Survivor Cars

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

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1970 Rokon Trail-Breaker Explorer MK-III 2×2

We’ve seen quite a few of these unique, usually yellow, 2WD, two-stroke, smoke-’em-if-you’ve-got-’em motorcycles here on Barn Finds over the years. That being said, we’ve also seen many, many, many Camaros, Corvettes, Mustangs, Challengers, etc., so hopefully, if those… more»

BF Auction: 1990 Chevrolet K1500 4×4 Short Bed

There is no doubt that American Pickups have evolved to a greater extent than almost any vehicle type since the 1950s. Previously viewed as utilitarian workhorses, classics like this 1990 Chevrolet K1500 4×4 Short Bed prove that you can… more»

Extremely Clean 1994 Ford Bronco!

This extremely clean 1994 Ford Bronco U100 is up for auction with only 77,000 original miles!  Located in Washington, you can’t go wrong with adding this horse to your stable of drivers.  Under the hood, the vaunted 5.8 liter… more»

Sized for Comfort! 1973 Lincoln Continental Sedan

Foundational bluesman Howlin’ Wolf chided listeners not to “call me fat,” because he was “Built for comfort… (not) for speed,” and Lincoln described its 1973 Continentals as “sized for comfort.” Keep the fat jokes to yourself regarding this 1973… more»

Low Mileage Exotic: 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS

The single topic of Ferrari’s engines – from the Inter to the Enzo – could generate at least a couple of volumes for your library shelf. This 328, the 308 before it, and the 246 before that, represent evolutionary… more»

49k Original Miles: 1986 Honda Civic CRX

When Honda management boldly announced in the late 1960s that it intended to become a major player in automobile production, it is fair to say that few people could contain their mirth. Sure, its road cars to that point… more»

Backyard Find: 1972 Dodge D200 400 V8 4-Speed

Having sat in a backyard for the last decade, the seller says this 1972 Dodge D200 pickup just needed a little attention to get it into running condition again – although on a gas can. They do show a… more»

BF Auction: 1984 Oldsmobile Toronado

UPDATE – We sent one of our professional photographers out to take more photos of this Toronado. The seller is now offering it as a Barn Finds Auction! As crisp and clean as it is elegant, this 1984 Oldsmobile… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1975 Dodge Dart Swinger

UPDATE – The seller has asked us to relist their Dart, but this time as a no reserve auction! They’ve also added additional photos of the car, so be sure to take another look. Locating a solid project candidate… more»

Cream Puff: 1989 Buick Reatta Coupe

We’ve met several cars in these pages conceived during corporate turmoil, but perhaps none as unfortunate as the star-crossed Buick Reatta. Its unlikely emergence was a managerial triumph as GM fought to maintain market share against foreign competition. The… more»

1987 Mercedes 560SL With Only 5,936 Miles!

Sometimes a classic will appear on our desks at Barn Finds that is so extraordinary it almost defies description. This 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL is one such vehicle. Its presentation is almost flawless, which is understandable since it has… more»

Two Owner Survivor: 1989 BMW 325iS

The BMW E30 range produced several great classics, including the original giant-killing M3. Another deserving a close look is the 325iS, which combined a peppy engine with excellent handling. The result was a rewarding driver’s car, and these vehicles… more»

Boutique Edition: 1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet

The Cabriolet was the convertible adaptation of the Volkswagen Golf subcompact. It was built between 1979 and 2002, with the first generation enjoying a 15-year run. The seller has a 1990 Boutique Edition, meaning it was the top trim… more»

No Reserve: 1989 GMC Suburban 4×4

No Reserve. When those two words form part of an owner’s sales pitch, they typically draw potential buyers like a moth to a flame. This is particularly true when the vehicle in question offers plenty of space and creature… more»

58k Mile Survivor: 1951 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe

After World War II. most of the cars sold were warmed-over pre-war editions. It wasn’t until 1949 that the floodgates opened with all-new products, including those from Chevrolet. Due to pent-up demand, Detroit was still keeping up with production… more»

Only 10K Miles! 1997 Jaguar XK8

  You won’t find a lot of 1997 anythings here on Barn Finds and definitely not Jaguars such as this XK8 coupe. But why not? Yeah, yeah, it’s not a barn find but it is getting old, twenty-seven years… more»

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