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»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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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»
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$4k Florida VW Type 2: Is It Your Type?
Call it a Breadloaf, a Loaf, a Bay Window, a Bay, a Transporter, a Samba, a Type 2, a Kombi, a Bus … or, in this case, a basic post-Chicken Tax VW Van. And, if you squint real hard,… more»
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Retro Camper Cool: 1975 Chevrolet C30 Camper
Having almost grown up in the back of a pickup camper, I love to see these nice vintage units still out there. This 1975 Chevrolet C30 and Camper is one sweet looking retro rig. It’s listed on eBay with four… more»
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Compromises and Financial Sacrifice: 1964 Porsche 356C
By any measure, Porsche 356s are iconic cars. Their evolution, from the first roadsters in 1948 to their eventual replacement by the 911 in 1965, spanned seventeen years of continual refinement. As Porsche is known for being a company… more»
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Sleeping Beauty’s Coffin: 1976 AMC Pacer D/L
There were a few Pacer’s exported to Europe and they occasionally appear at car shows. The Germans have an affectionate name for them, it’s “Sard der Schlafenden Shönheit” or “Sleeping Beauty’s Coffin”. My favorite nickname was “The Flying Fishbowl”…. more»
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Bargains Are Still Out There: 1969 Corvette
Why is it that every time I am broke (all the time) and/or already waist deep in a project, a great car comes along for a bargain price? 1968-1972 Corvette Stingrays are some of the most beautiful cars on… more»
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26k Original Miles: 1970 Chevrolet Nova
Finding a rough and rusty Chevy Nova can be fun, but not nearly as exciting as finding a pristine low mileage survivor like this Nova! This example has covered just 26k miles since new and has survived the years… more»
Reader Ad: 1978 Mercury Cougar Brougham
While it might have 4 doors, this Mercury could be a blast to have! It’s only seen 36k miles since new, is still in amazing condition and has an asking of only $3,650. If you’d love to have this… more»
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100% Original Survivor: 1967 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
This truck is said to be a one-family owned, 100% original survivor. It has reportedly spent its entire life in North Carolina and has passed down through three generations of the same family. The 1967 Chevrolet C10 regular cab long… more»
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Pretty In Pink: 1955 Dodge La Femme
Carmakers did some wonky things in the 1950s to market cars and this Dodge is a great, if unsuccessful, example. Chrysler wanted to attract female buyers so they took a Dodge Custom Royal Lancer and replaced its badges with gold… more»
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Learning To Love Brown: 1979 Camaro
It never ceases to amaze me when great cars miraculously appear in the want ads decades after they were produced. Most cars are used up by their tenth birthday, and are in the scrapyards soon after. Location also plays… more»
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Happy Fourth! 1976 Cadillac Bicentennial Convertible
Happy 4th of July everyone! Today is a very special day here in America and we wish everyone a happy holiday. In 1776 the United States declared its independence and 200 years later we celebrated the country’s bicentennial. We… more»
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Triple Stick Shifter: 1983 Hurst/Olds Cutlass
By 1983 the day of the muscle car was long gone, but there are some really interesting things about these Hurst/Olds, including the Lightning Rod shifter and overdrive transmission. They are based on the rear wheel drive G platform… more»
