Survivor Cars

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

Original 400: 1977 Ford F-250 Ranger XLT Supercab

It is fair to assume that when they released their immediate post-war models, American vehicle manufacturers could not have imagined how their Pickups would eventually dominate the passenger car market. They have met ready acceptance across many countries, consigning… more»

No Reserve: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Winter has a nasty habit of seeming to drag on forever, especially as enthusiasts gaze out their windows at snow, slush, and rain. Summer can’t come soon enough because it means they can wheel a classic out of their… more»

1 of 1,003: 1968 Pontiac Firebird 350

General Motors brought two “pony cars” to market in 1967 to compete against the dominant Ford Mustang. The “Dynamic Duo” (not Batman and Robin) would be the Chevy Camaro and Pontiac Firebird. In its second year, the Firebird would… more»

37k-Mile Survivor: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

The Cutlass Supreme joined the Oldsmobile lineup in 1966 as an upscale mid-size coupe. Public interest would grow year after year, and it would go on to become one of the best-selling U.S.-built automobiles. This 1977 edition in Brougham… more»

Garage Find! 1974 Bricklin SV-1

This Bricklin is the proverbial “driven by a little old lady on Sundays” kinda car. It was purchased new as one of a pair – his and hers – in 1975. The wife drove it on weekends until 1989,… more»

BF Auction: 1978 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT

With summer fast approaching, the lure of plunging into the wilderness can prove irresistible for some. That begs the question of how to get there. Those with boundless energy could hike to their destination, while others with a well-developed… more»

Return Of… The Ultra Low Mileage (183) 1984 Dodge Ram Pickup

It’s baaaack! We featured this 1984 Dodge Ram 1500 D100 regular cab pickup truck with supposedly 135 original miles back in February of 2023 with an asking price of $34,500 (and the option to make a best offer). You… more»

Solid Coupe from the Carolinas: 1937 Ford Coupe

It seems like everyone with a thirties Ford coupe has decided that it is time to sell.  While the many attributes of these stylish and durable coupes have made them popular for decades, will the overwhelming number of cars… more»

Baby V8: 1937 Ford Business Coupe

Ford introduced its iconic Flathead V8 range to the buying public in 1932, with the 221ci version proving a sales winner. It upped the stakes when it introduced a smaller and more refined version in 1937, and this Business… more»

One Owner and Low Miles! 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1

It’s hard to believe that the 1973 Ford Mustang is the same car as the original 1965. Well, all the sheet metal is different and it’s 800 lbs. heavier, but they rode on essentially the same platform. The automobile… more»

1982 DMC DeLorean With 6k Genuine Miles!

If you believe everything written, John DeLorean and Preston Tucker had much in common. Both were snappy dressers with engaging personalities and the ability to make those about them feel at ease. Each realized the dream of establishing a… more»

38k Original Miles: 1963½ Ford Falcon Futura

Hiding in this carport is a classic that could be ideal for an enthusiast contemplating a first restoration project. This 1963½ Ford Falcon Futura is a genuine survivor with a documented history and 38,000 miles on the clock. It… more»

Stunning Survivor: 1987 Buick GNX With 4k Original Miles!

It is said that fortune favors the brave. If that is true, Buick engineers in the 1980s would never die wondering. While other manufacturers successfully sought to extract extra power from their strangled V8s, Buick pursued a different path,… more»

Award Winner: 1972 Suzuki MT50 Trailhopper

“Am I blue? Am I blue? Ain’t these tears in these eyes telling you?” In my best Ray Charles voice. The seller lists this Suzuki MT50 Trailhopper as a 1971 model, but in 1971 they only came in orange…. more»

One Family Owned: 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Six-Window Sedan

Bullet taillights and fins large enough to pose a threat to low-flying aircraft? That can only mean one thing. Our feature car is a 1959 Cadillac. More specifically, it is a Series 62 Six-Window Sedan. That it has belonged… more»

Original Paint: 1967 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 With 70k Genuine Miles

Some survivor-grade classics will inevitably generate more interest than others when they hit the market. When the vehicle in question is a genuine 1967 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350, you can be sure that interest is high. The current owner… more»