We see our share of C2 Corvettes here at Barn Finds, but this one caught my eye because it is one of the nicest survivors that I’ve seen for a while. I am pretty sure that Barn Finder Pat… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Nicest One Left? 1984 Renault Fuego
I remember an old Jay Leno bit about GM naming their electric car the Impact and how that name maybe hadn’t been thought through too well. Some could say the same thing about the Fuego which means fire in… more»
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Original Survivor: 1964 Pontiac Bonneville
This 1964 Pontiac Bonneville is one of those classics that appear from time-to-time and leaves the buyer to face some decisions. It presents well from a distance, and the only apparent rust is minor. That raises the question of… more»
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No Reserve: 1969 Ford Torino GT
This 1969 Ford Torino GT has led quite a life. It isn’t unusual to find these classic parked for many years, but this car has gone through the whole experience twice. It has recently been returned to active duty… more»
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Parked For 15 Years: 1966 AMC Marlin
The Marlin was introduced by AMC as their “halo” model. Sadly, its lack of sales during its 3-year production run meant that it was more like a noose than a halo for the company. It wasn’t a bad car… more»
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1 of 1812: 1959 Edsel Corsair
In college marketing classes around the country, the Edsel failure often comes up as part of a case study. While it certainly was not a great car, it wasn’t a bad car either. Ford’s marketing research missed the mark… more»
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Ex-USAF Survivor: 1972 Ford Econoline Club Wagon
For more than 50 years, the Ford Econoline was a staple in the full-size van market. From 1961-2014, it served business fleets, tradesmen, organizations, and families with a straight-forward product. The second generation ran from 1969-74, which includes the… more»
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Rare Ragtop! 1970 Plymouth Road Runner 4-Speed
Beep Beep with the top down! Finding a ’70 Plymouth Road Runner to review is no big deal, there were about 43K produced, but finding a convertible version? How about a little over 800? I can’t remember the last… more»
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1982 Dodge Ram Pickup With Only 15k Miles!
The seller of this 1982 Dodge Ram concludes their ad with this simple phrase: “No disappointments.” I can’t disagree as I’ve never seen a more original, low-mileage 1982 Dodge Ram. It’s available here on craigslist in Santa Cruz, California…. more»
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8k Mile 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396!
If the fat steel wheels and bulbous Firestone drag tires don’t get your attention, this Chevy’s “SS 396” badges and roll bar add the punctuation mark. No doubt the lumpy idle of the solid-lifter L78 would separate the wolves… more»
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Rare Mod Top: 1969 Plymouth Barracuda Formula S
To borrow from a 1969 Plymouth ad: “Introducing the car you wear.” Again borrowing, for “anybody with a penchant for the different” I present this 1969 Plymouth Barracuda Formula S Mod Top. It’s available here on craigslist in Westminster,… more»
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Garage Find! Real 1956 Porsche 356 Speedster
Porsche Speedsters are some of the most recognizable and replicated historical sports cars in the world. You can buy a kit to make your own 356 using a Volkswagen drivetrain, but real-deal 356’s are exceedingly rare and very valuable…. more»
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Nearly Perfect: 1983 Datsun 720 King Cab 4×4
Survivors in any form are generally appreciated by enthusiasts, but survivors that wear their original graphics kit and factory decals in near-perfect condition occupy a particularly warm spot in the hearts of gearheads. This 1983 Datsun 720 King Cab… more»
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Factory Drag Car: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Lightweight
There was once a time when car manufacturers were heavily involved in all facets of motorsport. Today they tend to function mostly as engine suppliers for various categories. In days gone by, they would manufacture full factory specials designed… more»
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Special Wishes 1-Of-1: 1985 Porsche 930 Turbo
In 1986, Porsche established its own “Porsche Exclusive” Division. Its predecessor was known as Sonderwünsche (Special Wishes) and produced cars like this 1985-model 930. These cars were tailored to a buyer’s needs, and this one is unique. It is… more»
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Original Owner: 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Drop Head Coupe
There is a practical reason to own a car like this 1965 Morgan +4 Drophead, especially if you are the sort of person who is “hands-on” with their classics. Unlike so many vehicles, the Morgan is hand-built. The company… more»
