This 1985 TVR 280i is a surprisingly nice driver-grade example of a model that typically appears as a total trainwreck of a project. Yes, there are exceptions, but as someone who has wanted to own one of these for… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Under 20k Original Miles: 1984 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
This 1984 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is a low mileage survivor, presenting quite well with an exceptionally clean interior and paint that could be mistaken for new. These land barges have been coming back into style as the current trends… more»
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One Owner: 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS
1965 was the second year for the Chevelle and also for the Malibu SS as the Bow-Tie guys jumped into the mid-size muscle car wars. The Chevelle was a practical car that filled a gap between the full-size Biscayne/Bel… more»
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Coca-Cola Themed RV: 1978 GMC Gadabout
In 1971 Coca-Cola started a new ad campaign with a tagline that went, “It’s the real thing – Coke”. Well in this case “It’s the real big thing” in the form of a 1978 GMC 26′ motorhome known as… more»
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18k Original Miles: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado Deluxe
The 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado was a ground-breaking car when it was released, and in recent times, they have become more desirable in the classic market. Today, good examples can command respectable prices, especially when they are as spotless as… more»
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35k Mile 1976 Chevrolet Cosworth Vega
I am always surprised by how many of Cosworth Vegas have survived. This 1976 Chevrolet Cosworth Vega is located in Arlington, Texas. It is listed with a Buy It Now Price of $13,500 here on eBay. The seller has… more»
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Short Bed Survivor: 1984 Chevrolet 4WD Pickup
Square body pickups are all the range and prices are soaring. It is hard to find a good 4WD example in these trucks that is not rusty or too pricey. A 1987 GMC 4×4 Short Bed recently sold in… more»
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Low Mile Limited: 1985 Ford Thunderbird Fila Edition
In order to promote enhancements made to the 9th generation of the Thunderbird, Ford came out with a special edition for 1985. They forged a partnership with the Fila clothing brand to prepare a top-of-the-line T-Bird with white leather… more»
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Original Boss 302: 1970 Mercury Cougar Eliminator
Compared to its cousin, the Mustang Boss 302, the Cougar Eliminator Boss 302 is a vehicle that has managed to fly under the radar. This is easy to understand because the production numbers were extremely low. That also means… more»
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Muscle Wagon:1968 Ford Country Sedan
It’s funny how we find that older members of past generations didn’t have an aversion to owning daily drivers with a bit of power under their right foot. That is the story with this 1968 Ford Country Sedan. The… more»
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Luxury Hauler: 1987 Ford E350 Cabriolet
Tow vehicles come in many shapes and sizes, and most of them tend to be quite utilitarian by design. However, the occasional exception to that rule will appear on the market, and that is what we find with this… more»
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Original 1940 Indian With Fresh Inline-Four!
If anyone ever had any doubts about the desirability of vintage motorcycles, a few of the classic Harley-Davidsons that we have featured in recent times here at Barn Finds should provide a graphic insight into this desirability. However, if… more»
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1 of 12 Left? 1958 DeSoto Firesweep Convertible
The Firesweep was DeSoto’s entry level model from 1957-59 during Chrysler’s “Forward Look” years. What a bodacious era the late 1950s were for automotive design as almost every car maker went to one styling extreme or another. This ’58… more»
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400 V8 Survivor: 1970 Chevrolet Impala
By 1970, the fourth generation (1965-1970) of Chevrolet’s all-time best-selling car, the B-body Caprice, Impala, BelAir, and Biscayne had reached the end of the line. And things had changed a bit since gen-four was introduced for model year 1965…. more»
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One-Owner V8: 1961 Chevrolet Parkwood
Parkwood was the name used briefly for 1959-61 to represent the Bel Air equivalent of Chevrolet’s line of station wagons. It was positioned above the Brookwood and below the Nomad. Chevy would discontinue those designations for 1962, opting to… more»
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28k Original Miles: 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL
This 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL has spent most of its life in Texas, so it is no surprise to learn that it is a rust-free survivor. With only 28,000 miles showing on its odometer, it seems that no-one… more»
