Some enthusiasts will spend the money on a shiny new classic, squirreling it away for years, hoping that it will prove to be a rock-solid long-term investment. Chevrolet’s 1978 Corvette Indy Pace Car Edition was one of the more… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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455/4-Speed: 1971 Pontiac Trans Am
By 1971, the writing was on the wall, with manufacturers and the buying public aware that upcoming legislative changes would have a profound impact on high-performance models. However, there were still some pretty impressive cars available that satisfied the… more»
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Teutonic Turbo: 1983 Audi 5000 Turbo Diesel
We’ve seen 13 Audis from 1983 here on Barn Finds, and all but one of them have had only two doors. The only four-door 5000 sedan we’ve seen was written up by yours truly, three years ago here. It… more»
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Tribute Van: 1977 Dodge B200 Yamahauler
As far as I know, we’ve only seen one other Dodge Van Yamahauler here on Barn Finds over the years, and that one was also a tribute rather than the real thing. That isn’t a bad thing at all…. more»
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Cheap Wheels Orphan: 2001 Saturn LW300
Remember Saturn Corp., the division of General Motors, whose slogan was, “A different kind of company, a different kind of car”? They were known for their unique culture that was embraced by both employees and customers. And for body… more»
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43k One-Family Miles: 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
The period in which it was produced is an important factor in defining a great luxury auto, and in the late seventies, the Ninety-Eight was doing a fine job representing Oldsmobile as its flagship model. Even though the car… more»
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Low Mileage Survivor: 1974 Toyota HiLux Pickup
Here’s a compact pickup that managed to dodge the 25% “chicken tax” to find itself in the good ole US of A. The chicken tax was a retaliatory measure taken against Europe in 1964, which had tariffed imports of… more»
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Original Nailhead: 1955 Buick Century Riviera
Purchasing a classic that you can enjoy immediately and potentially restore at your leisure is an attractive proposition, and this 1955 Buick Century Riviera presents just such an opportunity. The Buick features a few subtle and practical upgrades, but… more»
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Grandma’s Sports Car: 1993 Dodge Stealth R/T
There are some cars that are undeniably vintage yet not likely to become prized collector’s items. This is a good thing, as it means the car in question can be driven daily without too much regret, while still being… more»
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One-Family Owned: 1967 Jaguar S-Type
Up for grabs here on Craigslist in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania is this classic 1967 Jaguar S-Type 3.8 sports sedan in very tidy condition. The car has only 59,140 miles on the odometer, and $19,500 is being asked. Thanks to Mitchell… more»
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Project Truck Find: 1976 Dodge Ramcharger SE Removable-Top
Dodge didn’t build the Ramcharger in huge numbers compared to some of its rivals, and the early removable-top trucks are getting harder to find each year. This 1976 Dodge Ramcharger SE listed here on eBay is described by the… more»
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273/4-Speed: 1965 Plymouth Barracuda Formula S
Although the Mustang has long been recognized as the first Pony Car, Plymouth beat Ford to the market with the Barracuda by two weeks. However, unlike the Mustang, the Barracuda only enjoyed a relatively brief stint in showrooms. This… more»
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Charming Survivor: 1963 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova 400 Series
If you’ve been hunting for an early Nova that you can hop in and enjoy right away, this 1963 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova 400 Series might be the sweet spot. Listed here on craigslist out of the Concordia/Cully area… more»
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Tri-Power Safari! 1960 Pontiac Station Wagon
We cover 1960 Pontiacs here on BF from time to time, but rarely the station wagon version. Today’s find, courtesy of T.J., is a Catalina Safari, and it’s spectacular looking as well as being unusually equipped. The seller claims… more»
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1 of 1: 1986 Wilt Chamberlain Searcher 1
Whenever I jump into my Lotus Elise Series 1, I’m reminded that even at 6 feet tall, it’s already a struggle to get comfortable. When you’re 7 feet 1 inch tall and can’t fit comfortably in a Lamborghini Countach… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1999 Toyota 4Runner SR5
Sometimes, a vehicle becomes so integral to our lives that parting with it seems unthinkable. Such is the case with this 1999 Toyota 4Runner SR5. The current owner purchased this unmolested survivor off the showroom floor as his first… more»
