Survivor Cars

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

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Solid Survivor: 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 LTD Hardtop Coupe

Model year 1965 was a milestone year for The Big Three, especially the Ford Motor Company. It was the first time Ford had joined rival Chevrolet in the “Two-Million-Units-Sold Club” (thanks to the Mustang), and like their two other… more»

45k Miles: Like New 1973 Dodge Dart Swinger

The compact Dodge Dart was popular in the 1960s, but mostly with older folks before 1969. That’s when they introduced the Dart Swinger, a 2-door hardtop that added some physical pizzaz for younger buyers. Especially when equipped with a… more»

2X2 Motorcycle: 1969 Rokon Trail-Breaker Mark III

It might be hard to believe that a company that made what many consider the most-rugged off-road motorcycle of all time, was once owned by a cosmetics company. Merle Norman Cosmetics owner, J.B. Nethercutt – yes, the same one… more»

34k Documented Miles: 1971 Dodge Charger

Mileage claims can be a slippery slope in the classic world, and many buyers have fallen victim to cars that aren’t all they appear to be. However, that isn’t the case with this 1971 Dodge Charger. The seller doesn’t… more»

Needing a Makeover: 1956 Chevrolet Corvette

Corvettes are some of the most customized and individualized vehicles on the planet.  These personal expressions can range from mild to wild, with some going even further than that.  While on the surface, this 1956 Chevrolet Corvette doesn’t look… more»

Museum Piece: 1966 Fiat 600D Multipla

The Minivan was the rising star of the 1980s new car market, and it seemed that as the decade progressed, every manufacturer wanted a slice of the action. However, Fiat comfortably beat them to the punch with its 1956… more»

Ultra-Rare Color: 1994 Chevrolet Corvette

Rarity claims are nothing new in the classic world and sometimes don’t stand scrutiny. However, those made by this 1994 Chevrolet Corvette’s seller are verifiable, allowing this survivor to stand out in any crowd. Its claim to fame is… more»

Lost Storage: Spotless 1988 Chevrolet Camaro 5.0-Liter

There are an almost infinite number of reasons why a seller might decide to part with a beloved classic, although the ones beyond their control are typically the most disappointing. Such is the case with this 1988 Chevrolet Camaro…. more»

Running And Cheap: 1975 Porsche 914

Locating a solid Porsche 914 reasonably priced is about as easy to find as an honest politician.  While the basic design of these revolutionary cars was fantastic for its time, some spots on these cars are prone to rusting… more»

Nicest One Left? 1974 Ford Courier

Coming in a couple of feet shorter than an F-series pickup in the Ford lineup for 1974, this 1974 Ford Courier is one amazing time capsule. It was Ford’s first compact pickup back when Japanese imports were starting to… more»

Nicely Optioned: 1987 Chevrolet S-10 4×4 5-Speed

Looking like it’s right out of a brochure, this 1987 Chevrolet S-10 4×4 pickup has some nice features. The most desirable feature may be its 4WD. Winter or summer, if you’re going off-road or just trying to stay on… more»

Old School Luxury: 1987 Chrysler Fifth Avenue

The Chrysler Fifth Avenue was a more luxurious version of the Dodge Diplomat and Plymouth Gran Fury in the 1980s. It rode on the aging M-body platform that relied on rear-wheel drive for part of its engineering. Across nine… more»

Original Survivor: 1970 Ford Torino GT

UPDATE: 06/15/2024: We have had a few recent cases where sellers haven’t tasted success on their first attempt to find a new home for their beloved classic. This 1970 Ford Torino GT is a perfect example because it failed… more»

440/4-Speed: 1968 Plymouth GTX

The muscle car war was in full swing by the late 1960s, and every manufacturer seemed to want a slice of the action. Plymouth took a two-pronged attack into battle with its Road Runner and GTX models. It designed… more»

Original 427: Restored 1969 Chevrolet Corvette

Some classics seem to tick every box enthusiasts might want as they seek something desirable to add to their garage. Such is the case with this 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. It is a recently restored vehicle featuring its original big-block… more»

68K Mile 4 Speed: 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle SS

Chevrolet hit a home run with the Chevelle. It sold not in the thousands but in the hundreds of thousands every year. Then came the Colonnade body style. It was bigger and heavier but, to many, it still looked… more»

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