Survivor Cars

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

Unrestored Final Year: 1988 Pontiac Fiero V6

While rumors of a new mid-engined Corvette continue to circulate, GM’s lone midship sports car continues to appreciate as an appealing classic with solid driving dynamics. We’re talking about the Pontiac Fiero, and in particular, the final-fling 1988 model… more»

Big Beautiful Brougham: 1972 Mercury Marquis

What an era, what a car! I was still in the single digits when this 1972 Mercury Marquis Brougham two-door hardtop was made, but it really brings me back to that time. This long, low beauty is on Craigslist… more»

Stock Survivor: 1990 Honda CRX Si

For a long time, it’s been known that the original Honda CRX is one of the purest driver’s cars ever made. Unfortunately, supply is quite limited in stock, rust-free form, particularly so for the hot ticket Si model. This… more»

47K Miles From New: 1990 Chevy 1500 Pickup

The fourth generation of the Chevrolet C/K pickup is perhaps one of the best recognized trucks on the road, thanks to its longevity and popularity with American truck shoppers. Sporting a handsome upright design with multiple configuration options, it… more»

Original Interior and Paint: 1929 Packard 645 Dietrich

Consummately elegant and purposeful, this Deitrich-bodied 1929 Packard 645 Deluxe Eight Roadster rides on the same 145 inch wheelbase as a 2016 Ford F-150 SuperCab XL, the longest wheelbase of any American car in 1929. This seven passenger touring car… more»

Red Hot Rabbit: 1984 Volkswagen GTI

Here’s a little ruby gem: a 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit GTI, the vaunted Mark I version of VW’s iconic hot hatch—well, sort of. This U.S.-built car is a pretty different animal from the Golf GTI introduced in Europe in 1976,… more»

Living Room Find: 676-Mile 1997 Nissan 240SX

This car is really something special, and there is absolutely no arguing that. If you hate everything foreign-made and can’t open your mind to this beautiful and unique Nissan 240SX, I recommend you stop reading now! The saga surrounding… more»

Whole Lotta Love Needed: 1962 Cadillac Series 62

For decades, Cadillac could legitimately use the slogan “Standard of the World.”  General Motors took pride in their top tier division, and the whole company was set up to provide vehicles for customers from cradle to grave.  Your first… more»

Luxury Emergency: 1941 Cadillac Superior 75

Classic fire trucks, ambulances, and emergency vehicles are a niche market of automobiles that are typically overlooked, and can often be bought on the cheap. Not to say that they aren’t worthwhile projects, as they are rather unique and… more»

Patina Perfection: 1968 Mustang Fastback GT

I’m sure there are many of you thinking that this Mustang Fastback needs to be painted ASAP and while I don’t disagree with you that it should be painted, there’s a part of me that would want to leave… more»

FE3 Equipped: 1989 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale

About 15 years ago, this Oldsmobile would have been considered to be a basic driver that you bought cheap, drove until it died and then you shipped it off to the wrecker to be melted down and recycled. Well,… more»

One Owner: 1958 Chevrolet Impala Coupe

Said to be a one owner car, this 1958 Chevrolet Impala needs some love to restore it to its former glory. Unrestored, running and driving cars like this are certainly becoming harder to find.  This specific car is for… more»

Low Mileage Daily: 1956 Buick Special

Driven daily this Buick Special is described as having only 56,000 original documented miles. Parked in 1974, this Buick slept until the current owner purchased and revived this nice looking driver. Having recently received a great deal of maintenance… more»

Survivor Superbird: 1970 Plymouth Superbird

I am a lover of all things MoPar, and all cars unusual. The Superbirds and Daytonas have always caught my eye, even before they really shot up in value, simply because of their truly unique styling and distinguishable look…. more»

Deco Dictator: 1937 Studebaker

Many things can be said about 1930’s America, but some of the automotive styling that was born during the Deco era really left a heavy impression upon American creativity and beauty. With a wide array of wonderful descriptive words… more»

Survivor Short Bed: 1982 Toyota Truck 4×4

Before anyone says it: yes Toyotas can be classics! FJ40s and pickups are highly sought after and hold their value, much like most other Toyota products. Toyota has a long history of making reliable and affordable cars and trucks,… more»

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