If you’re like me, you will find a journey down “Nostalgia Lane” to be an enjoyable experience. It offers a glimpse into past eras, and more often than not, into less complicated times. That is what is on offer… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Only 40,000 Miles? 1970 Dodge Dart Swinger 340
It’s easy to see why people fell in love with the 1970 Dodge Dart Swinger 340. It offered buyers styling that was crisp and clean but still managed to look rugged and muscular. The V8 under the hood also… more»
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Lotus Twin-Cam: 1974 Jensen-Healey Mk II
The Jensen-Healey managed to bring together three of the British automotive world’s great names to produce a sports car that was both attractive and offered respectable performance levels. Sadly, many examples succumbed to horrifying rust problems, but those haven’t… more»
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289/4 Speed: 1966 Ford Mustang
The 1966 model year was the most successful for the 1st Generation Mustang. With 607,568 cars rolling off the production line, it was inevitable that quite a few would receive some custom touches throughout their lives. Some of these… more»
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Camper Companion: 1987 Suzuki Samurai
The Samurai was the first 4-wheel-drive vehicle that Suzuki sold in the U.S. In Japan it was known as the Jimny and the company began exporting them to America in 1986, badged as the Samurai. They were cool little… more»
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427/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
If you ventured outside the United States and talked to even the most casual enthusiasts, there are two silhouettes that they would recognize immediately if you showed them a picture. One would be the 1st Generation Mustang, while the… more»
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Original K-Code: 1965 Ford Mustang GT Fastback
Ford’s 1st Generation Mustang could be a wolf in sheep’s clothing. This 1965 GT Fastback is a perfect example of this because while it has a tidy but unassuming appearance, the K-Code V8 under the hood would make it… more»
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Small-Block Powered Gasser! 1948 Ford Anglia
Who would have ever thought that a diminutive, British coupe, built by Ford UK would prove to be such a drag strip terror in the ’60s? This example, known as the “Bobbin Bear” was barn bound for some length… more»
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Compact Fun: 1991 Honda Beat
The Honda Beat is considered a kei car in Japan, which would be the equivalent of a microcar in the U.S. They were the smallest, highway-legal passenger cars built in the Land of the Rising Sun. The Beat, produced… more»
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30th Anniversary: 1979 Triumph TR7
Advertised as “the shape of things to come”, the Triumph TR7 is noted for its wedge-shape appearance and followed the TR6 which many consider the last of the volume-produced traditional British roadsters. It was introduced to the U.S. market… more»
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No Reserve Xtra Cab: 1987 Toyota 4×4 Pickup
This 1987 Toyota Pickup 4×4 is a desirable Xtra Cab model, and despite having over 155,000 miles on the clock, it still presents incredibly well. The seller doesn’t mention a respray, but it seems likely given how nice the… more»
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1-Of-2: 1979 Pontiac Macho T/A
Various individuals and companies have formed an alliance with a vehicle manufacturer to produce some successful classic cars throughout automotive history. However, far fewer companies undertake the exercise independently and manage to produce something memorable and desirable. One such… more»
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Stored 31 Years: 1968 Dodge D100 Custom Sweptline
Over the years, it seems as though Dodge has always played third fiddle domestically to products offered by Ford and Chevrolet. In effort to narrow the gap, Dodge totally redid their trucks for 1961, offering the D100 Sweptline, which… more»
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52k Original Miles: 1968 Volkswagen Beetle
This 1968 Volkswagen Beetle is a black plate survivor that is in exceptional condition for its age. It is an unmolested classic with 52,000 genuine miles showing on its odometer, and it is ready to be enjoyed by a… more»
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81k Original Miles: 1989 Pontiac Firebird Formula
While it might not be perfect, this 1989 Pontiac Firebird Formula is a rust-free survivor with a genuine 81,000 miles on the clock. Lifting this classic from its current state to its stunning best would not be a difficult… more»
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aka Caddy: 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup
The Rabbit Pickup was developed by Volkswagen as part of a line of “leisure activity vehicles” known as the VW Caddy in Europe. It was based on the Golf Mk1 and first released in 1979. VW of America wanted… more»
