The Figaro was a fixed convertible with limited seating that was built by Nissan. It was only offered in 1991 and only through Nissan company stores. With its innovative retro styling, it’s not known why Nissan didn’t pursue multiple-year… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Got It All: 1964 Buick Skylark V8 4-Speed Convertible
This car had me at “original,” as in the claim that this 1964 Buick Skylark as seen on ebay is all original as it came from the factory. Only two people have had it in long-term ownership. Now it’s… more»
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Pink Panther Stingray: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe with a Bold Personality
If subtlety isn’t your thing, this 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe definitely won’t blend into the background. Listed on eBay by a dealer in South Carolina, this C2 Corvette leans hard into individuality, wearing a bright pink exterior over… more»
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Rare Turbo Roadster: 1992 Mercury Capri XR2
To this day, I do not understand why some cars were not bigger hits when sold new. Bad marketing? Bad timing? Lack of interest from dealers? It’s likely a little bit of all of the above. However, when going… more»
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All-Original 1980 Jeep Wagoneer
I think you’d be hard-pressed to find someone who wouldn’t be happy to own a classic Jeep Wagoneer; after all, it’s in some ways the originator of the modern luxury SUV, but without the baggage that comes with too… more»
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Fine 4.9: 1981 Ford F-100 Flareside 3-Speed
UPDATE – This truck looks great to me. I love the squared-off rear fenders on this Ford Styleside to match the “Bullnose” F-series from this era. We saw this truck back in August when the seller was asking $10,000…. more»
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1965 Dodge D200 V8 4-Speed Survivor
Sometimes a vehicle hits you (me), either because of what it is, or because of how well it’s presented. We have to use what’s given to us in often really bad online vehicle listings. That isn’t the case with… more»
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DIY V8 Included! 1975 Mercury Comet
The 1970s Mercury Comet was a rebadged Ford Maverick. The latter car sold so well that the Lincoln-Mercury arm of FOMOCO wanted its own version to peddle. So, it arrived in 1971 with a different front clip and taillights,… more»
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Affordable Fun: Low-Mile 1992 Mercury Capri
The Capri was a Mercury staple between 1970 and 1994. Three generations were offered, but only one was built in the U.S. First generation Capri’s were small, sporty sedans produced in the UK, while the latter was a 2-door… more»
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Affordable Luxury? 1975 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow
Mention Rolls-Royce, and many people will think of expensive luxury cars. This is understandable, as the company spent decades producing hand-built vehicles that commanded a high sticker price. However, there are potentially more affordable options if you scour the… more»
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Original Paint Survivor: 1955 Jeep CJ5
Early civilian Jeeps have a way of wearing their history out in the open, and this 1955 Jeep CJ5 currently listed on eBay leans fully into that honest, survivor appeal. According to the seller, this CJ5 remains all original,… more»
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Enthusiastic Owners: 1969 Sunbeam Alpine GT
For every make and model you come across – no matter how obscure – there is someone who loves it to pieces. They have restored it or otherwise preserved it, and tracked down all of the rare parts needed… more»
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Factory-Tweaked: 1965 Plymouth Barracuda 273
Early Barracudas have always lived a little in the shadow of their Mustang rivals, but cars like this 1965 Plymouth Barracuda show exactly why Chrysler’s first pony car deserves more attention. Listed on eBay, this example is described as… more»
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Cartier Edition: 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V
“Conceived for the urban life,” according to a 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V brochure, the Cartier Edition has a “uniquely sophisticated look, like so many things with the Cartier name.” The seller has this 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V… more»
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11K Mile Wagon: 1993 Ford Taurus GL
Seeing incredibly well-preserved cars is still a thrill for me, even after seeing any number of low-mileage classics day in, and day out, via the internet. It’s mainly because we often convince ourselves that there’s simply no way for… more»
BF Exclusive: 1973 Ford Galaxie 500 Country Sedan
Sedan? This is a wagon, Scotty G. Have you finally lost your mind? Well, yes, on the second part of that, but Ford didn’t refer to their Country Sedan as a “wagon,” believe it or not. There was no… more»
