The mid-size Olds Cutlass Supreme, which started as an option on the F85 compact, became one of the best-selling automobiles of the 1970s and 1980s. The car found its footing in its third generation (1968-72) and would take off… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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158 Original Miles: 1986 Honda Elite 150 Deluxe
While the muscle car fans among us may scoff at humble little scooters like these, there are definite arguments to be made for at least having something of a small runabout in your garage for days when sucking down… more»
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Former Disney Ride: 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible
During my time with Barn Finds, I’ve had the opportunity to write about some rare and interesting vehicles. While this 1965 Mustang Convertible may not initially seem rare, its story is undeniably unusual. It is a car that has… more»
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69k Original Miles: 1968 Dodge Coronet 440 Hardtop
When confronted with a project car like this 1968 Dodge Coronet 440 Hardtop, choosing a course of action can be challenging. At first glance, it looks like a restoration requiring countless hours of work with the grinder and welder…. more»
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Original 327/4-Speed: 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS
Some enthusiasts are passionate about their classic cars, but the prospect of tackling a restoration can seem overwhelming or beyond their ability. That is where cars like this 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS fill the void. There is scope for… more»
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Immaculate 4×4 Wagon: 1986 AMC Eagle Limited Edition
Every now and again, we, the writers, have to remind ourselves not to overuse certain adjectives. This includes words like “survivor” that can get tossed around pretty easily if you’re not careful. But there are times when we really… more»
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396 Powered! 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS
When I was 14, the year this car was built, an SS 396 was my number one dream vehicle. Even though the whole “Super Sport” thing was just an appearance package, it was an exceptionally cool one. This is… more»
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3,000 Original Miles! 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser Series 75
I wish I knew where this 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser pickup has spent the past 30 years. According to the seller, it has 3,000 original miles on the odometer! The ad doesn’t have hardly any information (I guess the… more»
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Rare Willow Mist? 1963 Buick Riviera
Just when you think every old, interesting collectible car has been scooped up by a flipper, and it’s just not possible for another to surface, ta-da! a beautiful, inaugural year 1963 Buick Riviera appears. Claimed as a 40K original… more»
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13k-Mile Unrestored 1988 Monte Carlo SS
In the 80’s, Chevrolet positioned itself as “The Heartbeat of America,” but sadly they pulled the plug on the last of the G-Body platform Monte Carlo’s after the 1988 model year. The SS models from the mid-80’s continue to… more»
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One-Family 428 GP! 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
The zeal and vision of Pontiac General Manager John Z. DeLorean (yes, that DeLorean) energized designers of the 1969 Grand Prix to reinvent the sporty upscale two-door in the vein of popular pony cars like the Ford Mustang and… more»
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36k Documented Miles: 1978 Ford Pinto Squire Wagon
Ford produced 188,899 examples of the Pinto during 1978, and you will still occasionally see them battling gamely in the cut-and-thrust that is part of the modern motoring world. While some will present well, others survive thanks to equal… more»
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Long-Term Owner: 1984 Pininfarina Azzurra Spider
Electing to part with a classic that you have owned for many years can be a tough decision, but it is one that has been made by the owner of this 1984 Pininfarina Azzurra Spider. It presents impressively for… more»
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Vintage Camping Classic! 1966 Volkswagen Type 2
The Type 2, also known as the VW Bus and – later – the Vanagon, was a microbus that came to signify the hippie movement of the 1960s and 1970s. These were versatile vehicles that could even be fitted… more»
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Gucci Edition: 1972 AMC Hornet Sportabout
It’s hard to tell what freaky fun and frivolity is hiding inside this classic dark green colored 1972 AMC Hornet Sportabout. It’s sort of like those people (and, you know who you are) who wear bright and colorful socks… more»
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No Reserve Wonderful! 1985 Chevrolet Camaro IROC Z28
Sometimes it seems that the third-generation (’82-’92) Chevrolet Camaro, such as this 1985 IROC Z28 example, is the Rodney Dangerfield of Camaros, they get no respect. Everyone is caught up in the original first-gen (’67-’69) and early second-gen (’70-’73)… more»
