This 4WD Mitsubishi Mighty Max 4×4 could either be serendipitous or a stark reminder to wait for what you want. See, a few days ago, I went running down a new street in my neighborhood and found a 2WD… more»
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Aug 14, 2018 • Uncategorized • 19 Comments
Never Seen One: 1960 Mitsubishi Go Pickup
The range of Japanese oddballs that did duty as commercial and/or light utility vehicles never ceases to amaze me, as you wouldn’t think a vehicle with just three wheels was able to perform cargo ferrying duties. Well, this 1960… more»
Jul 19, 2018 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Import Fighter: 1978 Dodge Challenger
I’ve always dug these “captive import” Dodge Challengers, and was sorely tempted by one in the Georgia stash I wrote about last week as a Barn Finds Exclusive. This Challenger is in slightly better condition (ha!) as a running,… more»
May 26, 2018 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Personal Junkyard: Classics for Sale in South Carolina
A seller on craigslist claims to have his own personal junkyard full of classics ready for new homes. The collection seems extensive, with a heavy emphasis on Plymouth Barracudas and other Mopar products. Still, it seems there’s something here… more»
May 4, 2018 • For Sale • 14 Comments
BF EXCLUSIVE: 1986 Dodge Conquest TSI
We’re big fans of the Dodge / Plymouth / Chrysler Starion cars here at Barn Finds, and this early widebody example is shared with us by Barn Finds reader Henry Rice. This is one of the better known captive imports from the era… more»
Apr 5, 2018 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Raced From New: 12,000 Mile 1990 Mitsubishi Eclipse
For many of us in the Gen X and Gen Y generations, DSMs like this 12,613 mile Mitsubishi Eclipse GS Turbo hatchback were among the cars we pined to drive in high school. The ultimate trim was the turbocharged… more»
Mar 30, 2018 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Mighty Dodge: 1988 Dodge Ram 50
Captive imports seemed to be all the rage in the 1970s and 80s as US automakers were scrambling to meet EPA regulations. This 1988 Dodge Ram 50 pickup is one of those, being a rebadged Mitsubishi Triton, similar to… more»
Mar 8, 2018 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Twin Stick Survivor: 1981 Plymouth Champ
Our resident Japanese survivor-car fanatic Scotty G. may want to check out this unmolested 1981 Plymouth Champ, a rare variant stemming from Chrysler’s affinity for re-badging Mitsubishi economy cars. This particular example is less frequently seen, as most of… more»
Mar 5, 2018 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Still For Sale: 1976 Plymouth Arrow 200 GS
$4,800 seems like a lot of money back in the day for a car like this 1976 Plymouth Arrow GS. Although, that’s only $21,000 in today’s money, hardly anything when it comes to new car prices. The seller is… more»
Mar 3, 2018 • Uncategorized • 25 Comments
Godzilla Tough: 1985 Mitsubishi Diesel Jeep
Like Coca Cola, Corvettes, and Oreo cookies, Jeeps are a uniquely American product. Born just before we entered World War II, the legendary all terrain vehicle emerged from the fires of war to become a plaything for Americans obsessed… more»
Feb 25, 2018 • Uncategorized • 16 Comments
Bullet: 1992 Mitsubishi Minica Dangan ZZ
Such a long name for such a small car, all 10′-8″ of it. This l’il pocket rocket is a 1992 Mitsubishi Minica Dangan ZZ. I know, hey, at least the name is cool, no? This little buzzer can be… more»
Feb 4, 2018 • Uncategorized • 13 Comments
Turbo Diesel: 1984 Mitsubishi Mighty Max
It’s amazing to think of just how small these trucks were when compared to the giant “small” trucks of today, at least in the US marketplace. This 1984 Mitsubishi Mighty Max turbo diesel pickup is listed on eBay with… more»
Jan 27, 2018 • Uncategorized • 12 Comments
Tiny Texas Truck: 1989 Dodge Ram 50
Unless you’re pulling a horse trailer or a big camping trailer most of us could live with a smaller pickup, something the size of this 1989 Dodge Ram 50 extended cab. This one is on Craigslist or here on… more»
Jan 13, 2018 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Light Duty Dually: 1979 Plymouth Arrow
Fancy a dually but can’t stand the poor gas mileage? Well, my friend, your ship has come in. However, while this Plymouth Arrow dually edition may promise efficient wheeling, it is currently lacking an engine. But all that means… more»
Jan 8, 2018 • Uncategorized • 15 Comments
1990 Mitsubishi Mirage 4WD 5-Speed Diesel
This may look like a standard rental car from the early-90s, but it’s a pretty unique car, at least in the US. This 1990 Mitsubishi Mirage 4WD 5-speed Diesel is on Craigslist, or here on the CL archive, and… more»
Dec 27, 2017 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Camper Inspiration: 1989 Mitsubishi Van
By the time you read this, we’ll be past the Christmas holiday. And while I doubt I’m going to find a converted Toyota HiAce under my tree, this cool 1989 Mitsubishi Van serves as the inspiration I need to… more»
