After WWII, Willys wasted no time in transforming its proven military design into a vehicle for the civilian market. The result was the CJ-2A, a tough little 4×4 that carried the same rugged DNA as the wartime MB while… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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A Good Daily Driver? 1983 Chevrolet Chevette CS
As rough as this 1983 Chevrolet Chevette CS four-door sedan looks in the overall photos and even in the detailed photos, I tend to agree with the seller that it could make a good daily driver. Maybe not the… more»
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Original Paint Grocery Getter: 1966 Mercury Colony Park
Nothing speaks of luxury like simulated wood paneling, and when that paneling is ostensibly original to the car, so much the better. Presented as a “real rust free car from [the] Southern Utah desert,” this 1966 Mercury Colony Park… more»
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Early Patina: 1966 Porsche 912 Coupe 5-Speed
Porsche’s 912 has steadily gained recognition as one of the best-kept secrets in the marque’s history, offering the same timeless looks as the 911 but with a lighter, more balanced driving character. This 1966 Porsche 912 Coupe, listed here… more»
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BF Auction: 1970 Ford F-100
Every so often, a truck surfaces that not only tells the story of Ford’s durable engineering but also carries with it a strong sense of local history. This 1970 Ford F-100, now offered exclusively here on Barn Finds, is… more»
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No Reserve: 1969 AMC AMX
This 1969 AMC AMX ticks so many of the “right” boxes that it is hard to know where to start. It has been part of the same family since Day One, meaning it has a known ownership history. It… more»
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65K-Mile Survivor: 1972 Buick Electra 225
I have a hard time thinking of a more elegant car, at least from the early 1970s, than this 1972 Buick Electra 225 hardtop sedan. The details, color, and condition all come together on this one, in my opinion…. more»
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One Prior Owner: 1987 Dodge Aries
The K-car line-up of automobiles, including the Dodge Aries, is credited with saving Chrysler Corp. from extinction in the 1980s. The company’s dependence on stodgy big cars in the 1970s almost did them in, but the front-wheel-drive, gas-sipping K-cars… more»
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One Owner Survivor: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
Some readers will take one look at this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu and immediately dismiss it for having too many doors. However, doing so could be a mistake, because it is a genuine one-owner survivor with a freshly rebuilt… more»
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Power Pak! 1969 Ford F-100 Farm & Ranch Special
Well, here’s a rare one, and you’d never know it by looking at the exterior photos. At least without zooming in on the faded Farm & Ranch Special decal above the front fenders on each side. That isn’t even… more»
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BF Auction: 1974 Land Rover Series III
Classic 4×4 enthusiasts will want to take notice of this 1974 Land Rover, now available exclusively on Barn Finds Auctions. This vintage off-roader was recently discovered as a true barn find in Corpus Christi, Texas, with just 25,052 miles… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
This 1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, available now on Barn Finds, is a rare two-owner example with an incredible backstory and a well-preserved presentation. Currently located in Bristol, Connecticut, it shows 116,000 miles and retains its original 305 V8 with… more»
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Fully Loaded: 1971 Pontiac Grand Ville Convertible
Some classics receive a decent run at Barn Finds, while others are seen less frequently. This 1971 Pontiac Grand Ville Convertible falls into the latter category, with the company’s low production tally almost guaranteeing that fact. This is a… more»
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BF Auction: 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Special Edition
Mazda has built a well-earned reputation for delivering affordable sports cars that capture the essence of driving joy, and the MX-5 Miata stands as its crown jewel. Offered here on Barn Finds is a particularly special example, a 2008… more»
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54K Mile Survivor: 1971 AMC Ambassador
Last week, I covered this beautifully restored 1960 Rambler American, and today, I’m going to stay in an AMC vein but move things forward eleven years and review this 1971 Ambassador, a find courtesy of Barney. Unlike the American,… more»
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RHD Wagon: 1998 Toyota Caldina AWD
Not all of the automobile nameplates built abroad make it to the U.S. Case in point is the Toyota Caldina, a station wagon that was largely sold on its home turf. It was produced across three generations from 1992… more»
