Survivor Cars

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

Man Cave Find: 1981 Pontiac Turbo Trans Am

Nightwatch Blue is one of my favorite colors available on the 1981 Pontiac Trans Am. The Code 29 color was also known as Dark Blue Metallic, which is not as cool a name but may be more descriptive. This… more»

Perfect Surf Truck: 1990 Dodge Dakota Convertible

There may not be a better location to own a convertible than Redondo Beach, California, in general, but when it’s a 1990 Dodge Dakota Convertible it’s even better. Just think of all the surfing and beach gear you can… more»

BF Auction: 1979 Jeep CJ-5

Purchasing a classic where the hard work is done is tempting, especially if the vehicle is a turnkey proposition that a new owner can enjoy immediately. Such is the case with this 1979 Jeep CJ-5. The current owner has… more»

Low Mileage Original? 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1

To regenerate interest in its mid-1960s firestorm, the Mustang, Ford introduced the Mach 1 version in 1969. Only available as a fastback (or in Ford-speak, SportsRoof), the Mach 1 made up nearly a quarter of Mustang production in 1969…. more»

1 of 2 in the US! 1976 Opel Kadett C

If the fourth generation of the Opel Kadett looks like the Chevy Chevette (also the Chevy Vega), that’s because it was part of General Motors’ first “world car” using the T-platform and built by GM across the globe. The… more»

Stored Two Decades: 1971 Citroen DS21 Safari

The seller says this 1971 Citroen DS21 Safari, known as a plain ol’ wagon in the U.S., has been in storage for most of the 23 years that they have owned it. That being said, it’s a running and… more»

1 Of 1480: 1989 Dodge Shelby Dakota

Only 1480 of a planned 1,500 Dodge Shelby Dakotas were produced for the 1989 model year–the only year of production of this sporty pickup. Of those 1480, only 480 were bright white. So you’re looking at a pretty rare… more»

Rear-Drive Pioneer: 1988 Jeep Comanche

Jeep offered two bed lengths for their line of Comanche pickups and this 1988 Jeep Comanche Pioneer has the shorter of the two, at six feet. There was also a seven-foot bed available. They also offered either 4×4 or… more»

Mother Was First Owner: 1969 Ford LTD 428 V8

Britanny Blue is such a nice, crisp color for this 1969 Ford LTD four-door sedan and it was the favorite color for the seller’s dad, a former Southeast Region Ford Vice President, who liked all of his cars to… more»

Last Of The Third Gens: 1992 Pontiac Trans Am

Third-generation Camaros and Firebirds are finally gaining their collector due after a couple long decades of mullet jokes and owner abuse. When the last of the third gens were introduced for 1992, however, they were getting a little long… more»

Rust-Free Western Car: 1989 Ford Probe GT

What a world it was back in 1989. Today, Ford makes one solitary traditional car, the Mustang. Back then, it introduced a second sporty car to compete with the likes of the Toyota Celica and Honda Prelude. Between the… more»

Survivor? 1919 Dodge Model 30 Touring Sedan

Dodge Brothers Company was founded in 1900 by Horace and John Dodge. It was originally a parts supplier to other car makers, but in 1914, it made the Model 30-35. With more horsepower and a simpler, stouter transmission than… more»

1-of-24: 1992 Lancia Hyena Zagato

The practice of producing limited edition vehicles is nothing new and is almost as old as the automotive industry itself. However, finding a private individual who is willing to stake the money to make their dream a reality is… more»

Santa Baby: 1986 Honda Z50RD Christmas Special

Also called the Chrome Edition, which sounds like a 1960s pop group, the 1986 Honda Z50RD is better known by the name Christmas Special. It never officially had that name from the factory, but they were delivered to dealers… more»

26k Genuine Miles: Stunning 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

Many enthusiasts spend their lives on the seemingly unending quest to locate the perfect classic, and some eventually strike gold courtesy of dogged persistence. If a 1960s muscle car has been your focus, this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396… more»

4×4 Survivor: 1987 Dodge Ramcharger AW-100

Looking like an official vehicle for a state park or similar agency, this 1987 Dodge Ramcharger AW-100 appears solid and clean, other than a few small dings or wrinkles on the sides. I wish I only had a few… more»

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