Survivor Cars

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

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Owned 41 Years: 1978 Dodge Magnum XE 360 V8

It would have been a different show if Tom Selleck’s character, Thomas Magnum, had driven a brown (Sable Tan Sunfire Metallic) Dodge Magnum on Magnum P.I. rather than a red Ferrari 308. Ok, so maybe it wouldn’t have been… more»

Grandma’s 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

The rear-wheel drive Olds Cutlass Supreme was winding down in 1988 when the all-new front-wheel drive Cutlass Supreme was introduced. Built on the same new W-Body platform as the Chevy Lumina and Buick Regal, it was a roomy successor… more»

Bunny Not Included: 1961 Austin-Healey Sprite

What do you see that is out of place in the picture above?  You would be correct if you answered that there is a ton of rodent residue in the engine bay of a 1961 Austin-Healey Sprite.  However, look… more»

Two Motors, One Frame: 1952 BMW R67/2 Motorcycle

BMW Motorcycles has garnered a lot of press over the past few years with the introduction of the R18.  This new motorcycle is a step back in time for the company, with styling that is a modern update of… more»

Jump Seats! 1978 Subaru BRAT 4×4

You little brat! It’s refreshing to see a small car, truck, carck, whatever you’d call a Subaru BRAT, these days. There are so many monster pickups out there, even though they’re the new “normal”-sized pickup. At one time, we… more»

Rare Racer: 1967 Norton P11 Desert Sled

Norton-Villiers had a reputation for producing some of history’s greatest motorcycles. It struck a winning formula in 1967 when it released its P11 model. Known as the “Desert Sled,” it proved an effective weapon in desert racing, only raising… more»

Explorer Package: 46K Mile 1978 Ford F-150 Ranger

I believe this time capsule 1978 Ford F-150 Ranger with Explorer package is Candyapple red and it has to be one of the nicest ones left. It only has traveled 45,980 miles over the last 46 years and the… more»

45K Mile 4-Speed: 1978 Ford Granada

An American-made two-door car from the 1970s with just over 45,000 miles that has never been driven in the snow or on salty roads? Oh yeah, and it has a four-speed manual transmission? What’s not to like? A few… more»

Cheap Project: 1968 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Volkswagen built its success and considerable wealth from the extraordinary sales of its humble Beetle. However, management viewed a halo model as a desirable addition to its range as early as 1950. Three companies eventually collaborated to deliver the… more»

Tidy Driver: 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS

This 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS creates an optical illusion because, at first glance, it appears to be a typical example finished in Black. However, closer inspection reveals it wears Gunmetal Gray, adding a classy air to a muscle… more»

1978 Buick Skylark With 2,800 Original Miles!

Some classics defy belief, especially when the vehicle features an extraordinarily low odometer reading. Such is the case with this 1978 Buick Skylark. It presents superbly, with no visible faults or issues. However, this is unsurprising, with the seller… more»

One of 8,341: 1950 Mercury Convertible

As summer gently wraps its tendrils around us, the desire for a convertible grows stronger in each of us.  While a drop top is impractical for nearly every application, the ability to put the top down and see the… more»

Solid Project: 1993 Ford Crown Victoria P71 Police Interceptor

Practicality is often a key consideration when an enthusiast assesses a classic to park in their workshop. It takes two forms. The first is whether the car will suit their needs if they have a growing family. The second… more»

Single-Year Color: 1978 Datsun 280Z

Datsun’s First Generation Z-Car range graced American showrooms from 1970 until 1978, with the company offering buyers a choice of twenty-nine paint colors during the production run. However, the Black Pearl cloaking our feature car’s exterior was a one-year-only… more»

Rust-Free Driver: 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7

Some enthusiasts aren’t able to tackle a project build, and locating a rock-solid, turnkey classic becomes a priority. That’s where cars like this 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7 step up to the plate. It presents exceptionally well for a driver-grade… more»

No Reserve 1979 Ford F-250 Ranger XLT

Survivor-grade Pickups invariably attract plenty of attention when they hit the market, and this 1979 Ford F-250 Ranger XLT is no exception. Part of the attraction could be the impressive condition, while the drivetrain promises excellent performance and exceptional… more»

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