Hiding in this shed is a wonderful classic, offering endless possibilities. The seller states that this 1951 Mercury Eight Convertible is a genuine barn find. They performed a mechanical refresh, returning it to a roadworthy state after years in… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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24k Original Miles: 1971 Lincoln Continental Mark III
The Lincoln Continental Mark III represented Lee Iacocca’s best thinking. By sharing a platform with the Ford Thunderbird and restyling it with a distinctive grille, the company produced a luxury product that commanded a premium price and cost mere… more»
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Unrestored Survivor: 1969 Pontiac GTO “The Judge”
The word “iconic” is probably one of the most overused words in the classic world, and some cars simply don’t deserve that label. However, when the vehicle in question is a 1969 Pontiac GTO “Judge,” it richly deserves that… more»
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Rare Drop-Top: 1964 Ford Falcon Sprint Convertible
Automotive history has repeatedly demonstrated that timing can be everything. Manufacturers that get it right taste sales success, while those that get it wrong typically face showroom disappointment. Such was the case with the Ford Falcon Sprint. It never… more»
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61k Original Miles: 1978 Dodge D100 Pickup
Because of the lives they typically live, Pickups can look pretty tired and ratty as they get older. Sometimes an exception to that rule shows up, as this 1978 Dodge D100 demonstrates. It has led a sheltered life and… more»
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No Reserve Low-Mile 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
America’s Sports Car, the Chevrolet Corvette, has been produced every year since 1953 – except 1983. That was when they took a year off, shifting from the third to the fourth generation models. When the Corvette returned in 1984,… more»
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3-On-The-Tree! 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
In the 1950s, a column-shifted manual transmission was common fare. But by the 1970s, automatic transmissions had largely taken their place – at least on non-performance automobiles. This 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Sport Coupe has a 307 cubic inch… more»
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Heavy-Duty 4×4 Survivor: 1971 International Harvester Travelall 1210
As glamorous as a brick on wheels, the Travelall was produced from 1953 through 1975. By this time, IH was well established in the light-duty truck market, selling to farmers, contractors, and families who wanted rugged, go-anywhere haulers. The… more»
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Solid Survivor: 1976 BMW 2002
The appeal of the classic world is that it offers something for every taste. Those who prefer high-performance domestic models have plenty of choice, but there are also excellent options for those seeking something European. This 1976 BMW 2002… more»
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Future Collectible? 2004 Saab 9-3 Aero
The other day, I was motivating northbound on I-75 in South Florida, and saw a late-model Saab parked on the southbound shoulder. The orange tag on the windshield told me that the Florida Highway Patrol had tagged it as… more»
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Fox-Body Special: 1979 Mustang Indy 500 Pace Car
Many car collectors have a niche interest that they pursue. Professional cars, like funeral coaches or police cruisers, are one. Having anything and everything Hemi is another. Somewhere in this pantheon come pace cars, and more particularly, those that… more»
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1-of-500: 1986 Dodge Shelby Omni GLH-S
Hot hatches were a staple of the 1980s, though some were hotter than others. The Dodge Shelby Omni GLH-S was a one-year-only model that provided exceptional performance for its size. Only 500 cars rolled off the factory floor in… more»
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1-of-25: 1964 Ford Consul Capri
Ford of Britain produced some interesting small cars, including the Escort and Cortina. One of the more unusual was the Consul Capri, featuring styling cues from the Thunderbird and the Starliner. It is believed that only around twenty-five examples… more»
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31k Original Miles: 1988 Pontiac Trans Am GTA
We’ve recently seen a few low-mileage survivors cross our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1988 Pontiac Trans Am GTA is no exception. It presents beautifully, which isn’t surprising given its genuine 31,000 miles on the clock. It is… more»
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2000 Chevrolet Corvette With 50 Miles!
Classics like this 2000 Chevrolet Corvette pose a unique challenge. Chevrolet created this car to be driven and enjoyed, which is instinctively what anyone would want to do. However, this car has clocked only 50 miles since leaving the… more»
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Cheap 1964 Fuji Go-Devil Portable Mini Bike!
Missing the rare-to-find carrying bag and with a much smaller replacement seat, but looking like a pretty easy restoration project, this 1964 Fuji Go-Devil Portable Mini Bike can be found here on Facebook Marketplace in Jasper, Georgia. These aren’t… more»
