Survivor Cars

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

Movie-Star Provenance: 1952 Dodge Power Wagon

It’s not every day a Power Wagon surfaces with a backstory that reaches all the way to Hollywood, but this 1952 Dodge example—now for sale in St. Paul, Minnesota—comes with exactly that kind of built-in folklore. According to the… more»

Gen X Time Machine: 1988 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Wagon

Some craigslist ads barely hide their enthusiasm, and this seller leans all the way in. Their 1988 Chevrolet Caprice Classic wagon is pitched as the right wagon for anyone who grew up in the era—or simply appreciates the charm… more»

Original Paint: 1990 GMC Jimmy SLE

When you get near the final production year of any vehicle, you can be sure of two things: one, it will likely have most of the bugs worked out of the vehicle’s design or drivetrain, potentially making for a… more»

41k-Mile Survivor? 1975 Mercury Comet

Ford launched the Maverick compact in 1970, and it would go on to be the company’s biggest sales hit since the 1965 Mustang. It was a simple car whose construction was similar to that “pony car” and the Falcon…. more»

Turbo/4-Speed: 1963 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Spyder

Although introduced as a compact model, Chevrolet didn’t take long to add some performance credentials to its groundbreaking Corvair range. This 1963 example is a Monza Spyder, featuring a turbocharged engine under the hood. It presents extremely well for… more»

421 Tri-Power: 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix

Some classics create barely a ripple when they hit the street, while others possess so many positive attributes that it is impossible to identify their greatest or most significant. This 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix falls into the latter category…. more»

Honest and Original: 1963 Ford Fairlane 500

Boy, is someone going to hit one out of the park in acquiring this 1963 Ford Fairlane 500 coupe. It’s another good find by Curvette that brings us the ad here on ebay. The demand is for $23,500 or… more»

BF Auction: 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Time-Capsule

This incredibly preserved 2003 Dodge 1500 out of Louisville, Kentucky, reads like a true survivor story—and the details back it up. Offered with a clean title and showing just 18,588 miles, this pickup has remained with the same family… more»

BF Exclusive: 1956 Ford Thunderbird

This 1956 Ford Thunderbird is a stunning classic that has led a sheltered life. It presents superbly and features the range-topping V8 under the hood. The current owner has been its custodian for six years, and has kept the… more»

Come Take A Look: No Reserve 1966 Chevrolet Corvette

Can a ’66 Corvette be a practical daily driver? The original owner thought so; according to the seller, he drove it to work back in the 1960s when it was new. It’s now on the third owner, whose friend… more»

20k Original Miles: 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible

It may seem odd, but now could be the ideal time to buy a classic Convertible. Sure, the weather is cold as winter sets in, but that is when prices are typically at their lowest. This 1976 Cadillac Eldorado… more»

455 HO/4-Speed: 1975 Pontiac Trans Am

It is easy to forgive any imperfections if a classic is an unmolested vehicle promising excellent performance. The seller admits that this 1975 Pontiac Trans Am isn’t flawless, although its presentation is consistent with a high-end driver. However, it… more»

Only 43,000 Miles! 1964 Chevrolet Impala Wagon

Station wagons were always a big part of Chevrolet’s portfolio back in the day. The 1964 model year was no exception, with one out of every seven full-size Chevies built in that body style. The Impala continued as the… more»

BF Auction: 1948 Chrysler New Yorker Business Coupe

Barn Finds occasionally gets the privilege of showcasing something truly uncommon, and this 1948 Chrysler New Yorker 3-passenger Business Coupe is one of those cars. Located in Tucker, Georgia and offered as an auction listing, this sleek, three-window coupe… more»

Government Workhorse: 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Woody

This 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster woody is a rare survivor with an unusually well-documented and fascinating early life, now listed here on eBay with a clean title. Showing 61,000 miles, it’s powered by a 218 OHV inline-six paired with a… more»

23K Mile Museum Car: 1976 Chevrolet Vega Hatchback

Here’s a comment that few will ever hear at the gas station: “That Vega belongs in a museum!” Well, this Vega has been in a museum for 25 years, in the collection of “Downtown DeSoto” in Clinton, Missouri, and… more»

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