Some vehicles earn their legendary reputation through durability, and the early ’80s Toyota pickups are among them. Built to last, they were driven hard, used for work, and rarely survived in the kind of condition this one has. Listed… more»
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Fairey Overdrive Equipped: 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
The FJ60-series Toyota Land Cruiser may seem like an archaic truck by today’s standards, but it was a significant step forward for a classic SUV that could now be used as a daily driver. The Land Cruiser was always… more»
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Long Bed Driver: 1967 Chevrolet C-10
Some classic pickups are built for show, others for work—and then there are survivors like this 1967 Chevrolet C-10, listed here on craigslist out of Bend, Oregon, that have been revived with care to be a strong-running, reliable daily… more»
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1979 Dodge Li’l Red Express With 5,600 Original Miles
The automotive world was very different in the late 1970s. Emission regulations reduced many performance models to shadows of their former selves, leaving enthusiasts to long for the good old days. However, by exploiting a loophole in regulations, Dodge… more»
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Americana Incarnate: 1915 Republic Two-Ton Truck
This truck is from the most prolific manufacturer you’ve never heard of: Republic Motor, with roots reaching back to 1913. Search the internet for “first truck made in the US”, and you might turn up Autocar, but more likely… more»
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Rare FJ45 Pickup: 1965 Toyota Land Cruiser
With the rise in Japanese vehicles being imported from overseas, it can become easy to lose sight of the truly special models that have always been here, underneath our noses. Here’s one that caught me by surprise: the FJ45-series… more»
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Driver Quality? 1964 Chevrolet El Camino
After a three-year absence, the El Camino returned to the Chevrolet fold in 1964. Instead of being a full-size “Ute” as in 1959-60, the returning El Camino was based on the new mid-size Chevelle 2-door station wagon. This ’64… more»
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1 Of 6: 1973 Cadillac DeVille Caribou
If Cadillac had offered an El Camino or Ranchero-style pickup on their regular entree menu at dealerships during the seventies, I can’t help but wonder if it might have been moderately successful. The idea of a car in the… more»
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Parts or Restore? 1969 Nissan Patrol
The Nissan Patrol has lived in the shadows of its more stylish competition, namely the FJ40-series Toyota Land Cruiser, for years. Due to this obscurity, far fewer Patrols are on the road today, but the Toyota also dwarfed the… more»
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Garage Find Euro: 1990 Chevrolet Lumina
When you look at things through rose-colored glasses, almost every barn find appears worthy of saving. The truth of the matter is, it doesn’t always make sense to rescue a car, even if it’s potentially the last of its… more»
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Low Mileage Survivor: 1974 Toyota HiLux Pickup
Here’s a compact pickup that managed to dodge the 25% “chicken tax” to find itself in the good ole US of A. The chicken tax was a retaliatory measure taken against Europe in 1964, which had tariffed imports of… more»
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Project Truck Find: 1976 Dodge Ramcharger SE Removable-Top
Dodge didn’t build the Ramcharger in huge numbers compared to some of its rivals, and the early removable-top trucks are getting harder to find each year. This 1976 Dodge Ramcharger SE listed here on eBay is described by the… more»
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BF Auction: 1975 Chevrolet C10 Short Bed Stepside
Some project builds take on a life of their own. Enthusiasts will invest years of their precious time and countless thousands of dollars in their quest for perfection. Such is the case with this 1975 Chevrolet C10 Short Bed… more»
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Off-Road Ready Rarity: 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
You want a Suzuki Samurai but fear it’s not brawny enough. Or, perhaps a Ford Bronco II, but it doesn’t have a great off road reputation. Perhaps an Isuzu Trooper – but it does seem like those aren’t as… more»
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Rugged Ride: 1999 Military Humvee
If you’ve been searching for a genuine military vehicle that’s ready for both the road and the trail, this 1999 Humvee listed on Facebook Marketplace in Berlin, Wisconsin might be worth checking out. It’s powered by a 6.5-liter non-turbo… more»
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Nova Camino? 358-Powered 1966 Chevrolet Nova
Beginning life as a 1967 Chevrolet Nova station wagon, this one was transformed into something entirely different, coined a Nova Camino by Barn Finds reader Chuck Foster when he spotted it and sent us the tip. In addition to… more»
