Survivor Cars

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

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One Family 1969 Camaro

When searching for a classic car to buy, there is nothing better than finding a car with documentation and only a few previous owners. Well we found this 1969 Camaro with a 307 that comes with complete history and… more»

Preservation Porsche: 1972 Porsche 914

If you are in the market for a 914, then we may have found one for you. This could be one of the cleanest ones on the for sale right now. This 1972 Porsche 914 has only accumulated 38k… more»

Black Plate Amazon: 1967 Volvo 122S

Volvos may have always looked older than they really were, but they made for fun and reliable cars. This 1967 Volvo 122S is no different. This car is a survivor which still features its original paint. It may be… more»

Fast Family Hauler: 1967 Jaguar E-Type

Owning an iconic Jaguar E-Type is a dream to many, but many of us cannot afford the beautiful convertible version of this automobile. This 1967 Jaguar E-Type 2+2 can make the dream a little more realistic. This rust free… more»

Grey Garage Find: 1966 Porsche 912

A Porsche 912 may not be as quick as its big brother, the 911, but it can be a fun driver with its rear mounted engine and light steering. This 1966 Porsche 912 survivor sports a rare factory slat… more»

Original 1970 Plymouth Road Runner

We would say that Larry F of Iola, Wisconsin is a pretty lucky guy. When he found his 1970 Plymouth Road Runner parked in a barn 50 miles from his home, he not only found a car in great… more»

No Reserve 1966 Sunbeam Tiger

We recently featured a rough Sunbeam Tiger that is either going to need a complete restoration or be parted out. If you’re looking for a Tiger, but don’t want to restore it then we found the car for you…. more»

Slow But Fun: 1972 Fiat 850 Sport Spider

We believe that you don’t have to be going fast to have fun. There are a few cars that go slow but feel fast and the Fiat 850 Sport Spider is one of them. Pick up this slow but… more»

70’s Time Capsule: 1977 AMC Pacer

Before you freak out about us featuring an Pacer, you have to hear the history behind this car. This 1977 AMC Pacer has only covered 13 miles during its lifetime! It may be the lowest mileage Pacers in existence…. more»

Dusty Dodge: 1962 Dodge Polara 500

Most barn finds need considerable work to get road worthy again after decades of sitting, but not this find that reader James M sent in. James found this 1962 Dodge Polara 500 sitting in a little old ladies garage… more»

Survivor Saab: 1969 Saab 96

It is a shame that GM destroyed such a innovative manufacturer. Saab always tried to do things a little different and this 1969 Saab 96 showcases some of that thinking. This car is a survivor located in Santa Anna… more»

Fiberglass Special: 1954 Glasspar G2

Those who know of Glasspar think of fiberglass boats, but a few people know of the Glasspar G2 fiberglass bodied cars. Glasspar was the first American company to manufacture fiberglass reinforced plastic bodies and many manufactures borrowed heavily from… more»

French Lotus: 1983 Talbot Matra Murena

Finding a car which offers Lotus like handling can be challenging, but this Talbot Matra Murena comes pretty close. And what it lacks in performance, it makes up in looks and character. This rare low mileage French sports car… more»

Bavarian Barn Find: BMW 2002tii

This is the sight that reader Paul W saw the evening that he went to have a look at a friend’s 2002tii. The ’72 BMW had been sitting in this barn for 15 years, when Paul’s friend decided it… more»

Which Sonett to Buy: Sonett II or III?

We have always really liked the early Saabs. There is something special about their quirky styling and unique mechanicals. But we have often wondered which we would want to buy. Would we go for a 96, a 900, or… more»

Questionable Bond: 1958 Aston Martin MK III

A few weeks ago we featured an Aston Martin DB2/4 that had been found in a field. That Aston was in very rough shape, but was being sold for $79,000. Well this DB2/4 MK III is mostly original and… more»

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