There were hundreds of car makers in the early 1900s and Hupmobile was one of the few that survived for very long. Could one of these cars have really survived for over 100 years with its original upholstery and paint?… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Reader Ad: 1958 Cadillac Deville
I’ve often heard stories about my grandfather’s 1957 Chevrolet Nomad. What I would give to have that car now, heck I’d just be happy to know where it is! Reader Jordan K is helping with his grandfather’s estate, so… more»
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Exclusive: 1995 Mercedes E320 W124 Convertible
I’m sure we’ve all been in a similar situation as Reader Axel O. He found this Mercedes E320 after hunting for the perfect one, but shortly after getting it, life threw him a curveball. It was the good kind of… more»
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1968 Shelby GT500KR Barn Find Revealed!
Reader Richard R recently shared a barn that he’s known about for most of his life, as a matter of fact, it was his uncle’s car! Sadly, his uncle recently passed away and his family decided to sell his… more»
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Mystery Mill: 1964 Chrysler 300K Ram Induction
The Chrysler 300 series was the granddaddy of muscle cars. This may look like just another lumbering old luxury car from the 1960s, but in its day it was a beast, especially with the Cross Ram option. Mashing the go… more»
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One Owner Survivor: 1986 Chevy Camaro Z28
While it is impossibly easy to buy a Camaro or Firebird from the 80s for a few hundred bucks, those are beat-to-hell examples with barely any identifying features left as to their showroom appearance. This 1986 IROC Z28 bucks… more»
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Four-Eyed Survivor: 1982 Ford Mustang GT
The Fox body Ford Mustang has become so much of a household name in the project car dictionary that you might forget to appreciate a truly nice one when it comes along. Now, I’m not saying this example is… more»
Reader Ad: 1971 Ford F-250 Sport Custom Highboy
When it comes to classic trucks, the bigger and heavier the duty the better! This Highboy is one massive truck that’s said to be a factory built highboy. The paint is looking a little tired, but it gives it… more»
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Museum Piece: 1981 DeLorean DMC12
On a recent vacation to the Pacific Northwest, I had the pleasure of visiting the LeMay – America’s Car Museum (post coming soon) in Tacoma, WA. The collection is massive, and of course, there’s an iconic DeLorean on display…. more»
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Out Of This World: 7,500 Mile 1992 Saturn SC2
Anyone interested in preserving a piece of automotive history might be well-served to look into buying this 1992 Saturn SC2, for sale here on craigslist in Roanoke, VA. With only 7,500 miles since new, there can’t be many left… more»
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Zurvivor: 1971 Datsun 240Z
The Z car market is on the rise, and many nice cars have been turning up out of the wood work. Typically susceptible to extensive rust, nice surviving cars aren’t all too common. This 1971 model is a little… more»
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17,000 Miles: 1987 Chrysler Fifth Avenue
Here’s another low-mileage survivor. No, it wasn’t found in a barn but a 31-year old 1987 Chrysler Fifth Avenue with 17,000 miles and in this condition is more than worthy of being shown here. This ruby red beauty can… more»
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Pantera Junior… 1981 Dodge Omni 024 DeTomaso
I always wonder what the back story is on a car that sells and is for sale again a year and a half later. Such is the case of this 1981 Dodge 024 DeTomaso that’s listed yet again on… more»
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Only 7,498 Miles! 1985 Dodge Ramcharger
With only having traveled 7,498 miles since it left the factory 33 years ago, this 1985 Dodge Ramcharger Prospector is one amazing vehicle, almost a museum piece. This gorgeous truck is listed on eBay in Lakeland, Florida with bids… more»
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Making A Small Fortune: 1965 Chevelle
Junior Johnson had a way with words. When someone asked about the costs of racing, Johnson found a way to sum it up by saying “The best way to make a small fortune in racing is to start with… more»
Exclusive: 1978 Pontiac Catalina Safari
Reader Stephen S is in a bit of a predicament. You see, he owns this nice low mileage survivor Pontiac Wagon, but he also owns a Trans AM and one of them has to go. He can’t bring himself… more»
