Some collector cars attract attention because everyone knows exactly what they are. Others are interesting precisely because nobody remembers the last time they saw one. This 1978 AMC Matador Barcelona Edition falls firmly into the second category. With its… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Stunning Cream Puff: 1969 Ford F100 Ranger
Most Pickups work to justify their existence and can begin to look tired as they age. However, one will occasionally appear at Barn Finds that rewrites that rule. That is undoubtedly the case with this 1969 Ford F100 Ranger…. more»
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Original Paint: 1969 Ford Fairlane 500 Convertible
The hood could be this 1969 Ford Fairlane 500 Convertible’s most important attribute. The seller states that it is the only panel not wearing original paint, while beneath it rests a 351ci V8 promising very respectable performance. It isn’t… more»
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70k Mile: 1966 Lincoln Continental Convertible
If your classic leanings are more towards luxury than outright performance, you may find this 1966 Lincoln Continental Convertible rather interesting. It would undoubtedly benefit from a cosmetic restoration, but it is a rock-solid project candidate that runs and… more»
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Cheap 350: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
Although some people may immediately dismiss this 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu because they believe that it has too many doors, it is a project candidate worth a closer look. It has sat for a few years and will require… more»
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Last Year Survivor: 1979 Chevrolet Nova
The Chevy II/Nova enjoyed a long and healthy run from 1962 to 1979. The compact was still popular at the end of the ‘70s, but it was scheduled to be replaced by the front-wheel-drive Citation in 1980. The engineering… more»
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Rocket Power: 1963 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88
Oldsmobile offered the 88 Series (aka Eight-Eight) between 1949 and 1999 with a host of surnames. The Dynamic 88 arrived in 1958 as the entry-level model, which stuck around until 1968 when it was rebranded as the Delta 88…. more»
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Not a Speck of Rust: 1968 Ford Galaxie 500
Ford saw a slight uptick in sales of its full-size cars in 1968. Perhaps that was due to smooth styling that dropped the stacked headlights after three years. The platform was the same as before, and the engine lineup… more»
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Way Over Market?: 1974 Pinto Hatchback
“But it looks so cute sitting in that garage,” is a declaration you might make after seeing the ad for this 1974 Ford Pinto hatchback. Go ahead. Try measuring your own reaction by looking at the ad here on… more»
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Ranch Truck: 1959 Volkswagen Single Cab
The thing about patina is it can’t be faked – it has to be earned. And while some car flippers may claim otherwise, rust does not equal patina; it simply means the car has been in the elements, unprotected,… more»
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28k Original Miles: 1986 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z
When I saw this 1986 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z, my first thought was that I wish I’d been so nicely preserved when I was forty years old. This classic presents beautifully, which is unsurprising. It has been part of the… more»
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Desirable 5-Speed: 1987 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
If you walked into a Ford dealership in 1987, intent on driving away in a Thunderbird Turbo Coupe, this was the one to have. It features a five-speed manual transmission, making it the most powerful variant of the badge…. more»
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Real Deal 12k Miles? 1962 Chevrolet Biscayne
In 1958, Chevrolet ditched the benign-sounding 150 and 210 nameplates for its lowest two series of automobiles. The Biscayne and Bel Air replaced them, and the Impala debuted at the top spot. Through 1975, the Biscayne was the barest… more»
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53K-Mile 1997 Ford Aerostar Cargo Van
With under 54,000 miles, this 1997 Ford Aerostar Cargo Van has barely been used over the last 29 years. We don’t know its history, but it looks really nice in the photos that the seller has provided. It can… more»
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Five-Wheel Find: 1988 John Deere AMT 600
This 1988 John Deere AMT 600 can be found posted here on craigslist in Maynardville, Tennessee, and the seller is asking $3,200. Here is the original listing. It’s my fault that the above tip went away, but thankfully, Rocco… more»
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Lots of New Parts: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
Changes were afoot for America’s Sports Car, the Chevy Corvette, in 1973. It was the first year for the polyurethane front bumpers and the last for the chrome rear bumpers (new federal safety standards). Demand continued to be strong… more»
