We consider ourselves lucky here at Barn Finds because we have readers who will spot wonderful classics for us that we may otherwise miss. That is the case with this 1973 Ford Thunderbird. It seems that Barn Finder Larry… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Factory 5-Speed: 1982 Honda Prelude
Many cars produced in the 1980s have disappeared from our roads. The combination of high mileage and plummeting values has seen them driven into the ground before being driven to the junkyard. That fate hasn’t befallen this 1982 Honda… more»
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1 of 1,392: 1955 Chrysler Windsor Deluxe Convertible
1955 was a watershed year for Detroit in regards to styling, new engines, dazzling colors and interiors, and sales. A record year with almost eight million automobiles sold. By comparison, the 1954 Chrysler looks frumpy compared to the all… more»
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Original 401: 1965 Buick Wildcat
The owner of this 1965 Buick Wildcat recently found it hidden away in a barn. A close inspection revealed a structurally sound classic that would make a rewarding and straightforward restoration project. He has coaxed its original V8 back… more»
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No Reserve: 1966 Plymouth Satellite
This 1966 Plymouth Satellite ticks many of the right boxes for potential buyers. It is an overall solid car that is in sound mechanical health. It would benefit from a cosmetic refresh, but potential buyers will be starting this… more»
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42K Original Miles: 1987 Alfa Romeo Milano Gold
I haven’t exactly over-shared this, but I picked up an Alfa Romeo project over the summer, and it’s similar to this car shown here. Mine is a 1988 Alfa Romeo Milano Verde, which had an upgraded 3.0L “Busso” V6… more»
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Sleeper Coupe: 1987 Buick Regal Limited Turbo T
Bidding is already very much up there for this 1987 Buick Regal Limited Turbo T, which the seller claims is one of just 1,035 made in black with a tan leather interior. While the Grand National typically has a… more»
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True Survivor: 36k Mile 1976 Buick Riviera
While the late 1970s has been regarded as The Malaise Era, a few good cars emerged from the automotive rubble. This 1976 Buick Riviera could be one of them. It is a one-owner classic that is in remarkable condition… more»
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350/6-Speed: 1996 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition
When Chevrolet retired the C3 Corvette, it did so by building a low-volume Collector Edition. They realized that they were onto a good thing, so they repeated the process when the C4 was put out to pasture. This 1996… more»
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Rare Bird: 1977 Pontiac Esprit Skybird
The 1977 Pontiac Firebird Esprit Skybird was an example of an automobile manufacturer responding to market trends. The company recognized that 30% of their Firebird sales were to female buyers. They sought to capture a larger percentage by producing… more»
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Marty McFly’s 1985 Toyota SR5 Pickup
While plenty of attention has been lavished on the DeLorean, another vehicle from the “Back to the Future” movie franchise, one which made essentially a cameo appearance, has remained largely ignored. The vehicle in question is a 1985 Toyota… more»
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Show Favorites: Muscle Car And Corvette Nationals
The 2021 edition of the Muscle Car And Corvette Nationals (aka MCACN) is in the books. Held in Rosemont, Illinois, the roots of the show go back to 2010. Since then, this has become a gathering for aficionados of… more»
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Diesel Time Capsule: 1990 Chevrolet Silverado
UPDATE – We got word from the seller of this time capsule pickup that it didn’t find a buyer, so they’ve relisted it. We’ve updated the link to the new auction below. Hopefully, it finds a good home this… more»
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One Year Only: 1953 Kaiser Dragon
We’ve all heard people say how all modern cars look alike, and often we dismiss these statements as the ramblings of somebody who is either old and longing for better times or who is uninformed. However, there is some… more»
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Original Steel: 1932 Chevrolet Roadster
In 1931, Chevrolet was celebrating a strong year, having overtaken Ford in sales. Across town, Ford was getting ready to retake the lead with the introduction of its new V8 for the 1932 model year. However, there was no… more»
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454/4-Speed: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette
While some owners strive for spotless originality, there are times when a tidy driver can be the best classic car that we can park in our garage. They offer their owner the same motoring experience but in a package… more»
