First-generation CRXs aren’t necessarily as loved as the CRX that followed in the late 80s, but finding an unmodified survivor is often just as difficult. This 1987 CRX isn’t the hot-hatch Si; it doesn’t even have a manual transmission…. more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Diff Shields Included: 1991 Chevy S10 Baja
Today, you can walk into a Chevrolet dealer and order up a new Colorado pickup with the ZR2 package, which adds some serious offroad hardware. You could make a similar move in 1991, by checking the “Baja” box on… more»
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Scotty G’s Garage: 1966 Lincoln Continental Coupe
I still haven’t found an E! In case any of you remember this car from about three months ago, this is the 1966 Lincoln Continental Coupe that I found in New Jersey and picked up back in June. I… more»
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Mountain Garage Find: 1958 Morgan Plus 4
What I would have given to have been the one to come across this Morgan Plus 4 in the previous owner’s remote mountain garage. While it wasn’t found in a barn, it’s definitely an amazing and highly original find!… more»
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Hemi Powered: 1962 Daimler DQ450 Limo
Here we have almost 18 feet of British luxury, almost 2 feet longer than the Majestic Major upon which it’s based. In 1962 it was less than half the price of any Rolls Royce limo. They are said to handle very… more»
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Aircraft Hangar Find: 1987 Porsche 930
Few cars scream ’80s excess louder than the original Porsche 930, the turbocharged supercar that frightened road test editors and track day enthusiasts from its introduction to the present day. Valued have been rising, and this example here on eBay was… more»
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How They Used To Be Found: 1968 Camaro Convertible
Some of you may have noticed that I have attended a lot of car shows and frequent local cruise ins. It is a lot of fun seeing what might turn up, or what won’t turn up. It used to… more»
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RHD and 4WD: 1988 Toyota Corolla Wagon
A few months ago, I had the pleasure of meeting one of more established importers of Japanese-market vehicles to the U.S. He specialized in Mitsubishi-branded military Jeeps, but also had an eye for other unusual JDM cars and trucks…. more»
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Bullfighter Survivor: 1974 AMC Matador
While this car didn’t actually fight any bulls, many matadors have, but likely none of them were cars. Matador sedans of this vintage were favorites of police forces across the United States and Canada for many years as they… more»
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Peachy Keen Survivor: 1958 Dodge C100
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»
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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»
