The Chrysler TC by Maserati never quite had the intended effect on sales and brand image the geniuses at headquarters were likely hoping for. It wasn’t particularly fast, nor did it offer class-leading handling. It wasn’t sporting enough to… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Jan 19, 2017 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Reasonably Priced Survivor: 1939 Chrysler New Yorker
Clean, regal, and in fantastic condition, this 1939 Chrysler New Yorker has only covered 46,925 miles. Having belonged to a family that was involved with horse racing, this Chrysler was sold, and lived in a shop for a few… more»
Jan 19, 2017 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Made in Japan: 1981 Honda Accord LX
Barn Finds writer, Jeff, found an amazing Accord back in early-February that looks so similar to the car shown here, but that one had fewer than 5,000 miles on it and was a 5-speed. This 1981 Honda Accord LX is… more»
Jan 19, 2017 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Finned Survivor: 1960 Cadillac Fleetwood Series 75 Sedan
This Beautiful Fleetwood was originally purchased by a Mr. Brown promptly after getting out of the Army. Mr. Brown got married, and together the Browns cherished this Cadillac as the couple was “particular” about keeping this elegant beauty garaged. Thankfully their… more»
Jan 18, 2017 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Italy + France: 1969 Simca 1118
Here’s an unusual one; go figure, coming from me. This t-square special is a 1969 Simca 1118. What a sexy name! 1118! If you’re dead-set against square cars, this one isn’t for you, this car defines the “three-box design”… more»
Jan 18, 2017 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Two Door Survivor: 1948 DeSoto Custom
This beautiful Desoto is listed on Craigslist in Stockton, California for $7,950. The price seems reasonable for a car this nice. I’m surprised it’s been listed for a month now and not sold. It was repainted at some time,… more»
Jan 18, 2017 • For Sale • 48 Comments
257 Actual Miles: 1995 Chevy Corvette
It’s not all that unusual to see Corvettes socked away with low mileage, but a number less than 300 on the odometer is pretty significant. This particular car is even more interesting due to the fact that it’s the… more»
Jan 18, 2017 • For Sale • 26 Comments
92 Years Young: 1925 Packard
How often do you see an original condition, 92 year old car for sale? Well, this 1925 Packard is available, and is relatively solid needing some attention to the interior. Despite its patina, and untouched looks, surprisingly this Packard… more»
Jan 18, 2017 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Excessive Aero: Chevy Celebrity Eurosport VR
In the world of performance sedans, the Chevy Celebrity is not often cited as an example of high-horsepower peope movers. And that’s OK – the Celebrity wasn’t intended to be a hot rod, and most of them served dutifully… more»
Jan 18, 2017 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Fin’tastic! 1960 Plymouth Deluxe Suburban
The Deluxe Suburban was the lowest-level trim for the Suburban line for Plymouth in 1960, below the Custom Suburban and the top of the line Sport Suburban, which would have been equivalent to their Fury line. This 1960 Plymouth Deluxe… more»
Jan 17, 2017 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Rich American: 1963 Rambler American 330
This blue beauty is a 1963 Rambler American 330 and it has 19,813 miles! This time machine is listed on eBay with a current bid price of (are you sitting down?) over $6,600 and the reserve isn’t even met… more»
Jan 17, 2017 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Lame Duck: 1956 Studebaker President
The Studebaker President name would go away after 1958 and the basic design didn’t change much in its last three years, making these cars the last of their kind; lame ducks, if you will. This is a 1956 Studebaker President and it’s… more»
Jan 16, 2017 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Sanded For No Reason: 1959 Cadillac Sedan Deville
What way can you make an American automotive icon bigger than its reputation and large fins? Add a couple more doors into the mix! This Sedan Deville is original, and was likely not too bad of a survivor, until… more»
Jan 16, 2017 • For Sale • 58 Comments
$550! 1986 Ford EXP
Just when you thought that you had seen it all, here’s a 1986 Ford EXP. This raucous little racer (well..).. is on Craigslist with an asking price of $550. The EXP was made for the 1982 to 1988 model… more»
Jan 15, 2017 • For Sale • 22 Comments
History Included: 1942 Cadillac Series 61 Fastback
We often wish we knew the history of old cars like this Cadillac listed for sale on eBay. Well, it seems Clinton Filson started a business in 1891 in Seattle selling supplies to miners headed up to the Alaska gold rush…. more»
Jan 15, 2017 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Funky Fuel Fiat Farmin’: 1972 Oliver 1365
If you were “born in a barn”, as your mom used to say when you left the door open, or if you just grew up on a farm, you know Oliver tractors. This 1972 Oliver 1365 Diesel is listed on… more»
