Survivor Cars

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

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One Owner: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Choosing to part with a beloved classic is never easy. However, when the vehicle has clocked forty-five years of active service and you have been its custodian since Day One, the stakes are raised to a far higher level…. more»

1964 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova 400 Wagon 283 V8

Those who know me know that I like to try to nail down a vehicle’s factory color, something that most likely doesn’t matter to most people. I don’t sit around all day wearing an ascot and velvet smoking jacket… more»

Cheap 1974 Buick Century Regal Colonnade

Buick made the Colonnade Century line for only a handful of model years, 1973 through 1977. They’re such an “iconic” design that it’s hard to believe they’ve been out of production for almost five decades now. The seller of… more»

Survivor Edition: 1988 Pontiac Bonneville

OK, this 1988 Pontiac Bonneville SE (or Bo-Nev-O-Lee as it was often pronounced in the D.C. area back in the ’80s) is a rather un-barn findy kind of car – in other words maybe not you would expect to… more»

Incredible Estate Find: 1978 Toyota Long Bed

Located in impossibly beautiful St. George, Utah, this 1978 Toyota Long Bed Deluxe Truck (the Hilux name had gone away a couple of years earlier for North America) is one incredible pickup. It’s originally a California truck and the… more»

31K-Mile Barn Find: 1954 Ford F-250

This 1954 Ford F-250 is said to have been with the same family since they bought it new. They say that was 69 years ago so I’m assuming the current owner has purchased it within the last year, since… more»

Triple-Black Survivor: 1966 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham

I am typically not a huge fan of cars wearing Black paint, but when an owner selects Triple-Black with sparkling chrome, classics of that type are often irresistible. This 1966 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham is a perfect example of that… more»

Luxurious JDM Import: 1997 Toyota Celsior

Toyota launched Lexus as its luxury marque in 1989, following a path pursued by manufacturers like Ford and General Motors. Interestingly, the company didn’t start using the Lexus badge on its domestic models until 2006. Therefore, this 1997 Celsior… more»

Parked For Years: 1940 Ford Tudor

Our greatest asset at Barn Finds is undoubtedly our readers. Without you, we simply don’t exist. You read our work, praise our success, and correct us when we make glaring mistakes. We always appreciate your input and enjoy featuring… more»

One Family Owned: 1956 Cadillac Eldorado Seville With 46k Original Miles

When assessing the relative merits of a classic they are considering parking in their garage, many enthusiasts place great emphasis on a known ownership history. Being able to trace a car’s story is often reassuring, making this 1956 Cadillac… more»

Reliable Driver: 1973 Dodge Dart Swinger

The seller of this 1973 Dodge Dart Swinger – in the proper 1970s shade of Dark Green Metallic with a black vinyl roof, setting off the blackwall tires and full wheelcovers – says that it “starts, runs, and drives… more»

1959 Rambler American Super 2-Door Club Sedan

The seller of this 1959 Rambler American Super two-door Club Sedan doesn’t seem to know too much about it, spec-wise, as they don’t list an engine or show photos of a VIN or serial numbers or anything like that…. more»

Custom-built factory parcel delivery van: 1959 Ford P-Series!

One of the most significant aspects of the classic car world is its wide range of vehicles and the history behind them. Most everyone knows about Mustangs and Corvettes, but it is exciting to come across a new-to-you vintage… more»

“A True Barn Find”: 1969 Ford Bronco Pickup

The first-generation Bronco has reached a certain point of ubiquity: It’s become a popular subject for retro-styled T-shirts at the local department stores, and no wonder. With handsome and rugged looks, usable size, and common parts, it’s a no-brainer… more»

Boosted Performance: 1980 Pontiac Turbo Trans Am

1979 saw a few exterior changes for the Pontiac Firebird, including a sleeker front end with the grilles moved down to help keep things cooler under the hood.  However, it wasn’t until the following year that some major engine… more»

40k Original Miles: 1954 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Hardtop

Hiding in this garage is a classic that is said to be well-known within the Oldsmobile community. This 1954 Super 88 Holiday Hardtop is an amazing survivor. It has a known ownership history and an incredible 40,000 genuine miles… more»

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