Survivor Cars

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

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Rare American Supercar: 1986 Ford Saleen Mustang

As the value of cars from the 70s, 80s, and 90s start to climb, it is fun to speculate what models will be worth the most when the market peaks for this respective automobile vintage. Up for sale in… more»

Modern Muscle: 10k Miles 2004 Pontiac GTO

The 2004 Pontiac GTO has the dubious distinction of being built by a now-extinct foreign General Motors marque to be sold in North America by another extinct GM brand. That is sad, because, below the skin, the GTO possessed… more»

Triple Black Treat: 32k Original Mile 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix

Triple-Black classics will invariably capture attention, especially if they are in exceptional condition. That is undoubtedly the case with this 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J. It effectively needs nothing but a new home with an enthusiast who craves… more»

Super Clean: 29k Mile 1993 Ford Mustang LX Convertible

In the classic car world, a sheltered existence always shows. Cars that have been treated respectfully invariably present well, and are rarely burdened with tacky or unnecessary aftermarket additions. This 1993 Ford Mustang LX Convertible carries those hallmarks and… more»

28K-Mile 1973 Chrysler New Yorker Brougham

A huge car at just under 19 feet in length, this 1973 Chrysler New Yorker Brougham was still eight inches shorter than the next-generation cars. This car is about the same length as a new Chevy Suburban, believe it… more»

No Reserve: 1986 Chevrolet K10 Pickup

If you were to ask me to provide an automotive picture of America, this might be it: the Squarebody. I can’t think of anybody who actively dislikes a Squarebody. Everyone knows someone who drove one. Many of you owned… more»

42k-Mile Original: 1976 Cadillac Seville

Borrowing a nameplate from the 1950s, Cadillac introduced the Seville in 1975 as an early 1976 model. Its purpose was two-fold: to give Cadillac a product with more sensible dimensions, and to also give the automaker a competitor to… more»

26K Mile Grand Ma Edition: 1987 Dodge Diplomat

“It’s just a car,” lamented my late ’80s neighbor, Larry, after I complimented him on the purchase of a new 1987 Dodge Diplomat. His brand spankin’ new silver sedan was to be a family car, not actually Larry’s, as… more»

A Long Way from Home: 1966 Boyertown Crew Bus

While coachbuilding for luxury cars slowly died off in the immediate prewar period, the commercial vehicle side of things managed to live on for another few decades.  The Boyertown Auto Body Works of Boyertown, Pennsylvania was the most prolific… more»

1982 Dodge Ram D150 Prospector Short Bed

“Rugged elegance” is how a Dodge brochure describes the 1982 Dodge Ram pickups. The seller has this 1982 Dodge Ram D150 Custom Prospector Package Short Bed pickup posted here on craigslist just northeast of beautiful Tucson, Arizona where I… more»

Stored 15 Years: 1967 Ford Galaxie 500 390 V8

Faded, with dents and dings, and a bit rusty (like me), this 1967 Ford Galaxie 500 two-door hardtop would be a great project for anyone into the last of the stacked-headlight Galaxies. I’m a wicked huge fan of the… more»

Almost Entirely Original: 1968 AMC AMX

If I’d been old enough to go car shopping back in the late sixties, a visit to the AMC dealership would have probably been on my agenda, as in 1968 the underdog brand introduced a cool two-seater called the… more»

Rare Italian Classic: 1981 Lancia Beta Zagato

Slipping behind the wheel of a small Italian classic is an utterly joyous experience. Cars like this 1981 Lancia Beta Zagato feature nimble handling, amazing brakes, and engines that deliver their power willingly and enthusiastically. This Zagato offers all… more»

Movie Car? 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale

Appearing to have originally been a subdued color called Crystal Green, this 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Hardtop Sedan is now a bright shade of what the seller refers to as “green apple” and says it’s new as of… more»

Two-Owner 1984 Chevrolet El Camino Conquista

It doesn’t take much for my suggestibility to get the better of me. For example, a kid in my neighborhood drives a gray El Camino much like this one, and I’ve regularly found myself wondering if I was an… more»

Colonnade Muscle? 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle SS

What a difference just a few years can make. In 1970, you could order a Chevelle Super Sport with either a 396 or 454 cubic inch V8, the most powerful Chevrolet had to offer. They were at the top… more»

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