Survivor Cars

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

Not a Barn Find: 1977 Saab 99

The seller of this 1977 Saab 99 here on eBay is quick to point out that this isn’t a barn find; instead, it’s an original paint survivor that’s in need of a new home due to a thinning of the herd…. more»

Muscle Truck: 1989 Dodge Dakota Shelby

I truly wish we could experience the second coming of two things: 90’s styling and factory-backed special editions brought to life by aftermarket companies. It seems like the only examples of the latter in the last 10 years have… more»

Survivor Coupe: 1937 Studebaker Dictator

Studebaker didn’t always pick the best of names for their cars, of course prior to the Cold War the name Dictator probably didn’t conjure up the same emotions that it did later on. Regardless of naming conventions, they sure… more»

Bargain Wagon: 1978 AMC Matador Wagon

This is another original, time capsule! The 1978 AMC Matador Wagon shown here is listed on eBay with a current price of $1,953 and five days left on the auction. It’s at a dealership in Levittown, Pennsylvania and it sure looks… more»

16,015 Careful Miles: 1986 Camaro Z28

Why would you own a car which, at the time it was new, was one of the most admired cars on the road, and only drive it 16,015 miles? I don’t know, but it’s going to be nice for… more»

Super Original : 1959 AMC Rambler American

Who knew that there were so many nice, old, original Rambler Americans left?! This 1959 AMC Rambler American Super is listed on eBay with a current bid of $1,967 and it’s in Highland, California. There is no reserve on… more»

26,882 Miles: 1977 Dodge D100 Adventurer

You would think that a truck with the name “Adventurer” would have racked up a few hundred thousand miles and be on its second engine by now, wouldn’t you? Well, in the case of this 1977 Dodge D100 Adventurer here on… more»

Every Kid’s Dream: Fairmont Speeder

In keeping with the Planes, Trains, and Automobiles theme here at Barn Finds, here is a nice Fairmont Speeder for your consideration. It’s listed on eBay with a price of $2,000 and it’s located in Fredericton New Brunswick, Canada; a little over… more»

Motorhome Master: 1974 FMC 2900R Motorhome

Summer’s almost here, it’s time to load the family into the motorhome and head out on the open road! This original 1974 FMC 2900R Motorhome is listed on eBay with a price of $2,025 and there are over five days… more»

Farmin’ With Ferdinand: 1960 Porsche-Diesel Super

Did you know that Porsche made tractors? If not, you do now. This one was sent in by Barn Finds fan, Jim S., and it’s located, coincidentally, in Sebring, Florida. You can find it listed on eBay with an unmet starting… more»

Perkins-Powered: 1969 Checker Marathon

This 1969 Checker Marathon is a rare, one-year-only diesel model. It’s located in Murphy, North Carolina and is on eBay with a current bid of $2,225 and a Buy It Now price of $12,000. After looking at the photos on… more»

Preserved Ponton: 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220S

Thanks to Barn Finds fan, Stuart F., for sending in this tip. The almost perfectly-preserved Ponton is in Upper Marlboro, Maryland; what a perfectly-posh-sounding location for this car! This 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220S is found on eBay with spirited bidding and… more»

Malcolm’s Folly: 1988 Yugo GV

Most of you know that one of the best salesmen of all time, Malcolm Bricklin, imported these cars in the late-1980s in an attempt to bring an inexpensive car to the US market. This particular 1988 Yugo GV is… more»

Uncle Clarence’s 1941 DeSoto Coupe

Thanks to Barn Finds reader Drew V for the tip on the absolutely beautiful 1941 DeSoto. For being 75 years old, it’s as solid a survivor as you will ever find. In fact, if I am in as good… more»

95% Original: 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T

This 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T is in Greeley, Colorado and the seller says that it’s 95% original. It looks like a nice one but it’ll need a little help with some cosmetic issues. But, you fully expect to do… more»

Clean 2nd Gen: 1980 Chevy Camaro Z28

This survivor-grade 1980 Chevy Camaro Z28 here on eBay immediately caught my attention because I had a very similar Ertl plastic toy car growing up. The colors may have been slightly different, but it still wore the Z28 stripes loud and proud… more»

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