Survivor Cars

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

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Stored Survivor: 1971 Porsche 914

Usually, when you hear the term “project Porsche”, it’s related to a 356 or an older 911 or 912. The Porsche 914 has the distinction of being maybe the first model that was always a bridesmaid, never a bride,… more»

26k Original Miles? Two Owner 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS

Some seller claims are easier to prove than others. Take this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS as a prime example. Confirming that the seller is its second owner should be a piece of cake. However, verifying that the odometer reading… more»

Rare A/C Equipped: 1956 Lincoln Premiere

When you get it, flaunt it, right? That’s certainly the case with this 1956 Lincoln Premiere—what a visual statement! It’s everything, really—the colors, the condition, and, of course, that so-kool fifties styling. With a boast of “nothing has been… more»

No Reserve: 1979 Datsun 280ZX

American classics aren’t the only cars to garner plenty of attention when they hit the market. Take this 1979 Datsun 280ZX as an example. It has attracted nineteen bids since the seller listed it here on eBay in Orlando,… more»

Nicest One Left? 37K-Mile 1984 Pontiac 6000 STE

The internet is weird, no wonder there’s so much fake information out there, dividing everyone and turning us all into social media-arguing combatants with total strangers. If you type in “fastest car in 1984” you get so many answers… more»

Restored To Look Old: 1953 Chevrolet 3100

We’ve seen many Chevrolet “Advance Design” pickups here at Barn Finds, tons and tons of them, literally. However, this one may surprise you a bit, it sure surprised me. It may look like an original survivor pickup in outstanding… more»

Low Mile Charity Sale: No Reserve 2005 Cadillac XLR

Combine the words “Cadillac” with “No Reserve” and you are almost guaranteed that the car in question will generate significant interest. Such is the case with this 2005 Cadillac XLR. It perfectly combines luxury with wind-in-the-hair motoring, making it… more»

19k Original Miles: 2003 Ford Mustang GT

It is easy to dismiss post-2000 cars, questioning whether they deserve the title of classics. However, when over two decades have elapsed since our feature car rolled off the line and values are climbing, it is fair to say… more»

Turbocharged Survivor: 1987 Buick Regal Grand National

If I were to pick a classic from the 1980s to park in my garage, a 1987 Buick Grand National would sit at the top of the list. The “square-rigger” styling doesn’t appeal to everyone, but when you combine… more»

California Survivor: 1970 Dodge Dart Swinger 340

I can’t help thinking of country music legends Merle Haggard and Buck Owens when I think of Bakersfield, California. It has nothing to do with this great-looking 1970 Dodge Dart Swinger, that’s just the way it is. In case… more»

BF Exclusive: 1937 Plymouth PT-50 Pickup

The Great Depression hit the entire world hard during the 1930s, and the American automotive industry wasn’t immune from its impact. Sales spiraled downward, and production volumes dropped markedly. It was against that backdrop that this 1937 Plymouth PT-50… more»

Garage-Kept: 1973 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350

This first photo tells us a lot about the story behind this 1973 Pontiac Firebird 350. The seller states that it is a garage-kept classic, and if this is the spot where it spends its downtime, it is hardly… more»

Small Block V8: 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Oldsmobile introduced the mid-size Cutlass Supreme in 1966, joining the also new Toronado in the personal luxury car space. It would go on to become a market leader in this space for more than 20 years. This 1986 edition… more»

72k Original Miles: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS

If you are an enthusiast with a growing family, classics like this 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS are instantly appealing. Not only do they offer enough interior space to accommodate growing teenagers, but this one is a gem. It presents… more»

Nicest One Left? 1994 Toyota Corolla DX Wagon

Here’s something you don’t see every day on Barn Finds, or ever. We’ve shown quite a few “vintage” (hey, this one is 31 years old, that’s older than a decent percentage of Barn Finds readers!) Japanese cars here, but… more»

Low Miles: 2000 BMW Z3M Roadster

The modern incarnation of BMW brings to mind luxury sedans, but the company’s history has been peppered with sporty roadsters. The first was a serious competition car made in the 1930s known as the “Crease Roadster“. The coupe version… more»

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