Survivor Cars

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

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396 And A 4-Speed: 1966 Chevrolet Bel Air

It’s easy to think of Chevrolet’s Bel Air as a sensible and comfortable cruiser, but the reality is they could actually be performance machines. Well, at least depending on how they were optioned. In the late ’60s, Chevy restyled… more»

Real Steel: 1932 Ford Vicky

It’s getting harder and harder to find original classic vehicles. It’s even more difficult to find “blue chip” original cars.  When you do, they command such a premium that they are out of reach for the average collector. Such… more»

No Place To Store It: 1929 Model A Phaeton

One of the biggest problems our hobby faces is storage.  Many potential entrants into our hobby live in apartments and condominiums, and if they even have a garage it is usually taken.  A collectible car takes up a lot… more»

No CDL Needed: 1991 International Motorhome

I’m not quite sure what compels you to build something like this, other than the local R/V dealer had nothing stock that suited your specific needs. This 1991 International is a truly custom motorhome that’s on the market due… more»

Last On the Road in ’65: 1954 Chevy Corvette

“I know what I’ve got.” Sometimes, the seller can say this without fear of repraisal. A numbers-matching, apparently survivor-grade 1954 Corvette is one such vehicle where some level of seller swagger is to be expected. Regardless, the approach to… more»

All in the Family: 1968 Pontiac LeMans Rag Top

Our neighbor, the accountant, had one. Dark green, black top, black interior. Every Saturday at 3:30pm he would clean it for 90 minutes, change into a black turtleneck and pleated slacks, and return with a gorgeous date. They would… more»

Out Of The Rut! 1964 Buick Wildcat

Scream “Wildcat!” and people picture something untamed, dangerous, and unpredictable, words rarely conjured in response to hearing “Buick,” however Buick intentionally courted the responsible and upwardly mobile driver with a wild side. Still waters run deep. Reader Matt W…. more»

Sow’s Ear: 1980 Lincoln Versailles

Lincoln had serious guts in the 1970s when they debuted their new Versailles. Based on the malaise Granada and Monarch, which were based on the economy minded Maverick, which were based on the original Falcon, the Versailles was Ford’s answer… more»

Clean Cabrio: 1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet

The VW Cabrio has long been one of the iconic later Volkswagen products. Many of them remain in good condition due to diligent owners, but the seller of this 1990 Cabriolet claims it only has 13,100 original miles. The pictures… more»

Solid Hardbody: 1990 Nissan Pickup

So many of these “Hardbody” Nissan pickups have gone back to the Earth that it’s shocking to see one like this 1990 model in such nice condition. Not only that, it’s the best spec out there with the SE… more»

Plane Jane Tri-Five: 1955 Chevrolet 210

Ain’t she a beauty? It’s a shiny tri-five, has only 2 doors, a V8, and three pedals so what’s not to love? Well, there is the steep $22,000 asking price. The price would be reasonable for a car in top condition…. more»

989 Miles: 1975 Cosworth Vega

I always find it fascinating that so many cars survived through time without accumulating any miles like this 989 mile Cosworth Vega. Someone owned it, drove it very rarely, and paid bills on said car even though it wasn’t… more»

Original Paint: 1972 VW Super Beetle

I would have loved to yanked open the garage door and seen this beautiful Beetle sitting inside. Said to wear original paint and show low mileage of just 60,000, this Super Beetle is located in or near Kansas City… more»

1963 Bentley S3 H.J. Mulliner Bodied Continental Coupe

As a youngster I knew Bentley made cars that looked like a Rolls Royce minus the hood ornament, and that Bentley had a more sporting history than Rolls-Royce. This fabulous 1963 Bentley S3 H.J. Mulliner Continental Coupe has the… more»

6,000 Original Miles: 1955 Ford F250

The picture alone makes this 1955 Ford F-250 an intriguing find, but then you read the description: 6,000 original miles, parked by the only owner’s son in a barn somewhere near Louisburg, Kansas. The seller claims this truck is… more»

1 Of 367! 1951 Kaiser Deluxe Traveler Two-Door

This rare one-year-only Kaiser model features a folding rear seat to provide a flat load-carrying floor, and a rear hatch and tailgate for picnicking or camping, making it part car, part pickup truck, and part camper. Thanks to Jeff… more»

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