The seventh generation Chevrolet Suburban is about as recognizable as the Statue of Liberty, and carries similar weight in terms of being a symbol of freedom. OK, perhaps that’s a stretch, but the Suburban is an escape machine for your next adventure, especially when powered by the burly 454 like this one is. The seller notes that it was brought up to Canada from Oregon not too long ago, which is an important selling feature given rust is one of the biggest enemies of these squarebody trucks. Apparently, this rig was previously used to haul a race car around. Find it here on craigslist for $16,000.

One of the ongoing bright spots in the collector vehicle market in continued appreciation for classic SUVs. That being said, given this segment is still maturing, we’ve not seen prices maxed out as we have in some classes. Now, the truck market has a few wrinkles in it due to the prevalence of restomods, which can create the illusion that people are clamoring to buy heavily updated versions of their favorite vintage rigs. However, my sense is that this “fad” will find its limits in terms of what vehicles are popular for converting and what people are willing to pay; in the meantime, survivor trucks like this one still have some room to run value-wise.

As mentioned, Suburbans are generally robust rigs with drivetrains considered bulletproof in almost every configuration. The 454 is likely the most desirable setup, especially since it triggers a few other upgrades like the 14-bolt full-floater axle. It’s also worth noting this a rear-wheel drive Suburban, which is why it was the ideal setup for the previous owner to haul his race car around. All that torque in a trailer-friendly configuration will ensure that this example continues to find favor with enthusiasts who will cherish its preserved condition while also finding useful ways to put it to work. As mentioned, rust is the enemy in these SUVs, so seeing one this clean underneath is very encouraging.

According to Hagerty, these trucks are proving popular with both GenXers and millennials, which makes sense considering how many of them rode in the backseat of one when they were kids. These were one of the first SUVs I can remember going mainstream, and while they weren’t in every school drop-off line, any family that had lots of gear to haul around and liked to ski in the winter and boat in the summer was hard-pressed to find a better multi-purpose vehicle. The truck shown here isn’t exactly a steal, but the condition and spec sheet make it worthy of a closer look. Thanks to Barn Finds reader Curvette for the find.