What makes a limited production car even more unique? A subjective question for sure, but when it comes to splitting hairs, one of the sure-fire ways to make a case for rarity is comparing early versus late-production models. Earlier… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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1996 Update: 36K-Mile 1994 Cadillac Eldorado
UPDATE – This is a strange one. This 1996 (?) Cadillac Eldorado is listed for sale again after it was featured last April here on Barn Finds. The weird part is that it was listed then as a 1994… more»
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Daily Driver Work Truck: 1974 Chevrolet LUV
I miss the era when automakers gave their vehicles actual names, even if they were a little strange. This 1974 Chevrolet LUV (Light Utility Vehicle) is a rebadged Isuzu Faster under the Chevy bowties and badges, and unless someone… more»
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Parked 21 Years: 1965 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
The Ninety-Eight was touted in 1965 marketing literature as “Oldsmobile’s proudest series”, and that’s saying something given the cars available from GM’s middle-management brand. The Ninety-Eight line offered a variety of models with two and four doors, including this… more»
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Sorted and Spirited: 1968 Lotus Elan SE
Colin Chapman’s legendary lightweight sports car formula is alive and well in this 1968 Lotus Elan SE. Finished in classic British Racing Green over black, this example has been extensively rebuilt and upgraded for reliable use without sacrificing its… more»
1981 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am with SP350 Crate Power!
With its bold styling, unmistakable T-top silhouette, and upgraded modern V8 under the hood, this 1981 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is the perfect blend of late muscle car swagger and reliable performance. It’s being offered here on Barn Finds… more»
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Dog Dish Hubcap Gem: 1970 Chevy Chevelle
Been looking for something original, not too expensive, and fine to both drive and preserve? Past and Present Motor Cars might just have your ticket in the form of this 1970 Chevrolet Malibu. It’s listed for auction here on… more»
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Loaded Luxury: 1973 Dodge Charger SE Survivor
With its long roofline, formal Halo vinyl top, and factory crank sunroof, this 1973 Dodge Charger SE represents the luxury-leaning side of Mopar’s early-‘70s lineup. Finished in green over a matching green interior, this well-documented survivor is highly optioned… more»
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Big Block Survivor: 1997 Ford F-250 XLT
When it comes to the OBS Ford trucks – the “Old Body Style” era – it seems there is no shortage of buyers who want clean, well-equipped examples. Despite seemingly falling under my internal score card of desirable versus… more»
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Nearly New: 1977 Datsun B210 Sedan
Seems like in the last week or so we’ve seen a veritable plethora of low mileage cars here at Barn Finds. This Datsun B210 is more than a survivor, having soldiered on all these years while registering only 28,800… more»
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Only 37K Miles! 1984 Buick Riviera
So, is this really a Buick Riviera? I mean, when you think of a Riviera, thoughts often drift to the fabulous Bill Mitchell-penned first gen (’63-’65) or even the third gen (’71-’73) with its iconic boattail rearend. This 1984… more»
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No Reserve Find: 1986 Dodge Power Ram D150 4×4
Here’s one for the Mopar truck fans—a genuine “grandpa’s truck” that’s stayed in the same California family since new. This 1986 Dodge Power Ram D150 4×4 short bed is an unmolested survivor with just 77,000 original miles and a… more»
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Big Block Beauty: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Survivor
This white-on-brown 1971 Chevy Corvette is a true survivor in the best sense of the word. Showing just 31,223 documented miles, this big block C3 features a 454/365 horsepower engine and has received careful preservation using OEM parts. It’s… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1967 Plymouth Sport Fury
We all can rattle off our favorite model years for just about any given car model, but sometimes the water gets a bit cloudy. For example, I’ve always liked the ’65 Fury (a Sport or III hardtop would be… more»
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57k-Mile Survivor: 1969 Pontiac Catalina
The Catalina was introduced in 1950 as a Pontiac 2-door hardtop trim option. Nine years later, it reached series status across multiple body styles, becoming the GM division’s entry-level full-size product. Riding on GM’s B-body platform, the 1965-70 generation… more»
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17k Miles: 1968 Chevrolet Corvair
As a Corvair owner of almost 20 years, I’ve long endured Ralph Nader jokes at gas stations, in parking lots, in my nightmares…but the reality is that Ralph Nader is most likely responsible for the car you see here,… more»
