Long-wheelbase and short-wheelbase have very profound meanings when it comes to collector vehicles. It really doesn’t matter which one you prefer; rather, it can affect the value of a vehicle depending on which length was harder to find. This… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Belt Service Done: 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
It’s hard to believe, but given the absolute bananas prices the exotic and supercar markets have been seeing, the Ferrari Testarossa still represents a strong value for enthusiasts dipping their toe into the six-figure “hobby” car pool. Made… more»
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Reutter Cabriolet: 1952 Porsche 356 “Pre-A”
You may think if you have a Porsche 356 in the garage, you’ve reached one of the mountaintops of collector car ownership. And heck, you’re not far off, especially if it’s a Super 90 or Speedster. However, there’s a… more»
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Franco-American Droptop: 1985 Renault Alliance
As the name suggests, the Renault Alliance was a partnership between AMC and, at the time, its majority partner, Renault. They were only made for a handful of model years and are rarely seen today, and more than a… more»
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No Reserve Short Bed: 1986 GMC K1500 Sierra
This is the one! A short bed, “Square Body” Chevrolet or GMC pickup, such as this 1986 GMC K1500 Sierra, has become very collectible! And this example punches all of the right tickets. Considered a survivor, this GM gem… more»
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Biggest SUV Ever! 2002 Ford Excursion
The Ford Excursion was mammoth. Built from 2000 to 2005, it was the longest and heaviest mass-production SUV available, targeting buyers of the Chevy Suburban/GMC Yukon XL. Under the skin, it essentially was a Super Duty truck with tons… more»
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Weekend Special: 1940 Buick Series 40 Special
There’s nothing like finding a project car whose needs are so minimal that the new owner could tackle them at home over a couple of weekends. That is the tantalizing prospect offered by this 1940 Buick Special. It is… more»
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Airplane Engine! 1971 Allis-Chalmers Terra Tiger
Put on your thinking caps, it’s quiz time here at Barn Finds University. Howard, no spitballs! Ok, name a six-wheel-drive vehicle that floats, has an airplane engine, and is “dangerously fast”. Oh yeah, and one that has basically no… more»
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An Imperial Specimen! 1953 Chrysler Windsor
Of all of the Detroit auto stories that have transpired since the 2008 meltdown, the almost demise of the Chrysler brand is the most disconcerting for me. Its current line-up consists of the dated 300 sedan and a minivan… more»
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49K-Mile Original 1978 Jeep Wagoneer
49,000 miles aren’t a lot to have accumulated on a vehicle, especially when the vehicle, like this 1978 Jeep Wagoneer, is almost four-and-a-half decades old. That’s around 1,100 miles a year on average over the last 44 years. The… more»
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Museum Quality? 1976 Kawasaki Jet Ski JS400
Sadly, summer is long gone and fall is wrapping up here in the upper Midwest as I write this. But, what’s another six months of cold, snow, ice, slippery sidewalks, and salty roads, which lead to rusty vehicles? Hello?… more»
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BF Auction: 1986 Volvo 240 Wagon
If you are familiar with old Volvos, then you know that the brand used to be more associated with durability than luxury. Many of the high-mileage record holders are Volvos and if you couldn’t tell already, I love them!… more»
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Desirable Model: 1970 Datsun 240Z Series 1
The Datsun 240Z demonstrated that the Japanese possessed the expertise to produce affordable sports cars. The early “Series 1” version, like our feature car, is the most desirable. It is an unmolested vehicle with no apparent needs beyond requiring… more»
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Enzo’s Final Model: 1992 Ferrari F40
In the world of automotive design and manufacturing, the quest for perfection can be driven as much by ego as by the desire to achieve engineering excellence. Such is the case with the Ferrari F40. While its styling was… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport
The 1972 model year was the first time that the Fairlane/Torino beat out the Chevy Chevelle in terms of sales. They were all new cars that year, whereas the Chevrolets were on their fifth (and last) year of a… more»
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Open to Offers: 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
Some classic cars represent a collaborative effort by several companies, which is true of the 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. It utilized the underpinnings and drivetrain of a Beetle with a body designed by Carrozzeria Ghia and assembled by coachbuilders Karmann…. more»
