Survivor Cars

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

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One Family Owned: 1956 Ford Fairlane Sunliner

When it comes to the question of a known ownership history, this 1956 Ford Fairlane Sunliner comfortably ticks that box. It has been part of the same family since Day One, moving from one generation to the next throughout… more»

Museum Quality: 1,543 Mile 1983 DMC DeLorean

UPDATE 05/24/2025: The seller has had no luck shifting this 1983 DMC DeLorean we saw in January. Therefore, they have decided to make another attempt to find it a new home. Interestingly, they have dropped the price, but only… more»

35K-Mile Loaded Survivor: 1977 Chrysler Newport

How can such a sedate, some might say boring four-door sedan have such appeal today? For me, the interior is the big part. Well, actually being almost 19 feet long is a big part, too, but once you see… more»

Western Nebraska Truck: 1955 Ford F-100 272 V8

The Great Plains conjures up so many mental images, from great sweeping prairies and farm fields to small family farms. That region has to still be loaded with old pickups lying around in barns or in fields waiting for… more»

Rust-Free 1990 Chevrolet Beretta Indy Coupe

With the Memorial Day Classic, the Indy 500, just one day away, sellers are taking advantage of the big race by populating the pages of Marketplace, eBay, and craigslist with their pace car replicas. We’ve seen a couple Buick… more»

14k Original Miles: No Reserve 1981 DMC DeLorean

Until recently, this 1981 DMC DeLorean had occupied the same spot in the previous owner’s garage since 1993. This lack of action makes it unsurprising that its odometer shows only 14,000 original miles. The seller has revived the DeLorean,… more»

Niki Lauda Edition: 1978 Alfa Romeo Spider

After a horrific accident in 1976, Niki Lauda managed a comeback that landed him in a Brabham-Alfa Romeo F1 car sponsored by Parmalat. It was 1978. The car was powered by an Alfa flat-12 and raced to limited success…. more»

Luxury Project: 1956 Continental Mark II

The Continental Mark II was an exercise in excellence by the Ford Motor Company with a stated aim of producing the world’s best luxury car. The company certainly left no stone unturned in its quest for perfection, but the… more»

26K Miles! 1983 Ford F-250 4×4 Diesel 4-Speed

The great trucks keep rolling in here at Barn Finds. Big or small, 2WD or 4WD, automatic or manual, gas or diesel, long bed or short bed, two doors or four, it doesn’t matter, we love ’em all. Here’s… more»

32K Original Miles: 2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited

There’s little doubt the XJ-chassis Jeep Cherokee is a modern classic. The styling, the drivetrain, and the low cost of maintenance have collectively made it a home run with enthusiasts all day long. Strangely, though, the prices have been… more»

1-of-150: 1981 Buick Regal Indy Pace Car Edition

With the 2025 Indianapolis 500 only days away, now would seem to be the perfect time for this 1981 Buick Regal to hit the market. Buick was given the honor of supplying the Pace Car for that year’s race,… more»

Factory Muscle Truck: 1979 Dodge Li’l Red Express

Ahhh… the era before catalytic converters. And I don’t mean the last few years when you’d come out to your vehicle in the morning and find that it, or they, had been sawed off while you were sleeping. This… more»

Original Turbo Diesel: 1997 Ford F250 Crew Cab

Finding an appropriate tow vehicle or a candidate that will take the whole family on wilderness adventures can be challenging, especially if cost is a consideration. That is where classics like this 1997 Ford F250 Crew Cab ride to… more»

Body-Swapped Highboy: 1972 Ford F-250 4×4

A device has yet to be invented that can measure my desire for this 1972 Ford F-250 4×4 pickup, to misquote Captain Benjamin Pierce (Hawkeye – Alan Alda) from MASH. A Candyapple Red F-250 4×4 with mostly original paint… more»

BF Exclusive: 1970s HPE Muskin Dune Cat

Owned by the seller for almost 40 years, this early 1970s HPE Muskin Dune Cat is a rare little buggy to see today, especially in original condition. We’ve only seen one here on Barn Finds over the years, and… more»

NASCAR Special: 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix 2+2

Over a decade has passed since I last hung up my helmet and called time on my racing exploits, but I remain as passionate about motorsport as I have ever been. That makes classics like this 1986 Pontiac Grand… more»

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