People often say you get what you pay for. Therefore, any running, roadworthy vehicle from Chrysler’s “Forward Look” era with a four-figure asking price will inevitably need work. That is the case with this 1960 DeSoto Fireflite, although its… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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No Reserve: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
If you decide to part with a beloved classic and want it to generate plenty of interest, listing it with No Reserve is an almost foolproof strategy. That’s what the owner of this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible did. The… more»
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1994 Chevrolet K1500 Silverado Z71 4×4
Was 1994 really 32 years ago already? This 1994 Chevrolet K1500 Silverado Z71 Extended Cab 4×4 pickup looks like it’s two years old, not 32 years old. I love seeing how some owners take care of their vehicles like… more»
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Original VTEC: 1996 Honda del Sol
Maybe I’m being harsh, but I find Honda’s current passenger car range slightly disappointing. The Prelude is a nice car, but the rest of the lineup shows limited imagination. I would love to see the marque recapture the glory… more»
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Needs Nothing: 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
When assessing a classic’s long-term investment potential, originality can be a key consideration. Desirable classics that retain their numbers-matching drivetrain traditionally perform better than those that have been changed. Therefore, this 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 deserves a close look…. more»
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Cheap Driver: 1951 Studebaker Champion
If your selection criteria for a turnkey 1950s classic includes the words “practicality” and “affordability,” this 1951 Studebaker Champion deserves a close look. Repainted in the 1990s, it still presents well. It has no mechanical issues, and the optional… more»
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Tidy Driver: 1962 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
Some classics are cool without even trying. Take this 1962 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, for example. It isn’t loaded with luxury appointments, and the driver won’t have a million horsepower under their right foot. However, wherever they go, this classic… more»
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427 Side-Oiler: 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7/GT-E
Mercury introduced the Cougar in 1967 as a more upmarket alternative to the Ford Mustang. The company raised the bar in 1968 with the rare GT-E variant. With a 427-4V monster under the hood, its performance was unquestioned. Our… more»
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Solar Gold Survivor: 1980 Pontiac Firebird Turbo Trans Am
The seller describes this 1980 Pontiac Turbo Trans Am as a complete, numbers-matching car finished in its original gold paint, with only minor rust and no accident history. It rides on the desirable WS6 performance package, identifiable by its… more»
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Rock-Solid Project: 1962 Chevrolet Impala
If you don’t mind getting your hands dirty, knocking out a few dings and dents, and wielding a spray gun, this 1962 Chevrolet Impala deserves a close look. It runs and drives well, featuring its original V8, a rebuilt… more»
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302/3-Speed: 1972 Ford Mustang Hardtop
This 1972 Ford Mustang caught my eye for a simple reason: it’s a Hardtop. Most of the post-1971 First Generation Mustangs crossing our desks at Barn Finds are Fastbacks, which is unsurprising since the desirable Mach 1 was only… more»
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32k Original Miles: 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
The immaculate presentation of this 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is unsurprising, as it shows a genuine 32,000 miles on the odometer. It is largely unmolested, and its affordability adds to its appeal. The buyer could slip behind the wheel immediately,… more»
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Silvercrest Roof: 1959 Imperial Southhampton
So, when is a Chrysler not a Chrysler but still a Chrysler? In 1955 (and for the years ahead), Chrysler Corp. took all Chrysler badging off the Imperials, hoping to better position them against Cadillac and Lincoln. It was… more»
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Original Paint: 1957 Ford Fairlane 500
Over the years, Ford has always been a close (or not so close) second to Chevrolet in automobile sales. But one exception occurred in 1957 when Ford beat Chevy by just 7,000 units, no doubt because the Fords were… more»
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Handbuilt Brit: 1970 Morgan 4/4
Founded in 1910, Morgan Motor Company Limited cemented its reputation by producing hand-built British sports cars. The company’s early offerings featured three wheels, but the 1936 release of the 4/4 marked its first traditional four-wheeler. Our featured 4/4 left… more»
BF Exclusive: 2002 Saturn SC2 5-Speed
UPDATE: The seller has lowered their asking price to $3,300! The same color as my dad’s leisure suit from the 1970s, this “Orange” is more of a burnt orange than an orange-orange, but it’s orange nonetheless, and it’s a… more»
