A 1969 Buick LeSabre made me miss Physics class! How’s that for an opening? It’s a true story, and more on that later. Anyway, these were everywhere-cars at one time, 162K LeSabres were assembled in 1969 alone, helping to… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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12k Original Mile: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1982 Chevrolet Corvette presents superbly, which is unsurprising given that it is a sheltered survivor with just 12,000 miles on its odometer. The first owner’s decision to order it in a relatively rare paint shade adds to its… more»
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Solid Californian: 1985 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
It might sound strange, but now is the ideal time to buy a classic Convertible to park in your garage. We’re rapidly heading towards winter, which is traditionally a time when prices are at their lowest. That makes this… more»
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Solid Dent Side Classic: 1979 Ford F-150 4×4
Listed here on eBay, this 1979 Ford F-150 Super Cab 4×4 offers the kind of rugged simplicity that made these “Dent Side” trucks legends. The seller describes it as a solid truck, equipped with the dependable 400-cubic-inch V8, a… more»
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26k Miles and T-Tops: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe
I may be in the minority, but the Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aeroback is one of my favorite eighties cars, simply based on its outward appearance and the design of that wind-cheating rear window. Performance of the street cars… more»
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Recently Restored: 1986 Dodge Omni Shelby GLHS
As someone who grew up on a steady intake of hot hatches and attended high school at a time when modifying a four-cylinder Honda was considered very much en vogue, there’s a warm spot in my heart for cheap… more»
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Long Term Owner! 1965 AMC Rambler Marlin
Wait a second, wasn’t I just talking about AMC’s oddities? The Marlin managed to take the popular fastback body style to such an extreme that buyers balked. Also in the category of “trying too hard”, AMC advertised its big… more»
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No Expense Spared: 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W-30
Claiming that your classic is the best example on the planet is pretty bold. However, the photos suggest that this 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W-30 could rightfully claim that crown. The seller has spared no expense during its restoration, ensuring… more»
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Original 348: 1959 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe
Fins had reached their automotive zenith by 1959. Manufacturers had literally and figuratively climbed to new heights, but Chevrolet adopted a different approach with its Impala. It equipped its latest offering with fins shaped like arched eyebrows, accentuating the… more»
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Wide Load: 1978 AMC Pacer
American Motors – the only independent manufacturer remaining after Studebaker closed in 1966 – occasionally took a quirky path to distinguish itself from the Big Three. The Marlin was odd, then the Gremlin came along, launched in 1970 to… more»
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2002 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 Convertible With 715 Genuine Miles!
Some enthusiasts will purchase a new classic, squirreling it away safely for years, hoping that its value will appreciate. Some vehicles achieve that goal, while others fall short of expectations. That is probably the case with this 2002 Pontiac… more»
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1967 Chevrolet Corvette 1/25 Scale Dealer Promo
Salesman’s samples, or dealership promotions (dealer promos) were a big thing two or three generations ago, or more. A lot of us have seen salesmen’s samples on Antiques Roadshow or in antique shops, or online. This 1967 Chevrolet Corvette… more»
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One Owner 5-Speed: 1992 Volvo 240 Wagon
The Volvo 240 is known as being one of the most reliable and over-built vintage cars you can buy. When new, it was celebrated for its outstanding safety record, a reputation that remains intact today. The 240 enjoys a… more»
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1982 Pontiac Trans Am Survivor: One-Owner Time Capsule
Listed here on eBay, this 1982 Pontiac Trans Am is a true one-owner survivor with just 38,712 miles and a story that reflects decades of careful preservation. According to the seller, the car remains almost completely untouched since the… more»
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6,626 Miles: 1969 Chevrolet Corvair 500
It’s not too common on Barn Finds that we get to follow up on a car after twelve years, but this is one of those times: This 1969 Corvair was first featured in 2013 when it was apparently being sold by… more»
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1990 Dodge Power Ram 150 Short Bed 360 V8
It’s been 15 years since Dodge separated its pickup line into the Ram series, and I still can’t get used to not referring to them as a Dodge. It’s still a Dodge pickup to me. Change is hard for… more»
