Survivor Cars

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

45K Original Miles: 1981 Dodge Mirada

The Dodge Mirada is an intriguing choice for an affordable classic that has more pedigree than you might think. The Mirada is a big body coupe with an emphasis on luxury and some level of a sporting personality, and… more»

58k-Mile Survivor: 1989 Pontiac Bonneville SSE

As I keep staring at this Pontiac Bonneville, I just can’t help but appreciate how groovy these cars look when the SSE package was incorporated.  The eighth generation Bonneville came out around the time GM was transitioning many of… more»

No Rust One-Owner 1976 Ford Mustang II Cobra II

Original, one-owner, California car, new tires, four-speed, and the list goes on and on. Ok, all that is regarding a 1976 Ford Mustang II Cobra II, not exactly everyone’s favorite car, or line of cars, but still, this one… more»

590 Miles! 1986 SUZUKI GSX-R1100

This 1986 Suzuki GSX-R1100 has an incredible engine that’s over 21 times bigger than most of my oddball motorcycle engines, that’s crazy. I need to kick it up a notch, apparently. The seller has three of these bikes listed on… more»

Stunning Survivor: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

When Chevrolet released the first Camaro Z28 in 1967, it was one of the automotive world’s best-kept secrets. That explains why only 602 buyers ordered a potent car that would become a desirable and valuable classic. The Z28 badge… more»

All Original 1960 Harley-Davidson Topper

Scooters were fairly popular in post-war America as relatively inexpensive and fun ways to get around, and they’re still a fun way to get into the vintage vehicle hobby without breaking the bank. The seller has this 1960 Harley-Davidson… more»

Amazing Survivor! 1930 Packard Deluxe Eight Dual Cowl Phaeton

“Summer Dresses – Mrs. Payne” adorns the removable travel trunk of this stately phaeton. That simple phrase punctuates the rarified air of Packard ownership during the brand’s high water years. The 1930 Packard Deluxe Eight Dual Cowl Phaeton in… more»

Nicest One Left? 1988 Dodge Ramcharger 4×4

Definitely falling under the “Nicest One Left” category, this 1988 Dodge Ramcharger 4×4 appears to be in outstanding original condition. The seller comes right out in the first sentence of their description and says that they bought it to… more»

Original 428 Cobra Jet: 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible

Rarity claims are a dime a dozen in the classic world, with some withstanding scrutiny better than others. Take this 1969 Mustang Convertible as a prime example. If you factor in its mechanical configuration, paint color, and interior trim,… more»

Seasonal Driver: 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible

In terms of looks alone, this era of the venerable Oldsmobile Cutlass is one of the best-looking ever made – in my humble opinion. Sure, you’ve got the classic Cutlass, and there’s no denying the style and brawn of… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1976 Ford Granada Ghia

In the U.S., Ford borrowed the Granada name from Ford of Europe for its new compact that launched in 1975. Eventually, it would replace the Maverick, but for a couple of years, they were both available to buyers with… more»

39K-Mile Rust-Free 1979 Chevrolet LUV 4×4

Known as the Isuzu Faster in other countries, and in Chevy LUV brochures as “The tough half-tonner”, they were pretty tough little trucks. Even though we’ve seen a few here on Barn Finds, they don’t pop up as often… more»

Whale Of A Wagon: 1976 Ford LTD Country Squire

1976 was the high point in station wagon sales for the U.S., at almost 980,000 in sales, about 10% of the market for that year. In case you were wondering, minivan sales reportedly only make up about 2% of… more»

Swank Survivor: 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham

The most luxurious automobile ever made by an American manufacturer emerged from General Motors’ 1953 Motorama event. The Motorama was a concept car show first held at the New York Waldorf Astoria Hotel in 1949. Later it roved all… more»

On The Carpet! 1962 MGA Mk II

When a person finds themselves “on the carpet,” that’s generally a sign that they are in trouble with someone higher up the food chain. However, the opposite appears to be the case with this 1962 MGA Mk II. The… more»

13K Miles! 1967 Chevrolet Malibu Wagon

232 miles a year, that’s about how many miles this car has traveled each of its 56 years on the planet. Most of us ride a bike or hike more miles than that every year. This beautiful, reportedly rust-free… more»

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