared within the Pontiac brand in 1958 as a deluxe “halo” offering within the Laurentian model. While sources tend to be lightly contradictory, it is believed that only around 1,226 examples of the Parisienne V8… more»
Sep 24, 2021 • For Sale • 23 Comments
44k Original Miles: 1963 Buick Riviera
When potential buyers begin their search for a classic car to park in their garage, a vehicle with a long-term ownership history is always reassuring. That generally indicates that the car in question has been treated with respect because… more»
Sep 24, 2021 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Two Owners, 48k Miles: 1969 Buick Skylark Convertible
The Skylark was one of Buick’s longest-running nameplates. It started as a special edition Roadmaster convertible in 1953 to celebrate the company’s 50th anniversary, and most of the rest were either mid-sizes or compacts. This 1969 Skylark Custom convertible… more»
Sep 24, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Affordable British Classic: 1979 MG MGB
Some classic cars will seem to offer potential buyers more than others for their money. That’s what makes this 1979 MGB look like a pretty hot deal. The owner has recently performed a list of work as long as… more»
Sep 24, 2021 • For Sale • 39 Comments
Original 429 CJ: 1970 Ford Torino GT
Stunning. There’s really no other word to describe the first impression made by this 1970 Ford Torino GT. If its appearance isn’t enough to take your breath away, lifting the hood should seal the deal. This classic has been… more»
Sep 24, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Low Mileage Luxury: 1980 Chevy Camaro Berlinetta
While most folks don’t care for the non-performance oriented versions of the Camaro and the Firebird, there’s a certain charm that is inherent in a car that seems to have a mistaken identity. The Camaro wearing Berlinetta trim is… more»
Sep 24, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Estate Find: 1967 Ford Galaxie 500
I wonder how many people would guess that Ford only made the Galaxie 500 with stacked headlights for three short years? Most Barn Finds readers would know that just by picturing the 1964 and 1968 Ford Galaxies in their… more»
Sep 23, 2021 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Parked in 1981: 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1
By 1973, the Mustang was a very different creature to the vehicle that left people breathless when it broke cover in 1964. All of its dimensions had grown, and it was a softer and more civilized car that many… more»
Sep 23, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
289-Powered 1964 Ford Fairlane 500 Sports Coupe
In 1962, between Ford’s Falcon and Galaxie was Ford’s recently introduced intermediate, the Fairlane. They competed with GM’s A-platform – Chevelle, Tempest, Grand Am, etc. – AMC’s Rambler, and Plymouth’s popular Belevedere. The seller has this 1964 Ford Fairlane… more»
Sep 23, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Only One In USA? 1957 Heinkel Tourist W/ Wilmsen Sidecar
With well over 100,000 of these scooters having been made, they aren’t as rare as some other makes but there aren’t many of them in the US. This may be the only one in the United States with this… more»
Sep 23, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Last Factory Track Pak: 1972 Plymouth GTX 440
This 1972 Plymouth GTX is claimed to be the last factory Track Pak car produced by Plymouth. The car was manufactured on July 11, 1972 and equipped with a 440 cubic inch V8 and 4-speed manual transmission. The GTX… more»
