Unrestored, but un-destroyed by accident, outside storage, or life in a rusty part of the country. That’s the short version of the story on this 1965 Triumph TR4. The car resides in California, the Los Angeles area to be… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Not A Jeep: 1970 Roof Palomino Lawn Mower
This machine is a head-scratcher as there weren’t many produced in any of the models that Roof Manufacturing Company out of Pontiac, Illinois made sometime between the 1967 to 1970ish period. Some sources say fewer than 300 of this… more»
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One Of 2453: 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado XS
There’s no doubt that at 227 inches in length, the 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is an imposing presence on the road. The XS model adds to that presence with its “bent glass” rear window and power sunroof; only 2,453 were… more»
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23k Original Miles: 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
It is often said that a change is as good as a holiday, and that might be the case with this 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS. It is an unmolested survivor with an extraordinarily low odometer reading. Its presentation… more»
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43k Original Miles: 1979 Chrysler Cordoba
Update 08/31/2024: It isn’t unusual for a seller to take a second swing at selling their beloved classic when they don’t taste success the first time, and such is the case with this 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. We last saw… more»
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56k Original Miles: 1969 Mercury Marauder Z-100
Mercury revived the Marauder name in 1969 after a three-year market absence as its contender in the Personal Luxury Car segment. It was big and powerful, and the styling gave the latest offering a sense of presence. Our feature… more»
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Full-Size Survivor: 1964 Chrysler Newport
The Newport was Chrysler’s entry-level product between 1961 and 1981. But there was nothing basic about the car, as it was equipped on par with the Mercurys and Oldsmobiles of the day and had a big-block V8 engine as… more»
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California/Texas Car: 1974 Mercury Comet 302 V8
1974 was the first year for the huge “safety” bumpers, thanks to U.S. regulations, and the front bumper on this 1974 Mercury Comet is really noticeable. Thanks, Captain Obvious. It is what it is, just like the weather, and… more»
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Swedish Survivor: 2001 Saab 9-3 SE Convertible
Summer is coming to an end for a lot of the U.S. and along with it, convertible season, at least for those who don’t mind driving with the top down when it’s cold. Still, fall and winter are when… more»
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Solid Survivor: 1970 Jeepster Commando V6 4×4
Bare paint isn’t everyone’s cup of tea (as nobody says anymore), but it shows the originality of this 1970 Jeepster Commando to me and I really like original vehicles. The wheels aren’t original, of course. I just thought I’d… more»
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R1 Survivor? 1963 Studebaker Avanti
When the Avanti debuted in the Fall of 1962, it was supposed to be the “halo car” that would put Studebaker back on the map. But production delays and a lack of overall sales led to its demise in… more»
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Pinto Project: 1977 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon
A 1977 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon for $2,500?! Yes, please, all day long. Sadly, this example needs a lot of work even though it looks great in a few of the many photos that the seller has provided. Kudos… more»
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Fancy Yourself A Marquis? 1972 Mercury Marquis Brougham
Square. If you could sum up the 1982 Mercury Marquis Brougham in one word, that would be it. The lines are square, and the person who drives such a car could also be described in the language of an… more»
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1979 Pontiac Trans Am With 7,400 Original Miles
We are lucky enough to see some extraordinary classics crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1979 Pontiac Trans Am could be up there with the best of them. It presents superbly and appears to be unmolested. However,… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1994 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
It is common for owners to modify or update off-roaders and 4x4s with larger wheels and tires to improve the ability to venture into the wilderness. However, this 1994 Jeep Wrangler Sahara has avoided that fate. It is an… more»
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43K-Mile 1969 Dodge D200 Adventurer
Whenever I see a nice-looking vehicle like this 1969 Dodge D200 Adventurer pickup that looks almost perfect but has faded and dull paint, I can’t help thinking of how much fun it would be to shine up this Medium… more»
