Survivor Cars

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

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Arizona Survivor: 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V

This beautiful cream-colored 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V seems more suited for Florida or the Southwest United States than where it’s located in western Wisconsin, but it’s a transplant. The seller says it’s an Arizona car with just 76,000… more»

Maserati Motor: 1973 Citroën SM

I’ve watched Citroën SMs sell at auction for a few years now, where generally only the best are offered – most particularly with manual gearboxes. Auctioneers have no problem attaining prices in the $40k to $60k range. But when… more»

Unearthed on July 4th: 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix

It is impossible to understate the importance of July 4th to the American people. It is a chance to celebrate the country’s great achievements and the values that unite the population under the Stars and Stripes. Therefore, there could… more»

Nicely Preserved: 1982 Citroen 2CV Beachcomber

This 1982 Citroën 2CV Spécial Beachcomberis a tidy survivor that has no apparent needs. The paint and stripe combination is striking, with the matching interior trim adding to its appeal. The legendary longevity of the 2CV means it should… more»

Pristine 1982 Mercedes-Benz Turbo-Diesel Coupe

This 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300CD Turbo Diesel on eBay in Clermont, Florida, has 89,000 original miles and is, says the seller, a 100 percent rust-free example that’s been in a single family’s ownership since 1982. It’s hard to imagine finding a… more»

Rust-Free Survivor: 1954 Dodge Truck

Several years ago, I read a great book by John Jerome: It was simply titled Truck. Written in the 1970s, it followed the author’s struggles with rebuilding a not-that-old-at-the-time 1950 Dodge that he was going to use for, well, truck… more»

Original Tires Included! 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo with 33k Original Miles

When an owner chooses to part with a classic with over five decades under its belt and includes the original tires in the deal, you can be fairly sure you are looking at something pretty special. Such is the… more»

Show Winner: 1972 Plymouth Duster 340

When a seller lists a car for sale claiming that it is a show winner, the best thing they can do is to supply a wide range of photos that “sell” the car’s virtues to potential buyers. Unfortunately, that… more»

White For A Change: 1980 Pontiac Trans Am

Would you call the seats on this 1980 Pontiac Trans Am “cushy,” or “cozy,” or something else? Not that it matters—you’re going to want to sit there anyway. This white and blue TA is also a car you’re going… more»

Nicest One Left? 1989 Subaru XT6 AWD

With just under 100,000 made in a single generation, the Subaru XT was known as the Vortex in New Zealand (home of our own Adam Clarke) and Australia, and the Alcyon in Japan. It was reportedly the slipperiest car… more»

Make An Offer: 1994 Ford F-350 Crew Cab Dually

UPDATE – The seller needs this truck gone, so they taking offers! Please take a look and make them an offer. Finding a vehicle that can haul a substantial load but still has enough interior space to accommodate six… more»

BF Auction: 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Convertible

UPDATE – The seller has added photos of the back seat. You can find them in the gallery below. “Show car” and “1st place trophy-winner” is how the seller describes this 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Custom Convertible. I would throw… more»

Rust-Free Survivor: 1996 Land Rover Defender 300Tdi

The Land Rover enjoys a well-earned reputation for ruggedness and the ability to tackle almost any obstacle short of the north face of Mount Everest. This 1996 Defender 300Tdi is a private import that hails from a dry climate…. more»

One Owner Survivor: 1987 Dodge Daytona Pacifica Turbo

Cars from the 1980s still represent an affordable entry point into the classic ownership experience, a point that is perfectly demonstrated by this 1987 Dodge Daytona Pacifica Turbo. It presents well as a one-owner survivor, while its interior is… more»

23k Original Miles: 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V

Low-mile survivors are not a new phenomenon at Barn Finds, and some show greater promise than others. Barn Finder Ed spotted this 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V as a perfect example of that trend. It presents exceptionally well for… more»

Dealer Accessorized: 1979 Jeep CJ-5 Renegade

New car dealerships make a profit on sales, but will always look at means to maximize their income. One great source of cash is the accessories market. These can be genuine components, or a dealer may have a source… more»

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