I’ve often sat and contemplated whether there is any such thing as automotive perfection, and that is a question that is difficult to answer. A car that ticks all the right boxes for one person might leave another feeling… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Sep 4, 2021 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Spotless Survivor: 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon Hardtop
When Oldsmobile introduced the Salon package in 1973, its vision was to bring a touch of European flair to the 4th Generation Cutlass range. Whether or not this was a success is open to question, but it certainly didn’t… more»
Sep 4, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Original 455: 1971 Oldsmobile 442 W-30
Imagine opening a workshop door and finding a 1971 Oldsmobile 442 hiding under a heavy layer of dust. Then imagine discovering that the vehicle had occupied that spot for 23-years. That is the story with our feature car. Thankfully,… more»
Sep 4, 2021 • For Sale • 48 Comments
Ultimate Woodie? 1979 “Oakbug H1”
Occasionally a car will appear on our desks here at Barn Finds that will leave us scratching our heads. That is the case with this Oakbug H1. We’ve seen some crazy customs, but this car has to rate up… more»
Sep 4, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Two-Owner Survivor: 1971 AMC Javelin SST
If an enthusiast is searching for a turn-key classic to park in their workshop, a couple of attributes could help a particular candidate’s cause. While it isn’t always the case, long-term ownership can indicate that the vehicle in question… more»
Sep 3, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Nicest One Left? 1971 Dodge Colt
Talk about a time capsule: this 1971 Dodge Colt has been in long-term single family ownership until just recently, and is practically an artifact given how few are left in any condition – let alone nicely preserved like this… more»
Sep 3, 2021 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Restore Or Restomod? 1964 Dodge Town Wagon
Looking like a very solid project panel truck, this 1964 Dodge D100 Town Wagon would be a nice and eye-catching alternative to a similar era Jeep Wagoneer, Chevrolet Suburban, or International Travelall. It’s listed here on eBay in Voorhees,… more»
Sep 3, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Perfect Stance: 1966 GMC C20 Pickup
This 1966 GMC Pickup ticks many of the right boxes for genuine enthusiasts. It is a structurally sound classic with loads of character. It features a drivetrain that should offer its next owner performance to burn, and its dropped… more»
Sep 3, 2021 • For Sale • 23 Comments
34k Mile Survivor: 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
1974 was a down model year for most of Detroit’s larger cars, thanks to the OPEC oil embargo the previous year. That turn of events sent buyers scurrying to smaller, more fuel-efficient automobiles. The Chevy Monte Carlo was all-new… more»
Sep 3, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
396/4-Speed: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
There will always be those moments in life where we need to make decisions. Some of those would seem insignificant, while others will require careful consideration before we make a commitment. That is the case with this 1965 Corvette… more»
Sep 3, 2021 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Brazilian Karmann Model: 1984 Volkswagen Mobil Safari Camper
Talk about ungainly! This 1984 VW camper looks like it has the weight of the world on its over-burdened shoulders. It’s supposedly one of 850, number 361 actually, with a body by Karmann Ghia of Brazil. This example is… more»
Sep 3, 2021 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Highly Optioned: 1983 Ford Bronco XLT
As you will see, the original owner of this 1983 Ford Bronco XLT wasn’t afraid to splash the cash when he ordered this classic. It appears to be a highly-optioned vehicle that has been treated with respect throughout its… more»
Sep 3, 2021 • For Sale • 19 Comments
1 of 96: 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W-30
Oldsmobile got into the mid-size muscle car movement in 1964 with the 4-4-2 (or 442) based on the Cutlass. It was every bit as potent as any of the rest of its corporate cousins. The W-30 option, which became… more»
Sep 2, 2021 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Time Capsule? 1972 Chevrolet Impala
The fifth generation of the Chevy Impala was built between 1971-76, after which they would be downsized from their peak size of 227 inches overall. The Impala, though behind the Caprice in the amenities department, would continue to be… more»
Sep 2, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
17k Mile Survivor: 1978 Chrysler LeBaron
Chrysler reinvented the LeBaron name in 1977 after the demise of the Imperial. As downsizing was all the rage by then, the new LeBaron would use the same platform as the Dodge Aspen/Plymouth Volare but with sheet metal of… more»
Sep 2, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Spotless Italian: 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa P350 GTS
The term “affordable” is always going to be a relative one. This is especially true when dealing with any classic that rolled out of the factory of an Italian thoroughbred manufacturer. When it was launched, the Jalpa was envisaged… more»
