Survivor Cars

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

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Rare Half-Door: 1974 Dodge Ramcharger

Dodge released its Ramcharger in 1974, and early examples featured an unusual door design that saw the upper door frames attached to the optional hardtop. Our feature Ramcharger is one of those vehicles and has received a long list… more»

BF Auction: 1966 AMC Marlin

UPDATE – The seller has lowered their reserve and added more photos and videos. Now, here is something we don’t see that often these days. AMC built many interesting cars, including some muscle cars that were true underdogs. The… more»

Original Paint: 52k Mile 1968 Chevrolet Caprice

We are lucky enough to see some stunning survivors crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1968 Chevrolet Caprice 4-Door Hardtop sits up there with the best of them. Faulting its presentation is almost impossible, from its sparkling… more»

No Reserve: 1985 Ford F250 XL 4×4

Classic Pickups almost invariably command attention when they hit the market, particularly if they are clean survivors that a seller lists with No Reserve. Those words perfectly describe this 1985 Ford F250 XL 4×4. It is ready for towing… more»

70k Original Miles: 1967 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

Some classic cars can be deceptive, representing an iron fist wrapped in a silk glove. Such is the case with this 1967 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Luxury Sedan. It is a gentle giant at first glance, but its V8 provides surprising… more»

Only 634 Miles! 1991 Saturn SC Coupe

Who remembers Saturn, the upstart division of General Motors whose mission was to be a “different kind of car company”? When it was launched in the mid-1980s, that was true as Saturn’s approach to manufacturing, marketing, pricing, and its… more»

L82/4-Speed: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Silver Anniversary Edition

There is no denying that by the time 1978 dawned, the C3 Corvette was no longer the fire-breathing monster it had been a decade earlier. However, ordering one with the optional L82 version of the 350ci V8 under the… more»

Original 428 Cobra Jet: 1970 Mercury Cougar Eliminator

It is no secret that as the 1970s dawned, the American muscle car market had shrunk significantly. Manufacturers focused on meeting upcoming legislative changes, while insurance companies twitched uncontrollably every time a customer application for one of these potent… more»

Grandpa’s Survivor? 1957 Ford Thunderbird

People often lump the first generation of the Ford Thunderbird and the 1953-55 Chevy Corvette into the same category, i.e., they’re sports cars. But that’s not really correct. While the T-Bird was a 2-seater like the ‘Vette, it was… more»

Low Mile Survivor: 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass 455

Buyers ordering a new 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham could tick the box that saw the car delivered with a six under the hood. However, this car’s first owner threw caution to the wind, deciding there was nothing better… more»

Original 318: 1971 Dodge Dart Swinger With No Reserve

There is something undeniably attractive about purchasing a classic with a known history. This is accentuated when the vehicle in question features a V8 under the hood, is unmolested, and is listed with No Reserve: This 1971 Dodge Dart… more»

No Reserve: 1968 Mercury Monterey Fastback

Many cars from the 1960s suffer from rust issues in one form or another, necessitating repairs that can be time-consuming and costly. However, the first owner of this 1968 Mercury Monterey Fastback wisely handed it to the good folks… more»

Two-Owner Land Cruiser: 1964 Chrysler New Yorker

The New Yorker was Chrysler Corp’s premium automobile from 1940 to 1996 (except for the Imperial which was a separate make during part of this time). The car was redesigned in 1963 and lost its tailfins and other styling… more»

1993 Chevrolet Corvette 40th Anniversary Convertible With 943 Original Miles!

Chevrolet threw a party in 1993, and the Corvette was the guest of honor. Forty years had passed since the first cars rolled off the line, so the company placed the ‘Vette in a party dress by offering a… more»

Unrestored Survivor: 1974 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible

Some people refer to large American production cars from the 1970s as land yachts. They suggest that these gentle giants don’t offer an engaging motoring experience and that they represent a triumph of style over substance. However, that is… more»

Cheap C3: 1979 Chevrolet Corvette L82

Regarding the C3 era of the Chevrolet Corvette, many of the later examples typically don’t receive as much fanfare as the sixties and early 70s examples.  However, that’s not to say those from near the end of the run… more»

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