I’m not sure if this 1964 Corvette is a survivor or not; although the ad here on eBay states that the seller believes the car is still showing its original paint, we’re not told much else. I can tell that… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Jan 18, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
One Owner: 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 Sunliner
The heyday of the American convertible was likely during the 1960s. Every automaker seemed to have one for every size of car they built. At Ford, they would be known as the Sunliner from 1952 to 1964, including this… more»
Jan 17, 2023 • For Sale • 34 Comments
14k Mile Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Nova
Chevrolet designed its popular compact (Chevy II/Nova) in 1968 and the result was impressive. Sales went up more than 70% over what was a dismal year for the Chevy II in 1967. The company was beginning to downplay the… more»
Jan 17, 2023 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Stunning Survivor: 1969 Buick Riviera GS
There are survivors and there are survivors, and this 1969 Buick Riviera GS, or Gran Sport, is one stunning car. With 98,721 miles, it isn’t a low-mile trailer queen but it looks almost like new in most of the… more»
Jan 17, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
65k Original Miles: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
Chevrolet produced 23,562 Corvettes in 1965, with 8,186 being the Coupe version. This is one of those cars, and it has a story to tell. The seller located it as part of the deceased estate of its original owner,… more»
Jan 17, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
1-of-3: 1953 Ferrari 250 Europa Vignale
It is said that a fool and their money are soon parted. If you believe those within his inner circle, that saying best describes the attitude Enzo Ferrari had towards people purchasing his road cars. “il Commendatore” had no… more»
Jan 17, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Movie Star Car: 1926 Ford Model T Tudor
Here on craigslist is a 1926 Ford Model T Tudor (two-door, as opposed to Fordor, or four-door) that has apparently fraternized with George Clooney in the movie “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” Other than this tidbit and the seller’s… more»
Jan 17, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
SLP and WS6 Package Deal: 1995/1996 Pontiac Trans Am Comp T/A
The Pontiac Trans Am has been a bit of a sleeper in the modern collector car marketplace. The Chevrolet Camaro certainly gets a lot of shine and Trans Ams of a certain era – let’s say up to the… more»
Jan 16, 2023 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Beater or Collectible? 1977 Camaro LT1
Oh, the idyllic suburban house with a 1977 Camaro Type LT sitting outside. Who wouldn’t be drawn in? Larry D found us this car, listed here on ebay for a current bid of about $6300 with the reserve not… more»
Jan 16, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
All Original: 1956 Buick Special Riviera Hardtop
Cars from the mid to late 1950s were generally renowned for two things; flamboyant styling and rusting at an alarming rate. This 1956 Buick Special Riviera Hardtop is quite refreshing. Its lines are restrained by the standards of the… more»
Jan 16, 2023 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Hirohata Merc Connection? 1956 DKW RT 200/3
A lot of you may know the name Jim McNiel as the gentleman who bought the famous ’51 Hirohata Merc from a used car lot in 1959 for (are you sitting down?) $500, borrowed from his girlfriend’s father. He… more»
Jan 16, 2023 • For Sale • 38 Comments
Classic Original: 1976 AMC Pacer
Yes, I’m the guy who wrote up a recent report on a 1970s Mercury Zephyr and tried to convince you that an orange four-door is worth collecting. Now here I am again with a 1976 AMC Pacer in mind… more»
Jan 16, 2023 • For Sale • 38 Comments
Restore or Preserve? 1958 Chrysler Saratoga
Classic cars that offer a range of possibilities usually attract interest, but that hasn’t been the case with this 1958 Chrysler Saratoga. Despite the fact it is a rock-solid driver that could be enjoyed immediately and has been listed… more»
Jan 16, 2023 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Time Warp Wagon: 1976 Ford Custom 500
This beautiful 1976 Ford Custom 500 wagon is a nicely preserved specimen with under 70,000 original miles and excellent cosmetics. The Custom 500 wagon was previously known as the “Ranch Wagon” but the name changed towards the end of… more»
Jan 15, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Mint Condition: 1968 Plymouth Fury III Hardtop
Describing the condition of any classic car as “mint” leaves a seller open to criticism. It doesn’t matter how well that vehicle presents, close inspection will almost invariably reveal flaws preventing the car from achieving perfection. However, that is… more»
Jan 15, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Rare Survivor: 1962 Triumph TR3B
When Standard-Triumph finally moved to replace the TR3, which had been in production since 1955, the new TR4 struck some as less of a sports car than its predecessor. Its Italian design, wind-up windows, “normal” doors, and slightly improved… more»
