Survivor Cars

Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:

Two-Owner 40K-Mile 1973 Ford Pinto Runabout

This clean, two-owner 1973 Ford Pinto Runabout (hatchback) is about as nice an example as I can remember. We’ve seen many of them lately here on Barn Finds as you all know, and some really nice ones. This example… more»

44k-Mile Survivor: 1978 Chevrolet Nova

Chevrolet had an instant hit on their hands when they introduced the Chevy II compact in 1962. Over time, the cars would be identified as Novas, which had previously been an upscale series. The last generation of the Nova… more»

Original L76/4-Speed: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Barn Find

It is a story almost as old as time itself. An enthusiast unearths a desirable classic hidden in a barn or a shed, and visions dance in their head as they imagine how it will look once returned to… more»

Abandoned Steam Locomotive: 1924 ALCO 0-8-0

We all know that cars, trucks, and motorcycles usually have titles to help establish the vehicle’s rightful owner.  However, how do you prove that a steam locomotive belongs to you and that it is legal to sell it?  This… more»

One Owner: 1968 Ford Torino GT

Buying a classic car is a significant commitment. The reality is that you are about to spend your hard-earned cash on what is, after all, a luxury purchase. Hesitating is understandable, and taking the time to complete your homework… more»

Affordable Luxury: 1991 Lincoln Mark VII LSC

The words affordable and luxury typically don’t appear in the same sentence within the automotive world. However, this 1991 Lincoln Mark VII LSC breaks that rule. It presents well for its age, has a known history, and its odometer… more»

1970 Dodge W200 Crew Cab Power Wagon 383 V8

Originally having a flatbed behind that crew cab, or what Dodge called a “chassis-cab unit”, this 1970 Dodge W200 Crew Cab Power Wagon was available with either that or a Utiline (“stepside”) or Sweptline bed. It’s now wearing a… more»

Rare Pickup: 1966 Ford Bronco With No Reserve

Ford released the First Generation Bronco in 1966, offering buyers three body styles. Over half selected the Wagon, but a few chose the Pickup variant. Don’t be fooled by the photos because this Bronco is a Pickup. Its overall… more»

Barn Find 1967 Ford Galaxie 500

Throughout the 1960s, the Chevrolet Impala and Ford Galaxie dueled for the top spot in full-size new car sales. And, the Impala usually came out on top, although the Galaxie narrowed the gap a bit in 1967 to “only”… more»

37k Mile 1987 Yugo GV Survivor

Life has its serious moments, and taking a chance to escape can be crucial as a pressure relief. Many motoring enthusiasts retire to their workshop to tinker with a classic car or hit the road to enjoy all their… more»

BF Auction: 1991 GMC Sierra Z71 4×4 Survivor

For many years, trucks like this 1991 GMC Sierra were viewed as old work trucks. As a result, most of them worked hard and were disposed of when repairing them no longer made sense. Now that it’s hard to… more»

Recently Revived 1991 Mazda Miata SE

Many Miata buyers are fixated on the first-year 1990s, but the 1991s are pretty much the same thing, but with some incremental improvements. What we have here in Harrisonburg, Virginia on eBay is a 1991 car recently resurrected after… more»

60k Mile 1968 Chrysler Newport Convertible

Some classic cars seem to defy logic. Take this 1967 Chrysler Newport Convertible as a prime example. It is a big and heavy classic, but its mechanical specifications allow it to deliver surprising performance. It is a tidy survivor… more»

Original 400: 1967 Pontiac GTO

There are many factors to contemplate when assessing the relative worth of any classic purchase. Originality can be a prime factor if the buyer considers the vehicle’s potential future value, which can differentiate a good investment from a great… more»

It Should Run: 1977 Lincoln Continental Coupe

They say, sitting is the new smoking, as in it’ll be the thing that kills a lot of us in the computer age as we look at screens all day unless you’re one of the lucky ones who actually… more»

1954 Kaiser Manhattan Supercharged Sedan

1954 was an unusual year for Kaiser Motors Corp. It can be confusing to identify the exact model as many were rebadged 1953 models, but this 1954 Kaiser Manhattan Supercharged Sedan is a K-542 so there’s no confusion here… more»