Few cars embody the spirit of 1950s Americana like the Ford Thunderbird, and this 1956 Ford Thunderbird, offered exclusively here on Barn Finds, is a beautifully restored example with an excellent history. Showing 81,000 miles on the odometer and… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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BF Auction: 1973 Ford Pinto Station Wagon
The Ford Pinto may have carried an economy-car reputation when new, but today, survivors and well-kept examples have become increasingly collectible. This 1973 Ford Pinto Station Wagon, offered exclusively on Barn Finds, is described by the seller as a… more»
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Rare Wagon: 1977 Chevrolet Corvette Greenwood Sportwagon
The Corvette has always been America’s sports car, but for a brief and unusual moment in the 1970s, a handful of customizers experimented with transforming it into a wagon. This 1977 Chevrolet Corvette Greenwood Sportwagon, listed here on eBay,… more»
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46k Original Miles: 1963 Ford Thunderbird
It is easy to examine some classics and conclude that mileage claims made by the seller are questionable. However, that doesn’t appear to be the case with this 1963 Ford Thunderbird. It presents beautifully, and with the listing indicating… more»
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Soviet Icon: 1977 Lada 2103
The Soviet Union found itself in an interesting predicament during the 1960s. While it claimed to be capable of matching the United States technologically and militarily during the height of the Cold War, it lagged considerably in the area… more»
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No Reserve Survivor: 1988 Toyota Pickup 4×4 DLX
Few trucks have the reputation for toughness and longevity quite like the classic Toyota pickups of the 1980s. This 1988 Toyota Pickup DLX 4×4, now listed here on eBay at no reserve, is described by the seller as a… more»
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Senna’s Daily Driver: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16v Cosworth
As with almost any sport, the question of who is (or was) the greatest Formula 1 driver of all time will always ignite debate. If raw statistics are the determining factor, it is hard to look beyond Lewis Hamilton… more»
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53-Year Survivor: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
Here we have a 1972 Chevy Chevelle Malibu that hasn’t been converted into a Super Sport 396 or 454 clone. And we hope it stays this way with (at a minimum) an original drivetrain and paint. With a possible… more»
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Gasser Project: 1955 Chevy Bel Air 2-Door Sedan
The 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air is an icon in nearly every form, but in the world of hot rodding, few styles are as striking as the period-correct gasser build. This 1955 Bel Air 2-door sedan, listed here on eBay,… more»
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Survivor Special: 1990 Ford Mustang 7-Up Edition 5-Speed
Among the more unusual Fox-body Mustangs produced, the 1990 Ford Mustang 7-Up Edition stands out for both its origin story and limited production numbers. This example, listed here on Craigslist in Garfield, NJ, is described as a documented 34,000-mile… more»
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Cheap Runner: 1977 Pontiac Astre Hatchback
Many vehicles produced during The Malaise Era suffered the same fate. Owners drove them into the ground before trading them for something more modern that promised greatly improved performance. Most of those discards found their way to scrapyards years… more»
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Restoration Candidate: 1978 Lotus Esprit S1
Among the most recognizable wedge-shaped sports cars of the 1970s, the Lotus Esprit S1 has earned lasting fame for both its Giugiaro-penned styling and its on-screen appearance in The Spy Who Loved Me. This 1978 Lotus Esprit S1, listed… more»
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Diesel Workhorse: 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser HJ70
For off-road enthusiasts and overlanding fans, the Toyota Land Cruiser HJ70 represents one of the most rugged and capable trucks Toyota ever built. This 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser, listed here on eBay, is a diesel-powered, 5-speed manual 4WD example… more»
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1997 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 30th Anniversary Edition
Three decades of consistent production for any model is a cause worth celebrating in the auto community, and Chevrolet did not disappoint when the Camaro had its 30th birthday. A special package, corporately known as RPO code Z4C, was… more»
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Clean California Muscle: 1969 Oldsmobile 442
The late 1960s were peak years for Detroit muscle, and Oldsmobile’s 442 was a standout thanks to its blend of performance and refinement. This 1969 Oldsmobile 442, listed here on eBay by a private seller, is described as a… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1971 Chevrolet C20 4-Speed
Chevrolet’s C20 pickups from the early 1970s are prized for their toughness, simplicity, and classic styling. This 1971 Chevrolet C20, offered exclusively through Barn Finds, is a strong-running example equipped with a 350 V8 and a 4-speed manual transmission…. more»
