The classic looks and utility of an old truck can often be hard to pass up like this Dodge. Extremely solid with a factory V8 and radio makes this classic pick up a great driver with its weathered appearance…. more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Freaky French Folly: 1984 Renault Fuego
In keeping with the Scotty G tradition of showing unusual, some would say oddball, vehicles, I present this 1984 Renault Fuego. This fregger (more on that later) is listed on eBay with a somewhat ambitious $4,500 buy it now… more»
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Pretty Little Driver: 1961 Buick Special
Isn’t this a cute little ride, perhaps something a guy might be able to talk his wife into? It does have an aluminum V8 in the nose with some potential. It’s listed on craigslist in Auburn, California for $8,900. It… more»
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Never Painted: 1976 Jeep CJ5
Jeep CJs are among some of the more pleasing 4x4s you can buy, with simple mechanicals and cheerful dispositions that belie their respectable chops off-road. This example is said to wear original paint and a number of OEM options,… more»
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2nd Year Pontiac: 1927 Pontiac 6-27 Landau Sedan
Although Pontiac was laid to rest in 2010, Pontiac is still an interesting and relevant brand due to its amazing history, and great cars. The brand was established in 1926, making this 1927 model a rare and early machine… more»
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Nerdy-Cool: 1978 AMC Pacer DL Wagon
This l’il red wagon is one of the current it-cars, as in, being so nerdy-cool and hip that it’s probably more popular now than when it was new. At least in some circles.. especially with guys with big beards,… more»
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So Fresh & So Clean: Low-Mileage 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Late-model G-body survivors are intriguing to me because at this point, most of them have been beaten, customized, hot-rodded, or otherwise repurposed. To see one in original, unmolested condition that isn’t a 442 or otherwise fancy model is a… more»
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Louise, A Low-Mileage 1972 Ford Maverick
Readers, meet Louise. A two-owner, low-mileage 1972 Ford Maverick, Louise has been well maintained and seen very little use over the years. Though this car has racked up 32,771 miles, it was purchased 10 years ago by the current… more»
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13,800 Miles: 1991 Mercedes 560 SEL
Long considered to be the most durable of Mercedes’ U.S. lineup, the W126 chassis cars are incredibly useful even today: handsome, stately and fantastic highway cruisers, finding one that’s simply been maintained is normally the only bar to clear… more»
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Never This Nice: 1989 Toyota VanWagon
These spaceship-like Toyota Vans (also known as the “VanWagon” or the “LiteAce” overseas) will never cease to intrigue, what with their flat noses and glassy four-eyed stare. More uncommon is to see one that has been maintained and even… more»
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Antique Survivor: 1912 Koehler G80 Delivery Truck
With all of the technology in the world I still find it fascinating to study early cars and see the ideas and construction methods that early “tinkerer’s” came up with. Appearing much more like a horse drawn cart, this… more»
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Sunburnt Survivor: 1973 Chevrolet Nova
The seller of this 1973 Nova definitely picked the right picture to start off with! While this is certainly a nice car, it is in need of some repairs that aren’t quite apparent until you look more closely at… more»
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Mr. Lahey’s Car: 1978 Chrysler New Yorker
If you’ve ever watched the television series Trailer Park Boys then certainly the trailer park supervisor Mr. Lahey comes to mind when you see this New Yorker! Though the car used in the TV show is (spoiler alert) eventually destroyed,… more»
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Utah Red Bird: 1977 Trans Am Survivor
First of all… Snow!?! No comment in the listing here on eBay about whether these pictures are current or from earlier this year, but for the sake of Fillmore, Utah, let’s hope the latter. Though I wouldn’t take this… more»
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Captain’s Chairs: Clean 1989 GMC Vandura
All too often, Chevy’s classic G20 van is a fairly tired specimen by now. Used by plumbers, contractors and anyone else with a wrench, they are rarely set aside as weekend tourers. Well, it appears this 1989 GMC Vandura… more»
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The Last Car You’ll Ever Need: 1959 Cadillac Superior Crown Royale Landaulet
The auction is ending just a few days too late to take this hearse to Hell—Michigan, that is, for this year’s Hearse Fest—but that just means that the new owner will have nearly a year to get ready for… more»
