By the 1980s, manufacturers like Pontiac had found their mojo once again. After surviving the depths of the Malaise Era, they were able to claw back much of the lost performance that had been part-and-parcel of complying with tighter… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Tin Woodie: 1952 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe
“Tin Woodie” was the nickname for the first all-steel station wagons after wood-bodied wagons were discontinued. Demand for woodies were in a decline by the 1950s as their wood panels required a lot more maintenance than steel bodies. And… more»
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Cheap 429-4V: 1973 Mercury Marquis Brougham
After spending the past 11-years hidden away in a barn, this 1973 Mercury Marquis Brougham has emerged into the light of day. It appears to be in good condition and won’t need a lot of work to return it… more»
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One Family Owned: 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
This 1968 Chevelle Malibu has several factors in its favor for prospective buyers. The first is that the engine bay houses its original V8 engine. The second is that it has belonged to the same family since it was… more»
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Air Grabber: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner 383/4-Speed!
For any Mopar enthusiast, this 1969 Plymouth Road Runner would have to tick many the right boxes. It is an unmolested car with minimal rust. It also features its original engine and comes equipped with the desirable Air Grabber… more»
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Hot-Rod Rabbit! 1984 Volkswagen GTI
Here’s a tribute to the Catman! That probably makes no sense but the Catman was a friend that I knew many years ago and he bought this very VW GTI model, color and all, new in 1984. And the… more»
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22K Original Miles: 1980 Maserati Quattroporte
Like so many other Maserati Quattroportes, this swanky sedan looks like a million bucks but is still a non-runner at the moment, despite having a mere 22,583 miles on the clock. The seller notes it is a recent escapee… more»
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New Old Stock! 1968 Bradley GT2
The words “new old stock” are perhaps some of the most intriguing terms a car enthusiast can here. Typically, it involves brand-new parts that were otherwise obsolete and later found in a dealership’s back storeroom, or some hoarder’s barn… more»
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1972 Chevrolet Caprice With A Harmon Shadow Camper!
I’ve finally found something I believe to be new to Barn Finds – a Harmon Shadow Camper. My understanding is not many were built, and few survived, as there were major concerns about damage to the vehicle being used… more»
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58k Mile: 1976 Toyota Hilux SR5 Truck
UPDATE – It appears that this one sold quickly! Hopefully, that means it went to one of our Supporting Members (thanks to Early Access). If you are the lucky individual to have purchased this sweet truck, we would love… more»
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Original 327 V8: 1963 Impala SS
Chevrolet added the Super Sport or SS option to the Impala beginning in 1961. While engine choices were pretty much left to the buyer, the SS came with special body and interior trim, power steering, power brakes, full SS… more»
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Garage Find: 1968 Ford Torino GT 390!
You never know what you will find lurking in sheds, garages, and barns. In this case, we have a garage that houses a 1968 Ford Torino GT. However, this is not a classic that will require restoration. What we… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1973 Ford Gran Torino Sport
This 1973 Ford Gran Torino Sport is a two-owner survivor that is in excellent condition. The owner has been meticulous with the maintenance, meaning it is ready to be driven and enjoyed immediately. It is located in Chicago, Illinois,… more»
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Euro Market Cosworth: 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16
As many of you know, I saved a junked Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth from the junkyard just about two years ago, now. I promise you, we’ll have some new content soon; I’ve recently cleared a few projects out,… more»
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Shoebox Survivor: 1949 Ford Custom Tudor
When World War II drew to a close, the production of civilian motor vehicles recommenced in the US. With vehicle manufacturers concentrating their focus on the war effort, that meant that these new cars that emerged for the 1946… more»
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24k Mile 1982 Mercedes-Benz 240D
Every once in a while, we are Barn Finds see and exceptional low mileage car that makes us say “Wow” where has this car been hiding. Today, we have a 1982 Mercedes-Benz 240D with only 24,000 miles. The car… more»
