Survivor Cars

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

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Five-Wheel Find: 1988 John Deere AMT 600

This 1988 John Deere AMT 600 can be found posted here on craigslist in Maynardville, Tennessee, and the seller is asking $3,200. Here is the original listing. It’s my fault that the above tip went away, but thankfully, Rocco… more»

Lots of New Parts: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette

Changes were afoot for America’s Sports Car, the Chevy Corvette, in 1973. It was the first year for the polyurethane front bumpers and the last for the chrome rear bumpers (new federal safety standards). Demand continued to be strong… more»

One-Family Owned: 1957 Buick Century

It’s anybody’s guess what the percentage of 69-year-old vehicles have remained in the same family since brand new. I’m sure it’s in the low single-digits. Well, here’s one of those rare vehicles that’s been in the same family since… more»

Rare Spirit of America Edition: 1974 Chevrolet Impala

The United States was set to celebrate its Bicentenary in 1976, but Chevrolet started the party early by releasing the Spirit of America options package across various badges in 1974. The Impala was one of the beneficiaries, but the… more»

428/4-Speed: 1967 Pontiac Catalina 2+2

Some classics are more than a pretty face, possessing genuine performance credentials. That is undoubtedly the case with this 1967 Pontiac Catalina 2+2. It isn’t perfect, but it presents as a driver-grade classic with a few visible rust issues…. more»

Affordable Driver: 1983 Dodge Shelby Charger

Mention the name Shelby, and the thoughts of many enthusiasts will turn to high-performance variants of Ford’s First Generation Mustang. However, the legendary engineer also targeted the Fifth Generation Dodge Charger, adding enhancements to improve the driving experience. This… more»

Recent Import: 1988 Renault R4 Savane

Although the Citroën 2CV is considered France’s iconic “car of the people,” its sales figures pale in comparison to those achieved by the Renault R4. In fact, during a much shorter production run, the R4 outsold the 2CV by… more»

Real Attitude: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Gasser

While some custom builds are subtle and restrained, others possess a genuine attitude. This 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Gasser falls into the latter category, with an appearance guaranteed to turn heads. It runs and drives well, leaving scope for… more»

2-Owner Running Project: 1961 Plymouth Valiant

In the late 1950s and early 1960s, just about every major U.S. automaker began to field a compact car. The impetus may have come from the success that Volkswagen was having with the Beetle. Plymouth’s entry was the Valiant,… more»

Cheap Wheels Project: 1979 Ford Pinto

The Pinto was Ford’s first subcompact built in the U.S. Between 1971 and 1980, more than three million copies rolled off the assembly line. Yet you seldom see one anymore because they were cheaply-priced, disposable automobiles. This 1979 edition… more»

1 Owner 30 Years: 1991 Volvo 940 SE

Despite being the sort of car people hold onto for multiple generations, we rarely get to see older Volvos in survivor-grade condition. They are never outright abused, but it does seem like because of their reliability, they get band-aid… more»

No Reserve: 2004 Maserati Coupe Cambiocorsa GT

Buying any Italian thoroughbred involves a leap of faith, and part of the key to success is risk minimization. That is why this 2004 Maserati Coupe Cambiocorsa GT is such an attractive proposition. The seller describes it as a… more»

One Owner: 1969 Volkswagen Beetle

If you have been searching for a Volkswagen Beetle to add to your collection, there are many reasons why this 1969 example deserves a close look. It is a one-owner survivor that has spent the cold months stored in… more»

Just Two Owners: 1963.5 Ford Galaxie 500

Ford introduced the fastback version of its Galaxie 500 mid-year in 1963. The notchback roofline version of the car wasn’t doing well in NASCAR, and the vehicle needed a more slippery shape. It was an instant hit, and Ford… more»

Euro Turbo: 1988 Merkur XR4Ti

Ford’s bold Edsel experiment is a story that the company would probably prefer to erase from its history books. It attempted a repeat performance in the 1980s when it launched the Merkur, destined for its Lincoln-Mercury showrooms. As with… more»

Classic Edition XJ: 2000 Jeep Cherokee

When you build a vehicle for a long time, there’s usually a point at which the model lineup has to be injected with some new life. It could be a brand new trim line or a set of mechanical… more»