Pride in ownership takes many forms, but I always felt like the old guard did a much better job of conveying this than the modern, well-moneyed collectors. What I mean to say is the last caretaker of this 1991… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Rare Six-Cylinder: 1969 MGC Roadster
Although it might seem familiar at first glance, this is one of the most rare British sports cars ever to hit American shores. This 1969 MGC convertible is one of only 1,757 produced in Abingdon that year. Located in… more»
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Japanese Market Only: AMG 1993 Mercedes-Benz 400E S3
When most enthusiasts think of Japanese market vehicles, they almost automatically refer to the right-hand drive kei cars and trucks, or low-mileage sports cars bearing names like “Skyline” and “Fairlady.” The somewhat hidden market that exists in Japan actually… more»
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1-of-16: 1970 Buick GS 455 Convertible
When an owner makes a rarity claim about a classic car, it is often viewed with skepticism. However, the one made for this 1970 Buick GS 455 Convertible does stand up to some scrutiny. Its overall presentation is pretty… more»
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Texas Survivor: 1978 Jeep Wagoneer
When this 1978 Jeep Wagoneer was new, it was by no means a cheap vehicle. Considering that it was designed to combine luxury motoring with legendary off-road abilities, that is no great surprise. With a V8 under the hood… more»
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Unrestored Survivor: 1926 Buick Master Six
Occasionally, a car will appear on our desks here at Barn Finds that takes our breath away. That is the case with this 1926 Buick Master Six. This isn’t because it is a stunningly restored classic, but because this… more»
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23k Miles: 1974 Lotus Europa Special
The Lotus Europa was a mid-engine GT sports car that was built between 1966-75. “Federalized” versions of the car were built for the U.S. market but lost some of their aerodynamic characteristics in the process. The Europa Special, like… more»
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Basement Survivor: 1971 Buick Riviera
Buick was not afraid of pushing the envelope on styling in the 1960s/1970s. Examples include the “swoopy” looks of the ’68 Skylark, followed by the ’71 “boattail” Riviera, including the seller’s car. Buick had hoped the change in styling… more»
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One-Owner Survivor: 1968 Pontiac GTO
While the car is a beauty, its provenance is a story unto itself. Folks, this is a genuine one-owner garage find, bought new in 1968 and left sleeping in the garage since 1978! This 1968 Pontiac GTO is located… more»
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Estate Find: 1930 Cord L29
When a seller lists a classic car for sale, and it receives forty-two bids in a few days, you can be pretty sure that people like what they see. That is the case with this 1930 Cord L29. It’s… more»
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No Reserve: 1951 Ford Custom Deluxe Victoria
Sometimes you only need to look at the bidding history to gain a clear insight into the desirability of a particular classic car. Take this 1951 Ford Custom Deluxe Victoria as an example. Since the owner listed this classic… more»
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12,600 Miles? 1987 Ford Mustang GT
Hindsight can be a wonderful thing. If you had bought a vehicle like this 1987 Ford Mustang GT a decade ago and placed it on the market today, you would potentially have made a pretty decent profit on the… more»
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46k Mile 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Indy Pace Car
When it comes to the question of limited edition classics, some vehicles are more limited than others. Take the 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Indy Pace Car as a case in point. The company had intended to produce a mere 2,500… more»
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No Reserve: 1971 Ford Bronco
Whether we’re aware of it or not, most classic cars have led a life of adventure at some point. This 1971 Ford Bronco is no exception. It was stolen from its original owner many years ago and was only… more»
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Nice Survivor: 1971 International Travelall 1010
Seven-Up had a big ad campaign for years touting its status as “The Uncola” and it worked. At least for a while, even though sales never got close to Coke’s sales. I think this 1971 International Travelall 1010 is… more»
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Only 37K Miles: 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce
Clean Alfa Romeo Spiders remain one of the biggest bargains of the classic sportscar world. You can find them all day long in average condition for under $10,000, but a few dollars more tends to get you a much… more»
