The frenzy around importing JDM vehicles shows no sign of abating, but it does appear that some of the hyper-inflated pricing has died down. This was inevitable as what was once was a very exclusive business opportunity for those… more»
Trucks
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1985 Dodge Ram D350 Royal SE Prospector
I got excited reading the eBay listing, the seller must have accidentally listed this 1985 Dodge Ram D350 Royal SE Prospector dually pickup as having a diesel engine, but a quick peek at the engine photo and a VIN… more»
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Barn-Bound 35 Years: 1959 Chevrolet El Camino
Chevrolet launched the El Camino in 1959 in response to Ford’s Ranchero which came about two years earlier. Technically a utility pickup or “Ute,” the El Camino was based on Chevy’s 2-door station wagon. It was only around for… more»
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Perfect Patina: 1983 Dodge Ramcharger Prospector
Sometimes, the word patina can be overused. It’s understandable: patina is often the best word out there to describe how a vehicle has achieved some Hallmark of age that now gives it a certain vibe, or appearance. Unfortunately, sometimes… more»
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Sleeper With 550+hp 440 V8! 1974 Dodge D-100
Dodge offered buyers quite a few engine options for its D-Series pickups, from a 170-cu.in. slant-six to a 426 Hemi and everything in between. I know what most of us would want, at least for a weekend truck and… more»
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1970 Chevrolet Blazer Project
It’s no secret that K5 Blazers are booming right now. Their popularity is increasing and their prices are skyrocketing. They are large and gritty and everyone wants to get their hands on one. The mileage on the example at… more»
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1952 Dodge M37 Truck Survivor
The Dodge M37 was an American military vehicle that was used during WWII. With a 3/4 ton capacity and 4-wheel drive, they are capable haulers. The example at hand appears to be largely original and very rugged. Its mileage… more»
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Diesel Tractor Project: 1970 Diamond Reo C114
Diamond Reo Trucks was a heavy-duty truck manufacturer with various models sold between 1967 and 2013 (when the company folded). The C114 was one of their over-the-road tractors and this one from 1970 has at least 123,000 miles and… more»
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Patina Pickup: 1965 Chevrolet C20
If you are like me, you are quite partial to pleasant surprises. This 1965 Chevrolet C20 Pickup delivers, because beneath its faded exterior beats a heart of pure gold. The new owner could leave it untouched, although returning it… more»
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American Pickers Pickup: Rare 1947 Hudson Series 178
UPDATE – This 1947 Hudson Series 178 pickup is listed for sale again after it was featured in August of 2024 here on Barn Finds and had no takers. It’s now listed here on eBay in Bon Aqua, Tennessee… more»
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Datsun-Nissan: 1984 Nissan 720 King Cab DX
1984 was a transition year for Nissan, at least for North American vehicles. It would be the first year that Nissan 720 trucks were badged as Nissans, although some, such as this 1984 Nissan/Datsun 720 King Cab DX (Deluxe)… more»
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No Reserve: 1977 Ford F150 Ranger 4×4 Free Wheeling
Rarity claims must always be taken with a grain of salt in the absence of documentary evidence. However, the seller holds a Marti Report which seemingly confirms that only 222 buyers ordered one of these classics in 1977 where… more»
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Jump Seats in the Bed! 1981 Subaru BRAT GL
The Subaru BRAT was a small, 4X4 utility coupe (“ute”) that also served as a pickup truck. Built across two generations, it was in production from 1978 to 1994. To avoid a higher import tariff, it came with two… more»
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Cheap Camper Project: 1976 Chevrolet Blazer Chalet
In my opinion, the Chevrolet Blazer Chalet is one of the coolest products GM has ever offered, and I wish they would find the ingenuity to deliver such a product again. A standard Blazer – which was already a… more»
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Golden Eagle? 1984 Jeep CJ8 Scrambler
In the ’80s Jeeps dotted movies and were plastered as posters in people’s garages. These cars represented the fun-loving hip driver. With off-road capability and a removable soft-top weekend cruises to the beach with friends were a must in… more»
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1976 Chevrolet C20 Custom Deluxe Crew Cab
Four-door pickups are as common today as silver SUVs, but a few decades ago, they were generally used as work trucks for crews of railroad workers or similar jobs. Given an original crew cab truck from the 70s or… more»
