Survivor Cars

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

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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»

Original Paint: 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T

Most buyers who opted for a Dodge Coronet in 1967 sought a family car. But you could also get one with some muscle thrown in. Such is the case with the ’67 Coronet R/T (Road/Track), which was in its… more»

Red Rocker: 1968 Rokon Trial-Breaker 2×2

No, this restored, repainted-red 1968 Rokon Trail-Breaker 2×2 “Can’t drive 55”, even downhill with a tailwind. With a nod to the real Red Rocker, Sammy Hagar, this Rokon – pronounced by some as “Rock On” – will jar your… more»

4×4 Wagon: 1985 Toyota Tercel

Toyota’s Tercel wagon is collecting fans year by year, so if you’ve ever had a yen to own a usable 80s icon, better put this one on your shopping list. It’s not even an expensive proposition – yet. This… more»

Price Drop: 7,400 Mile 1989 Chrysler TC by Maserati

UPDATE 21/03/2024: It isn’t unusual for a seller to drop their price if they are unsuccessful with their first attempt to find their classic a new home. Such is the case with this 1989 Chrysler TC by Maserati. Originally… more»

Amazing Survivor: 63k Mile 1972 Dodge Coronet

Two owners. Low mileage. Unmolested. Beautifully preserved. Those are four crucial boxes ticked by this 1972 Dodge Coronet Custom that has been treated respectfully from Day One. It is hard to fault and is guaranteed to turn heads and… more»

Desert Survivor: 1984 Honda ATC 125M

This one could be titled: A Good Deal or Too Dangerous? We’ve seen many three-wheel ATCs/ATVs here on Barn Finds and at least I think they’re interesting. I’ve never had trouble riding one but the general consensus is that… more»

Cheap Wheels? $950 1989 Chrysler TC Maserati

The Chrysler TC by Maserati was a joint venture between the U.S. and Italian automakers. Designed to be a halo car, the vehicle pulled from engineering on both sides of the Atlantic. It was criticized by the media at… more»

Drives Great: 1988 Buick Riviera With 44k Original Miles

If I could ever give sellers a single piece of advice when listing their classics, it would be to provide the best possible photos. That means not only capturing the car from every angle but attacking it with a… more»

1-of-37? 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Making rarity claims can be a slippery slope in the classic world. This is especially true if they are based more on speculation than hard evidence. That brings us to this 1968 Corvette Convertible. It is claimed to be… more»

Bargain? 1966 International Scout 800 Sportop

As Hagerty’s most valuable ’66 Scout model, this Sportop appears to have been used as a plow truck. The seller says they’ve owned it 26, which I’m assuming means 26 years, and they aren’t using it anymore. This 1966… more»

Heavy Hauling Survivor: 1951 Peterbilt Tractor

Peterbilt Motors Co. has been producing over-the-road (OTR) tractors since 1939, though its roots go back another 20+ years from a predecessor company (Fageol Motors). The name “Peterbilt” is said to be a hybrid of the founder’s name (Peterman)… more»

Low Miles, One Owner! 2000 Plymouth Prowler

Let’s forget the Prowler for a second, even though this article does feature a 2000 example listed here on eBay. Instead, let’s ask a question: why does a manufacturer build a car like this? A car that wouldn’t have… more»

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