There are few automobiles more stunningly shaped than early C3 Corvettes. Drawing heavily from the Mako Shark II show car’s styling, chrome bumper third generation Corvettes are at once beautiful and muscular. Adding to the good looks of these… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Period Correct: 1976 Ford Econoline Chateau
This 1976 Ford Econoline van is an impressive survivor, and the seller is just the second owner after buying it from his friends who owned and stored it since new. It remains in highly original condition with low miles… more»
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Rebuilt Then Parked: 1951 Mercedes Unimog
This is an unusual find in the world of Unimogs, as we typically see the later models pop up for sale. The seller calls this a 411 model, which would make it an updated version of the 401/402, if… more»
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Meant For A Metalworking Michelangelo: 1941 Willys Coupe
Look at any old school drag racing pictures and you are likely to see a few prewar Willys coupes. Compact, lightweight, and good looking, these cars were tailor made for drag racing. When the supply of original cars dried… more»
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15K Miles from New: 1980 Maserati Quattroporte III
While it’s a car many of us love to hate, the Maserati Quattroporte remains a stunning road car that rarely appears in condition as well preserved as this one. Claimed by the seller to be the lowest mileage example… more»
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One Family Find: 1951 Chevrolet Fleetline
Clean, simple, stylish, and to the point, this Chevrolet Fleetline is a great classic that needs little and is ready to roll. This is a one family vehicle that is thought to have covered only 81,000 miles in its… more»
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Dallas Darling: 1975 Chevrolet El Camino
This 1975 Chevrolet El Camino sure looks nice! Not as a show vehicle, but a useful vehicle you can drive proudly. It’s for sale here on eBay and has reached $5,400 as I write (reserve not yet met). You can… more»
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Wonder From Down Under: 1977 Holden Torana A9X
The recent closure of the vehicle manufacturing industry in Australia has seen the emergence from hiding of a raft of iconic performance cars Down Under. The Torana A9X is just such a car, and this one which recently sold… more»
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Grandma’s Tri-Five: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
1955 marked the beginning of what some Chevrolet enthusiasts consider the golden age of GM’s bowtie division with the first year of the “Tri-Five” era. This one-owner ’55 Bel Air post sedan is for sale here on craigslist in… more»
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Big Block Hauler: 1970 El Camino SS
Unfortunately for all of us who might like to purchase one, car based pickup trucks have gone the way of the ivory billed woodpecker here in America. While “utes” are insanely popular in Australia, these versatile vehicles effectively died… more»
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Front Wheel Survivor: 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
The Olds Toronado, historically speaking, is cool because it was the first U.S. mass produced front wheel drive vehicle since 1937. My personal favorite year of the Toronado is the ’68 due to the interesting looking grill. Located in Lakeland,… more»
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14,000 Miles: 1934 Dodge Brothers Truck
Prewar trucks are few and far between, especially when comparing the condition of the few surviving examples. This 1934 Dodge Brothers is a fabulous project with no rot, a solid frame, and even a running engine. Despite its age,… more»
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396-3 Speed: 1967 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon
Clean as a whistle, with low miles, and an awesome drive-train, this 1967 Caprice wagon is a very attractive survivor with great looks and even wood applique to complete the wagon package. Having spent its life with one family,… more»
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33,000 Mile Survivor: 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
We see at lot of cars with “survivor” claims that seem to be stretches. This 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass appears to be the real thing. Perhaps it was your father’s Oldsmobile? Regardless, if you fondly remember the early 1970’s this car… more»
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29,999 Original Miles: 1940 Ford Standard Coupe
The amazing thing about the old car market is that great cars pop up all the time. Just when you think all the solid, rust free cars in desirable body styles have evaporated, up pops a fantastic ride. Take… more»
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Preserved Sport Model: 1987 BMW 325is
This low-mileage 1987 BMW 325is is a car that’s near and dear to my heart, as I own the same vehicle but in Alpine White. The 1987 sport models – designated by the “IS” on the end of the… more»
