Survivor Cars

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

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BF Auction: 1970 Pontiac LeMans Sport Convertible

The owner of this 1970 Pontiac LeMans Sport Convertible has been its custodian since 1978. It was his daily driver for many years, receiving a restoration around 1984. It hasn’t seen action recently, and changing circumstances have led him… more»

Diesel Import: 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser BJ42

It would be easy and understandable if our Barn Finds readers looked at this 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser and thought it was just another FJ40. However, it is the FJ40’s cousin, the BJ42. It spent years serving as a… more»

No Reserve: 1981 Ford F350 Ranger 4×4

Have you ever looked at a classic 4×4 and felt it is way too nice to be subjected to the rigors and hazards of off-roading? That could be the case with this 1981 Ford F350 Ranger 4×4. Its exterior… more»

Hardtop Survivor: 1971 Cadillac Sedan DeVille

Long, low, luxurious, and appearing to be in great condition, this 1971 Cadillac Sedan DeVille is said to have been in regular storage since 2007 and only driven a couple of times a year since then to keep things… more»

Nicest Original One Left? 1968 Ford Ranchero GT

“Time capsule”, “nicest one left”, “show quality”, “none nicer”, the descriptions go on and on regarding this mind-blowing original, rust-free, gorgeous 1968 Ford Ranchero GT. This car looks like it’s had a nut-and-bolt restoration, it’s hard to believe it’s… more»

Rare T-Type Package: 1989 Buick LeSabre

In addition to wide-scale manual transmission availability, one of the other things I miss most about modern cars is that manufacturers don’t consider a 2-door model of their mainstay offerings important anymore, and that’s a shame.  The Buick LeSabre… more»

Unintended Deceleration: 1933 Ford Woodie Wagon

As automobile-obsessed Americans, we deal with fender benders regularly, mostly involving late-model vehicles.  However, sometimes disaster strikes the collectible and classic cars that we love.  What happens to those vehicles when the damage is not easy to repair at… more»

Fuel Injected 460: 1996 Ford F250 XLT SuperCab

We see plenty of Pickups at Barn Finds. Like any other classic category, some are distinctly better than others. This 1996 Ford F250 XLT SuperCab sits close to the top of the heap. It presents beautifully and is loaded… more»

1967 Pontiac 2+2 Convertible 428 V8

An incredibly rare and desirable model that was based on the Pontiac Catalina beginning in 1965 (some sources say 1964), this 1967 Pontiac 2+2 Convertible doesn’t have the name Catalina on it anywhere – although it was a trim… more»

LT1 Survivor? 1972 Chevrolet Corvette 350 V8

The Chevy Corvette had its best sales performance in three years in 1972, yet it was little changed. Labor issues had affected production output in the prior two years, so perhaps some catching up had been done. Out of… more»

390-Equipped: 1966 Mercury Comet Cyclone GT

This 1966 Comet Cyclone GT shouldn’t exist as a Mercury. Ford developed the Comet alongside its Falcon as a compact offering in the fledgling Edsel range. However, when the fledgling flew in precisely the same way that a brick… more»

427/4-Speed: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette

Throughout decades of involvement in the classic scene and motorsports, I don’t remember ever hearing an owner say, “I wish my car had less power.” Everyone once extra under their right foot, which is invariably a case of the… more»

Alternative Energy: Coal Gas Powered 1931 Ford Model A

On June 22, 1940, the unthinkable happened to the people of France.  It was on that date that the French government under Marshal Henri Petain signed an armistice with Adolph Hitler and Nazi Germany.  Before long over half of… more»

Museum Quality: 1973 Buick Riviera

Cosmetic imperfections are almost inevitable when a classic has over five decades under its belt. It seems this 1973 Buick Riviera didn’t receive the memo because it is superb. The seller describes it as “museum quality,” and that assessment… more»

BF Auction: 1966 Ford Fairlane 500 Wagon

There are many factors to consider when choosing a classic to park in your garage. Practicality is at the top of the list for many people, and with the demise of domestic Station Wagon production in recent years, vehicles… more»

Dry Climate Survivor: 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer

Older SUVs have often received the attention of owners who fit larger wheels and tires to improve their off-road ability. Interiors typically feature upgraded radios and other items to provide a more comfortable motoring experience. This 1972 Chevrolet K5… more»

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