Survivor Cars

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

42,000-Mile 1985 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z

Close your ears, children of the 1980s: The Camaro IROC-Z will celebrate its 40th anniversary next year, and it has finally completed the used car cycle. Starting out as the coolest car in the high school parking lot, it… more»

No Reserve 4×4! 1956 International S-120 Pickup

If recent eBay ads are any indication, Montana is teeming with clean, usable farm trucks that are patiently waiting for a new owner to put them to work. This 1956 International is simply the latest to grab my attention…. more»

29k Original Miles: No Reserve 1964 Ford Fairlane 500 Sedan

Estates remain one of the best sources of classics that represent excellent project candidates. Such is the case with this 1964 Ford Fairlane 500 Sedan. It is an original and unmolested survivor but requires work to return to its… more»

1 of 531: 1978 Dodge Aspen Super Coupe

The Aspen was the successor to the Dodge Dart from 1976 to 1980 (over at Plymouth, it was the Volare). America’s muscle car market was largely on life support by 1978, yet that’s when Dodge and Plymouth both introduced… more»

Rust-Free Survivor: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am

Some enthusiasts cannot tackle a restoration project, meaning a solid classic is their best option when choosing a candidate to park in their garage. The next task is to devise a list of desirable attributes. Some crave a pristine… more»

Running Project: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

The “Tri-Five” Chevrolets from 1955 to 1957 were some of the most successful ever sold. Nearly five million copies left the assembly line in three years and the Bel Air Sport Coupe was one of the biggest sellers –… more»

Nicest one left? 1977 Ford Ranchero

If you have been following the classic car market for any period of time, you know the price of 1970s cars has slowly increased. But there are still good deals to be had. This 1977 Ford Ranchero, located in… more»

Slant-Six Survivor: 1972 Plymouth Duster

Plymouth needed more youthful buyers to express interest in their compact Valiant, which had been redesigned in 1967. Enter the Duster in 1970, a fastback version of the car that had all-new sheet metal from the cowl back. The… more»

Big Survivor: 1977 Mercury Grand Marquis 460 V8

At just over 19 feet in length, this 1977 Mercury Grand Marquis two-door hardtop looks like it could have six doors rather than just two. Those are very heavy doors but they must not be as uncommon as I… more»

Make An Offer: 1978 Ford Mustang II 302 V8

Ford’s Mustang II takes a lot of heat from some people for being a gussied-up Pinto, which it is not. Those rumors hang around longer than they should sometimes, sort of like the one about Bigfoot or any other… more»

1-of-284: 1987 Ginetta G26

We’ve seen a recent influx of kit cars at Barn Finds, and this 1987 Ginetta G26 is among the more unusual. Hailing from the UK, only 284 of these classics were produced. It looks exotic, but with most of… more»

Original Paint: 1970 Ford F-100 Ranger XLT

It is hard not to like some classics. Take this 1970 Ford F-100 Ranger XLT as a prime example. It has been part of the family since Day One and has been garage-kept its entire life. Its paint is… more»

Best One Left? 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1

We always welcome input from our readers because we realize that you form a knowledgeable source of valuable information and varying opinions. Therefore, when Barn Finder Tony P spotted this 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 and posed the question of… more»

800 Original Miles! Certified 1969 Chevrolet Camaro COPO

First Generation Mustang buyers consider vehicles wearing the Shelby badges and tags as among the most desirable. For 1969 Camaro buyers, “COPO” is the Holy Grail. Those cars were special order vehicles that possessed performance that was beyond the… more»

Two Owner Survivor: 1991 Ford Mustang LX

This 1991 Ford Mustang LX is a clean and tidy classic that has spent its life in the care of two meticulous, mature owners. It presents beautifully, while the engine and transmission combination promise excellent performance. It has a… more»

Original Paint? 1976 Ford Bronco

One fascinating aspect of the classic scene is how once unloved vehicles can develop a strong following. Cars like the AMC Pacer, the Mustang II, and even the humble Yugo have devotees who won’t hear a bad word said… more»

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