In the 140-year history of the automobile, I’m sure I’m not alone in thinking that the 1965 model year was one of the best. Almost everything on the road was attractive and powerful enough for everyday use (even today);… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
BF Exclusive: 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO Tribute
Replicas can be hit or miss, but when they’re built with the intent to be driven and enjoyed, they tend to stand out for the right reasons. This 1978 Datsun 280Z–based Ferrari 250 GTO Tribute, currently listed as a… more»
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Heritage Brown: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
Brown was a popular color in the 1970’s and Pontiac offered it on the Trans Am in different hues from 1977 to 1979. This example is a 1979 Pontiac Trans Am located in Collinsville, Texas. It is listed here… more»
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Ford-Powered Exotic: 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
The De Tomaso Pantera was renowned for three things. It offered mind-bending performance and stunning looks. However, these Italian-built classics developed an unwelcome reputation for rusting mercilessly. This 1972 Pantera is an exception, as it is as solid as… more»
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Original 273 Horsepower: 1967 Plymouth Barracuda
Some classics provide options for enthusiasts to ponder. Such is the case with this 1967 Plymouth Barracuda. Its lack of rust would make it a prime candidate for preservation. However, that same trait makes restoring this beauty to its… more»
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6k Mile 1999 Pontiac Trans Am 30th Anniversary Convertible
Celebratory models are common in the automotive world, and the Trans Am was the guest of honor when Pontiac released a 30th Anniversary Edition in 1999. Available in two body styles, this classic’s first owner opted for the wind-in-the-hair… more»
BF Exclusive: 2007 Pontiac G6 GT Convertible
With summer fast approaching, there are few things more attractive than the prospect of hitting the road in a classic Convertible for a wind-in-the-hair motoring experience. If affordability is a consideration, this 2007 Pontiac G6 GT Convertible could be… more»
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Big Boat Cruiser: 1970 Buick Electra 225
Beginning in 1959, the Electra was Buick’s top-of-the-line automobile for more than three decades. It replaced the Roadmaster, which would make a return in the 1990s. The Electra would share its C-body platform with the likes of the Oldsmobile… more»
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Low-Mile Drop Top: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
The 1972 Chevrolet Corvette sits at a meaningful crossroads in the model’s history, blending the raw character of earlier C3 cars with subtle refinements that made them more livable on the road. Listed here on eBay, this particular example… more»
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As New Mystic Blue: 1991 Dodge Stealth R/T Twin Turbo
When you have the best of something to sell, it sometimes challenges you to endure a painstaking waiting game. After all, the best example of a car typically demands a higher asking price, and then a buyer who will… more»
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Frame-Off Fresh: 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
The early-1970s Chevrolet Monte Carlo has quietly earned its place as one of the era’s most comfortable and stylish ways into vintage American luxury muscle, and this 1972 example shows why the model has gained so much traction in… more»
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Survivor Cat: 1973 Mercury Cougar Convertible
I clearly remember the first time I saw a new for ’67 Mercury Cougar – and I thought it was fabulous! I hadn’t been much of a Mustang fan, though it wasn’t long before I came to realize that… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1970 Ford Fairlane 500
Though the Fairlane nameplate had been a Ford staple since the mid-1950s, it had been applied to an intermediate-sized automobile starting in 1962. Things were winding down for the Fairlane in 1970 as the Torino had already become the… more»
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Buttercup Yellow: 1973 International Scout II
Finding a vintage 4×4 in the Bay Area usually means one of two things: it’s either a rusted-out beach cruiser or a six-figure restoration parked in front of a tech campus. But this 1973 International Scout II popping up… more»
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383/4-Speed: 1967 Dodge Charger
This 1967 Dodge Charger will probably divide opinions among our Barn Finds readers. Some will examine the images, assess the baked paint, and view it as an ideal restoration candidate. Others will consider the same attributes, but view its… more»
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Final Year 454: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette
The automotive world was changing dramatically in the mid-1970s. Manufacturers were forced to focus on safety, fuel efficiency, and emission standards, with outright performance suffering as a result. It was against this backdrop that this 1974 Chevrolet Corvette left… more»
