It’s hard to believe that the Chevette was made until the end of 1987. Much more modern vehicles with front-wheel-drive were being made with airbags and stereos with tiny-button equalizers and everything, yet the Chevette soldiered on. This 1984… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Back From Peru: 1958 International A-110
The International Harvester A-Series debuted in 1957. The name represented the company’s 50th “anniversary” in the truck building business. They were wider than their predecessors and the front fenders were better integrated into the body than before. This ’58… more»
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Pre-Smog R107: 1975 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
It’s easy to take the classic Mercedes-Benz R107 for granted. After all, they made a ton of them, and you don’t have to look too hard to find one for sale pretty much anywhere. Even zip codes that aren’t… more»
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1 of 27: 1969 Dodge Charger 500 Hemi
One of the rarest muscle cars out there is the 1969 Dodge Charger 500, which was built in limited numbers to emulate a more aerodynamic Mopar on the racetrack. Estimates are that only 392 were built and – of… more»
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Solid Californian: 1965 Chevrolet Impala
A Fourth Generation Chevrolet Impala doesn’t always need to carry an SS badge to be desirable. If the car in question is rock-solid, presents well, and is ready for fun, that can be enough to attract the attention of… more»
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Original 402/4-Speed: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
Brand recognition is a crucial consideration for any manufacturer in the consumer world. Once a company develops an instantly recognizable model, they tend to avoid changing the name to reduce the potential for lost sales due to buyer confusion…. more»
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Diesel Midas Edition: 1980 International Scout II
Elkhart, Indiana was for years the mecca of RV manufacturers and other conversion companies. Midas Van Conversion Company out of Elkhart was contracted by International-Harvestor to build this diesel-powered 1980 International Scout II Traveler Midas Edition along with just… more»
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Not As New As You Think: 1995 Mustang GTS
Let’s see—a car from 1995 is 27 years old, and a classic is typically taken to be a car 25 years old or older. That puts a lot of iron on the radar that just constituted “used cars” not… more»
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1973 Mazda Luce GS (RX-4) With 6,397 Genuine Kilometres!
Occasionally, a classic car will emerge that is incredibly well-preserved and could serve as a museum piece. Such is the case with this 1973 Mazda Luce GS. Known in export markets as the RX-4, this vehicle started its life… more»
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52K-Mile 1972 Ford Maverick
Between the Ford Falcon and Ford Fairmont was the Ford Maverick. It was a somewhat sassy little car and the early examples were nice with smaller bumpers such as on this 1972 Ford Maverick two-door sedan. The brown color… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1978 Ford Pinto Wagon
Both Ford and Chevrolet introduced sub-compact cars in 1971, and both would be controversial in their own ways. The Pinto would become the subject of safety concerns in rear-end collisions, while the Vega’s negative PR was largely based on… more»
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66k Original Miles: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
The 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air has been a staple of the classic scene for decades, and spotless examples command impressive prices. That left enthusiasts in a quandary. Many wished to buy into the Bel Air lifestyle but didn’t have… more»
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Rarest Color: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
Sometimes a classic car doesn’t need to be a firebreathing monster to be classed as desirable. This 1972 Corvette demonstrates this fact thanks to its rare paint color and host of optional extras. It is a tidy and original… more»
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Only 23K Miles? 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
Of the 38,762 Chevrolet Corvettes built in 1969, I think we’ve covered every one of them. Maybe some even twice! Ok, so that’s probably an exaggeration but they’ve gotten deep coverage here on Barn Finds. One thing, however, that… more»
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Cheap Drop-Top: 1993 Chrysler LeBaron
The LeBaron name appeared on a variety of Chrysler products over the years, from 1931 through 1941 and again from 1955 until 1995. It stood for luxury regardless of the platform and complimented the high-end Imperial in the 1950s… more»
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Yamahauler Tribute: 1971 Dodge B100 Van
The early 1970s were what I consider the beginning of the adventure decade. Bicycles, especially ten-speed bikes, and downhill skiing were big sporting activities. Another one that really caught me by the neck would be motorcycles, especially off-road motorcycles…. more»
