When one thinks of first-generation (’55-’57) Ford Thunderbirds, an image reminiscent of a furtive Suzanne Somers piloting a white ’56 in the movie American Graffiti comes to mind or perhaps one of Amos Minter’s magnificent restorations placed under the… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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World’s Most Valuable? 1965 Shelby GT350R Prototype
Those of you with your fingers on the classic car pulse will know that the outright sales record for the world’s most expensive Mustang was set in January. You will probably also know that this was the legendary “Bullitt”… more»
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Affordable Gullwing: 1977 Bradley GT
Kit cars are not for everyone but the Bradley GT was one of the most popular kit cars of the 1970’s. This car is located in Yutan, Nebraska just west of Omaha, Nebraska. The car can be seen here… more»
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Dragin’ Wagon: NHRA Winning 1974 AMC Matador
Here’s something you don’t see every day, a 1974 AMC Matador wagon drag car. No, really! Those hood pins weren’t a Kenosha factory option as far as I know. This one can be found here on craigslist in East… more»
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Boat Included! 1968 Ford F250 4×4 Camper
I thought overlanding was a relatively new phenomenon, but this 1968 Ford F250 appears to prove me wrong. The waters of “expedition” and “overlanding” are a little muddy, largely differing in the intent of the trip, but if you’re… more»
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Top Level: 1962 Plymouth Valiant Signet 200
This top-of-the-line 1962 Plymouth Valiant Signet 200 two-door hardtop is one interesting-looking car. It’s a love-it or hate-it design and the styling was toned down from the earlier cars. This example can be found here on eBay in Quakertown,… more»
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Much-Loved Muscle Truck: 1995 Ford Lightning
This 1995 Ford Lightning is the limited-production hot-rod version of the venerable F150 pickup, and the seller is the original owner who has racked up a massive 352,000 miles on his truck! That’s huge mileage for such a limited… more»
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Clean Cosworth: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3-16
Some classic cars have names that roll easily and almost seductively off the tongue, while others have been blessed with names that roll off the tongue like, well…a brick. The Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3-16 Cosworth undoubtedly fits into the… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1984 Isuzu P’up
This 1984 Isuzu P’up looks like about as nice of an example as I have ever seen. I haven’t noticed one this well-preserved in years, maybe decades. Isuzu is known for making rugged trucks and great engines and this… more»
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19k Miles? 1986 Chevrolet Astro Van
So, just what could the next owner do with this 1986 Chevrolet Astro Van? There is no reason why it couldn’t serve as a clean and tidy shop van, a role that it has obviously served in the past…. more»
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31k Original Miles: 1969 Ford Torino GT
It might not be perfect, but this 1969 Ford Torino GT is quite a clean car that would appear to be rust-free. It has no obvious urgent needs, and any work that is required could easily be tackled in… more»
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No Reserve: 1981 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1981 Corvette isn’t perfect, but it appears to be tidy and solid enough to be used as either a daily driver or as a great car to just get out on the open road for a spot of… more»
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Sweet Survivor: 1966 Porsche 912
This 1966 Porsche 912 is said to be a California survivor that remains highly original and is accompanied by a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity. Though the listing doesn’t confirm whether the paint is original, many other details seem to… more»
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Twin-Stick: 1963 Rambler American 440-H
It can be challenging for some people to think of this 1963 Rambler American 440-H as being sporty, but for the time, it would have probably been AMC’s sportiest model. Compared to the previous generation Rambler American it sure… more»
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37k Mile Survivor? 1954 Chevrolet 210 Delray
The owner of this 1954 Chevrolet 210 Delray purchased it with the intention of it being the foundation for a hot rod project. After careful consideration, he has decided that it is way too nice to subject to that… more»
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Rare Oddity: 1981 Dodge DeTomaso
With only 619 editions produced in their last year of being offered, this 1981 Dodge DeTomaso is a pretty rare ride. It can be found here on craigslist in Ringgold, Georgia, about 20 miles southeast of Chattanooga, Tennessee. The… more»
