We’ve seen lots of ups and downs over the past few years in the classic vehicle market, but there’s one category of vehicles we seem to overlook: those that will rebound slightly and reside at a strong price point… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Bicycle Booster Engine: 1964 Mattel V-RROOM!
With vintage toys, the original box can sometimes double the value, or the asking price, if not even more than double, sometimes, depending on the artwork and rarity. This 1964 Mattel V-RROOM! bicycle booster “engine” (sound-maker) comes with its… more»
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1,800 Miles? 1981 Oldsmobile Toronado Brougham Diesel
Are you an Oldsmobile fan who’s disgruntled because you can’t find anything from your favorite brand on the lot anymore? Are you a personal luxury coupe buyer who hasn’t been able to find a decent American big coupe since… more»
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Stored 41 Years! 1973 Dodge Charger SE
The most popular Dodge Charger in terms of sales was not from the 1968-70 era as many enthusiasts might think. It was in 1973 when the Charger was in the third year of a dramatic restyle. Perhaps that was… more»
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10k Miles! 1972 Jensen Interceptor
This 1972 Jensen Interceptor MKIII has an interesting paint job and an even more intriguing back story, with the seller claiming its low mileage is due to spending years in a police impound. More on that later, but in… more»
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Low-Mile Survivor: 1981 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
Late C3 Corvettes have steadily gained appreciation in recent years, and this 1981 Chevrolet Corvette stands out as a largely original example with just 67,035 miles showing. Listed on eBay with a clean title, this two-seat coupe is described… more»
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Original Paint? 1955 Buick Super Riviera
Looking like it popped off the pages of a 1950s Raymond Chandler detective novel, this Buick is right at home in sunny Southern California. All that sun has baked the some of the paint, which is advertised as being… more»
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Big-Block Cruiser: 1966 Chevrolet Impala 396
Full-size Chevrolets from the mid-1960s have a presence that never really goes out of style, and this 1966 Chevrolet Impala coupe leans into that classic formula with big-block power under the hood. Listed on eBay with a clean title… more»
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Original 260 V8: 1967 Sunbeam Tiger Mk I
Few Anglo-American hybrids have the personality of a Sunbeam Tiger, and this 1967 Tiger Mk I (identified as a Mk1A by the seller) brings together British roadster styling with Ford V8 performance in a way that still feels special… more»
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Triple Black: 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible
Few combinations are as timeless as a triple black Mustang convertible, and this 1969 Ford Mustang GT Package example leans fully into that classic formula. Listed on eBay with a clean title, this convertible has been recently restored and… more»
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BF Auctions: One-Family-Owned 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix
The first-generation Pontiac Grand Prix helped define the personal luxury performance segment in the early 1960s, and this 1963 example represents a particularly special piece of that history. Offered as a Barn Finds auction in West Palm Beach, Florida,… more»
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20K-Mile Luxury Survivor? 1981 Buick Riviera
Made in Linden, New Jersey, this beautiful, low-mileage 1981 Buick Riviera now resides in Sarasota, Florida. The seller lists the mileage as being 20,878, and this is one case where it looks like it could be a 20k-mile car… more»
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1999 Ford F-350 SuperCab 4×4 Diesel 6-Speed
“Deer alerts? We ain’t got no deer alerts! We don’t need no deer alerts. I don’t have to show you any stinkin’ deer alerts!” To misquote the man with the gold hat in Treasure of the Sierra Madre. Looking… more»
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Stunning Restoration: 1969 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible
Some classics are so stunning that it seems impossible to identify their greatest attribute. Such is the case with this 1969 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible. From its sparkling paint to its spotless interior and the potent V8 under the hood,… more»
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On/Off Survivor Bike: 1974 Suzuki TS185L Sierra
The Silver Mist paint has seen better days in certain areas, but this 1974 Suzuki TS185L Sierra looks like a really nice all-around survivor on/off-road bike for those of us who don’t need massive power. The seller has it… more»
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9k Mile Survivor: 1979 Mercury Cougar XR-7
The Mercury Cougar is one of those cars that seemed to change and adapt to market trends successfully, starting out as a pony car in 1967 as a corporate counterpart of the Ford Mustang. Buyers loved it, and the… more»
