Survivor Cars

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

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It Is Grand! 1974 Plymouth Fury Gran Coupe

A few days ago I covered this 1980 Chrysler New Yorker and while in that full-size Mopar vein, I thought a review of this 1974 Plymouth Fury “Gran Coupe” would be in order. This is a fabulous-looking car, IMHO,… more»

Catalog Go-Kart: 1970 JCPenny Micro Buggy

Barely hanging on and closing stores again, JCPenney was at one time one of the big three retailers along with Sears Roebuck and Montgomery Ward, and is the last one standing, for now. It’s sad for those of us… more»

38k Original Miles: 1984 Cadillac Seville

Timing is an important factor that can play a key role in an automobile’s success, and in the case of the Cadillac Seville, it couldn’t have been much better.  By the mid-seventies, some luxury car buyers were straying from… more»

BF Exclusive: 1966 Volkswagen Type 2 “Boonie Bug”

Popular Mechanics has long been a source of excellent DIY projects, and the magazine typically offers comprehensive instructions and material lists for those with a sense of adventure. This 1966 Volkswagen Type 2 “Boonie Bug” is one example of… more»

Amazing Garage Find: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette

There is no feeling like opening a shed or garage to discover a dusty classic that awaits liberation after years of hibernation. I have experienced it once, although the vehicle I found wasn’t of the same caliber as this… more»

One-Family-Owned 1964 Chrysler New Yorker

UPDATE  02/13/2025: It isn’t unusual for a seller to not taste success when first listing their classic, leading many to try a second time. Such is the case with this 1964 Chrysler New Yorker. It seems that nothing has… more»

Rust-Free Pony: 1966 Ford Mustang

Part of the secret of the First Generation Mustang’s success could be attributed to its stunning styling. However, it was the sheer variety of options that cemented its place in automotive history. Buyers could order a car with stunning… more»

Weird Wedge: 1980 Comuta-Car EV

Rarely popular but usually interesting, at least for the era and its now-ancient tech, this 1980 Comuta-Car is a tiny car that a person could restore or upgrade with modern electric and other systems. It would be an interesting… more»

Wonderful Woodie: 1946 Mercury Station Wagon

Some classics are undeniably cool and are guaranteed to draw crowds of admiring enthusiasts. Even those who aren’t passionate about classic cars can find them irresistible. I believe that will be the case with this 1946 Mercury Woodie Wagon…. more»

Faded Luxury: 1987 Chrysler Fifth Avenue

A person can’t get much for $3,800 anymore, especially as far as nice, drivable luxury cars go. Or even iffy, somewhat beater vehicles go, really. We all remember when $3,800 would buy a lot more than it does now,… more»

Turbo Brick: 1982 Volvo 240 GLT Wagon

The “turbo brick” is an affection term for one of the first cars to disrupt standard perceptions of what a performance vehicle looked like: the Volvo 240 GLT, a turbocharged wagon available with a manual transmission, quickly worked its… more»

14k-Mile Tucson Find: 1963 Rambler American 330

Tucson, Arizona. It’s hard for me to think of a place I’d rather be. It’s a harsh environment for sure, but so is being outside when it’s -11 F (straight temp) shoveling snow, as I was just doing twenty… more»

43k-Mile Survivor: 1972 Dodge Charger

This 1972 Dodge Charger has many great points, including being an unmolested survivor with just 43,000 miles on the ticker.  With so many positives here, I can only spot one potential negative that might cause some would-be buyers to… more»

Stunning Survivor: 1970 Buick Riviera

When Buick joined the Personal Luxury Car party with its First Generation Riviera, many people were awestruck by the stunning styling. The subsequent models grew in physical size but still retained the focus on luxury. This 1970 Riviera is… more»

Fully Restored: No Reserve 1982 DMC DeLorean

Okay, here’s a point to ponder; Would the DMC DeLorean enjoy the popularity it currently does without the success of the Back to The Future movie franchise? A 1982 DeLorean became the automotive star, thrusting an almost forgotten vehicle… more»

V6 4-Speed: 1963 GMC Deluxe 1000 Fenderside

1960s GMC pickups are cropping up here on Barn Finds and that isn’t a bad thing at all. Sadly, this 1963 GMC Deluxe 1000 Fenderside pickup appears to be wearing a 1964/65/66 Chevrolet grille for some odd reason. That… more»

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