Although granted standalone marque status in 1955, it is fair to say that Imperial suffered an identity crisis. The buying public perceived it as a luxurious Chrysler model, an impression heightened by the fact that, unlike its opposition, Imperial… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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32k-Mile Survivor: 1961 Plymouth Fury Ragtop
Chrysler was arguably the U.S. styling leader in the late 1950s, but it lost that honor in the early 1960s. In the case of Plymouth, sales dropped year after year from 1960 to 1962, and the appearance of the… more»
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2021 Bestar BE-S09 15-Passenger Pedal Pub
Just when you think you’ve seen it all here on Barn Finds, comes this 15-person luxury pedal pub truck! This one has electric assist, but it’s meant to be pedaled by 15 fun-loving booze hounds. I guess a more… more»
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1976 Ford E-150 Van W/Turtle-Top Conversion
One of the best ideas in camping in a long time is the pop-top van camper. You have the utility and driving ease of a regular-sized van, one that will fit through your regular garage door opening, and then… more»
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Former Mexico Resident? 1979 Ford Bronco XLT
UPDATE – This 1979 Ford Bronco Free Wheelin’ Edition is listed for sale again after it was featured two months ago here on Barn Finds. It’s posted here on eBay and is still located in San Antonio, Texas. The… more»
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Form Follows Function: 1969 Saab 96 V4
The saying, “Form follows function”, or “Form before function”, is often credited to architect Louis Sullivan, who was considered one of the Holy Trinity of American architects, along with Frank Lloyd Wright and Henry Hobson Richardson. Architects would have… more»
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Carbureted Model: 1988 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Zagato
When I was a child, book stores were a big deal. Waldenbooks was a place I spent a lot of time, usually reading some hardcover coffee table book about exotic sports cars produced by far-flung design studios overseas. One… more»
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Semi-Survivor: 1970 Plymouth GTX
Spartanburg, South Carolina, might have been the home of NASCAR hero David Pearson, one of the best to ever turn a wheel, but someone back in 1970 might have been a Richard Petty fan (for those who don’t know,… more»
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1978 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz with 2,900 Original Miles!
Occasionally, cars cross our desks at Barn Finds that almost defy description. Such is the case with this 1978 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz. The term “time capsule” is one of the most overused in the classic world, but when a… more»
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Cheap 7-Seater: 1995 Buick Roadmaster Estate
One of the challenges facing enthusiasts with a family is locating a classic that caters to their needs. If you fit that mold and also include affordability in your selection criteria, this 1995 Buick Roadmaster Estate deserves a close… more»
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1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais International
Next up on FCS (Forgotten Car Series), comes this unusual, heavily-clad model that used to be seen every once in a while, and it would make you turn your head. Now it really makes you turn your head as… more»
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Low-Mile Cruiser: 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Sometimes you come across a classic that’s been quietly preserved by time, and this 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is exactly that. Listed here on Craigslist in Deforest, Wisconsin, this two-door personal luxury coupe has a claimed 23,402 miles and… more»
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Nice Pre-War Driver: 1940 Ford Tudor Sedan
Many people consider the 1940 Ford to be the finest model that the big blue oval produced before the start of WWII. Here is a chance to own a nice driver-condition 2-door sedan version of this car. Located in… more»
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Original Driver: 1977 Oldsmobile 442
The 1977 model year marked the final chapter for Oldsmobile’s rear-wheel-drive Colonnade-body 442s, and while these later cars don’t always get the spotlight, they’re increasingly rare to find in original, running condition. This example, listed here on craigslist in… more»
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BF Auction: 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Sportruck
Volkswagen has built more than a few vehicles that have gone on to develop incredibly dedicated followings, but the Rabbit Pickup might have one of the most passionate communities of VW owners. It’s easy to see why these quirky… more»
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Big Block Drop-Top: 1967 Chrysler 300 Convertible
If you like your classic convertibles big, bold, and powerful, this 1967 Chrysler 300 might check every box. Equipped with the optional 375-horsepower 440 cubic inch V8, dual exhaust, 4-barrel carburetor, dual-snorkel air cleaner, and chrome valve covers, it… more»
