Don’t let the tired paint fool you because this 1970 Cadillac Eldorado has a lot to commend it. It is a classic car ready to be driven and enjoyed, although a fresh coat of paint would make it really… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Half Man Half Beast: 1986 ASV 2500 Track Truck
When one of the inventors of something is referred to as “the grandfather of snowmobiles”, you know that it has to be a capable off-road vehicle. That person is Edgar Hetteen, founder of both Polaris and Arctic Cat, and… more»
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Cool Custom: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Shorty
We’ve seen a few shorty conversions over the years here at Barn Finds, and owners have “taken the ax” to a wide variety of vehicles in a bid to create something unique. The results have varied enormously, with some… more»
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1 of 1? 1977 Oldsmobile Starfire Mirage
I was reading an automotive forum the other day and some of the commenters were discussing that one of the reasons why Pontiac lost its way and then went away was due to the incredible amount of body-cladding that… more»
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Original Runner: 1970 Plymouth Duster 340
Chrysler had a hot property with their 340 small-block engine. It was good for 275 hp right out of the gate. In six years, Chrysler put 340s into 217,000 of their cars between 1968-73, including almost 70,000 Plymouth Dusters…. more»
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Mint Survivor: 1976 Toyota Hilux SR5 Pickup
This olive green 1976 Toyota Hilux SR5 Pickup is located in Madison, Connecticut and has traveled just 60,000 miles since new. The truck is listed here on eBay with 3 days remaining in the auction. It is currently bid… more»
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Time Capsule: 1973 Chevrolet Vega GT
Sometimes we come across exceptional cars that just make you lean back admire an original classic just as it was delivered from the dealer. This 1973 Chevrolet Vega GT is definitely one of those cars. Located in Simi Valley,… more»
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42k Original Miles: 1953 Ford Sunliner Pace Car
When a vehicle manufacturer is given the honor of supplying the Official Pace Car for the Indianapolis 500, they are rightly proud. As a result, those companies will usually produce a limited-edition vehicle to celebrate this milestone. Ford was… more»
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Older Restoration: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window
Hidden under this cover is an iconic American classic that has a story to tell. This is a 1963 Corvette Split Window Coupe, and it has only recently emerged after years in storage. The time in hiding hasn’t done… more»
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V8 Transplant: 1952 Jaguar XK120 OTS
It isn’t unusual to see a Jaguar XJ6 or an XJ12 with a Chevrolet V8 under the hood, and conversion kits for this transplant are readily available. Finding a classic like this 1952 XK120 OTS with such a transplant… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am WS6
This 1978 Pontiac Trans Am has spent its life in the drier states of Texas and California. Therefore, it should be no surprise to learn that it has managed to avoid the ravages of rust. The paint shows some… more»
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No Reserve: 1969 Dodge Super Bee
While owning a 100% original classic car is good, sometimes one that has undergone some changes will be an attractive proposition. That is what we find with this 1969 Dodge Super Bee because while its original engine might be… more»
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440 V8-Powered 1977 Dodge W100 Power Wagon
This truck brings back memories for me having had a red Dodge Ramcharger of this era with similar wheels, but we had a Dachshund at the time and some of you may recognize this pooch as Stanley the shop… more»
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Low Production: 1991 Oldsmobile Quad 442
When the Oldsmobile 442 designation came along in the 1960s, it stood for 4-barrel carburetor, 4-speed manual transmission, and dual exhausts. By the time the 1990s rolled around, it had evolved into something like 4-cylinders, 4-valves per cylinder, and… more»
Late Christmas Present: 1986 Honda Z50RD
While many men are loath to admit it, we all have an inner child that is begging to get out. That probably explains why I have no children, but I do have a large collection of Disney Pixar movies…. more»
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No Reserve: 1965 Rover P6 2000
The Rover P6 was a model that showed remarkable longevity. Initially released in 1963, it soldiered on gallantly until 1977. This 1965 P6 2000 looks like an absolute beauty, and it now needs a new home. Its needs are… more»
