Survivor Cars

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

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Rare Color: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396

Some classics are wallflowers, subtly blending into the background. That is something that this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396 definitely isn’t. The seller claims that the paint shade is rare, and it certainly guarantees that it will stand out… more»

Hatchback Survivor: 1973 Buick Apollo

The Chevrolet Nova was not only popular with buyers, but also with other General Motors divisions. When it came time for Pontiac, Buick, and Oldsmobile to all field a compact car in the 1970s, they all chose to clone… more»

Racing Pedigree: 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302

This 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302 hails from an era when manufacturers subscribed to the “win on Sunday, sell on Monday” marketing philosophy. It was a thinly disguised racer for the road, designed to tackle Chevrolet’s Camaro Z28 in… more»

NASCAR Looks: 1976 Chevrolet Laguna Type S-3

In the mid 1970’s the high-banked heroes of NASCAR was not the Corvette or the Camaro. It was the GM Colonnade body style. Specifically, the aerodynamic nose of the Chevrolet Laguna Type S-3 drew a lot of attention. Built… more»

Low Mile Survivor? 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

If you had to guess what was one of the best-selling cars of 1977, you’d probably mention an econobox or two. But the Chevrolet Monte Carlo would have to be up there, too, as they sold more than 411,000… more»

5-Speed Survivor: 1980 Subaru DL Hatchback

While not the most exciting car, or the most handsome, the fastest, the nicest, or… wait, where was I going with this again? Oh yeah, this 1980 Subaru DL Hatchback might not be a dusty muscle car, but it’s… more»

Cheap Stage 1? 1969 Buick GS 400

Whoa, ho, ho, what do we have here? A clean 1969 Buick GS 400, with Stage 1 upgrades for only $23,500? Sound too good to be true? Actually, yes, but I’m still intrigued enough to take a closer look…. more»

6,648 Miles! 1987 Oldsmobile 442

All 1980s GM G-Body “Muscle Cars” are popular these days, as the kids of 1987 who wanted a Monte Carlo SS, Pontiac 2+2, Oldsmobile 442, or Buick Grand National are often in the position to finally buy one. The… more»

46K-Mile 1997 Ford F-350 XLT Dually 460 V8

46,243 miles isn’t a lot for a rig that could have easily been driven that much every year over the last 29 years. The story goes that this 1997 Ford F-350 XLT dually was bought in order to go… more»

Mod Top Runner: 1969 Plymouth Barracuda

With all the fanfare the Ford Mustang received in April of 1964, few remember that the Plymouth Barracuda was there first. By 17 days. The Valiant-based “pony car” would always live in the shadows of the more popular Ford,… more»

3-Seater! 1966 AMC Ambassador 880

Throughout the 1960s, the Ambassador was American Motors’ top-of-the-line automobile. And to make it more distinctive than the Classic it was based upon, the 1965-66 Ambassadors gained wheelbase and unique styling, including stacked headlights. This 1966 edition is a… more»

Turnkey Survivor: 1971 Porsche 911 T

The Porsche 911 is one of those rare creatures in the automotive world. Like the Ford Mustang and the Chevrolet Corvette, the 911 badge has remained an integral part of the marque’s model lineup for over six decades. It… more»

75K-Mile 1969 Dodge D200 Camper Special 318 V8

Wiki defines a pickup truck as “a light or medium duty truck that has an enclosed cabin, and a back end made up of a cargo bed that is enclosed by three low walls with no roof (this cargo bed back end… more»

One Owner: 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible

Parting with a car that has been part of your life for almost six decades must be a difficult decision. However, once you’ve celebrated your ninety-third birthday, you know that day is fast approaching. It has arrived for the… more»

Possibly Perfect: 1969 Oldsmobile 442 W-30

It probably seems like a loaded question, but how much would you pay for a perfect example of an iconic 1960s American muscle car? There is no definitive answer, because it largely depends on the make and model of… more»

First Year 350: 1968 Buick LeSabre

Many enthusiasts prefer two-door classics, but from a practicality standpoint, ignoring four-door variants can be a mistake. If the original owner ordered those cars with the “right” drivetrain combination, they can offer comparable performance to their lesser-doored siblings. More… more»