The reality is that many off-roaders become battered and bruised following years of delving into the wilderness. However, there are exceptions to almost any rule, as demonstrated by this 1978 Jeep Wagoneer. This classic is an unrestored survivor, and… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado XSC
As the downsizing of many GM vehicles continued throughout the late seventies, even luxury staples like the Oldsmobile Toronado weren’t exempt, with the third-generation cars shedding nearly half a ton in weight and losing more than a foot in… more»
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Could-Be Pace Car? 1967 Camaro RS/SS Convertible
The Camaro debuted in model year 1967, with convertibles like this one shown on ebay as well as coupes vying for market space in a new world centered around the “Pony Car.” That name, it’s probably self-evident, was born… more»
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66k Original Miles: 1977 GMC Jimmy High Sierra
I’ve recently focused on classic Convertibles when suggesting options for summer fun. However, I feel that I have neglected readers who prefer to plunge into the wilderness to commune with Mother Nature. If you fall into that category, this… more»
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No Reserve: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible
Some classics tick so many of the “right” boxes that it is seemingly impossible to identify a single greatest attribute. This 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is a prime example deserving a close look. The seller recently revived it following… more»
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Better Than New? 1965 Chevrolet Nova SS
The 1964-65 Chevrolet Chevelle was a sales hit. As a new, mid-size entry, it captured the attention of buyers who wanted something smaller than an Impala but bigger than a Nova. Perhaps unexpectedly, the new Chevelle took sales away… more»
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Storage Unit Find: 1978 Dodge Power Wagon 150
Appearing to have been worked pretty hard during its life, this 1978 Dodge Power Ram 150 4×4 pickup comes across as a diamond in the rough in the seller’s description. Maybe I’m being too picky, which could be the… more»
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As Good As It Gets: 1961 Pontiac Bonneville
Three years in, Pontiac was still singing the praises of its “Wide-Track” stance, and this 1961 Bonneville and its 62.5″ front track is an excellent representative of that design phenomenon. This Nashville, Arkansas, resident is the perfect embodiment of… more»
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Mostly Complete Project: 1969 Dodge Charger SE
Remember The Dukes of Hazzard TV show? As the story goes, they went through more than 300 1969 Dodge Chargers in the process of making the show. You’d think that would have helped put a dent in the surviving… more»
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Matching-Numbers 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray 396
Back when I was a student in the mid-1990s, my high school hosted the Class D track-and-field state finals, and we track runners had to help run the event. In a best-case-scenario situation, I ended up showing people where… more»
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Lift Kit Added: 1988 AMC Eagle 4X4
Because of their size, American Motors often had trouble competing with Detroit’s “Big 3”. So, they were willing to think outside the box and offer products that others didn’t. Like the 1980s Eagle, which used Jeep-like technology applied to… more»
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454-Powered 1960 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery
The Chevrolet Sedan Delivery was a commercial vehicle based on an automobile platform. It was a 2-door station wagon without side windows. Demand continued to drop as the 1950s wore on, so the 1960 model year was its last…. more»
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Mechanically Restored: 2006 Pontiac GTO
There are legions of criminally underappreciated cars in our midst, and their lack of popularity has little to do with their engineering. No, we have discounted truly great vehicles on the basis of styling. The 996-era Porsche 911 is… more»
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Nice Older Resto: 1961 Ford Thunderbird
Having gauged your feedback in the past, it is clear that some Barn Finds readers won’t consider purchasing a freshly restored classic. The fear seems to be that fresh paint may hide substandard repairs that could spring a nasty… more»
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All Original: 1968 Buick GS 400 Convertible
Some enthusiasts refuse to compromise, accepting nothing but total originality in any classic. If you share those sentiments, you will probably like this 1968 Buick GS 400 Convertible. The seller has been its custodian since 2000, protecting this survivor… more»
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Need a Donor or Project? Stash of Rusty Gold
If you’re in the vicinity of Santa Rosa, California, you may want to get hold of this seller. He (Dan) has at least 17 cars and trucks sitting out in a field and rusting away. We’re told he’s “testing… more»
