Survivor Cars

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

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Unusual Survivor: 1986 EMC Starfire

These unusual motorhomes come up for sale every once in a while, and we’ve seen one or two here on Barn Finds over the years. Senior writer Jeff Lavery showed us one just last March. As with vintage snowmobiles… more»

Kenny Roberts Edition: 1985 Yamaha RZ350

A halo motorcycle for any Yamaha fan or collector, and a sure show-stopper at any vintage Japanese bike show, this beautiful, partially restored 1985 Yamaha RZ350 can be found here on Facebook Marketplace in Cedar Falls, Iowa. The seller… more»

BF Auction: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition

This 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is an extremely tidy driver, featuring touches reserved for the company’s Collector Edition. The current owner performed a significant amount of recent work, ensuring that the winning bidder can slip behind the wheel of a… more»

1968 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Convertible

With Vietnam raging overseas and violence and assassinations raging here in the U.S., 1968 was a year of turmoil. Thankfully, there were some good things that happened that year, such as Madison Square Garden opening and Led Zeppelin making… more»

Original 427 Tri-Power: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

A triumph of style over substance. That is a criticism that could never be leveled at this 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. Yes, it is a stunning classic that would draw plenty of admiring looks. However, it would also generate… more»

83k Original Miles: 1970 Pontiac GTO Convertible

The market is awash with clones and tributes of desirable classics, making it hard to separate the wheat from the chaff. However, the seller emphasizes the authenticity of this 1970 Pontiac GTO Convertible. It is a largely unmolested survivor… more»

Two For One! 1982 Honda MB5 Pair

Only offered here in North America for one model year, these are interesting two-wheelers, and you’d be guaranteed to have the only one at almost any vintage motorcycle show. This pair of 1982 Honda MB5 motorcycles can be found… more»

39k-Mile Weekend Project: 1965 Ford Mustang

There were many automotive success stories in the 1960s, but the Ford Mustang must top the list. Unlike the Chevy Impala, which hit one million units in 1965 alone, the Mustang was a brand-new car. And it strongly appealed… more»

Sweet Stepside: 1980 Chevrolet C-10 Silverado

Said to have had only two owners over the last 46 years, this 1980 Chevrolet C-10 Silverado Stepside has a great look, with graphics, a hint of fading, and some surface rust poking out here and there. I have… more»

1-of-58: 1967 Dodge Hemi Charger

Some classics are mild-mannered and restrained. However, others sit at the opposite end of the spectrum. They are potent beasts that could put the driver on a first-name basis with local law enforcement officials if they aren’t gentle with… more»

Just Turned 60! 1966 Plymouth Barracuda

When I first saw this 1966 Plymouth Barracuda, my initial thought was, “Man, I wish I’d been that well-preserved when I turned sixty!” Sadly, time has been less kind to me than it has been to this Plymouth, because… more»

Vintage Pair: 1960 Chrysler and 1958 Aljo Camper

The appearance of this 1960 Chrysler sedan, paired with a vintage Aljo camper, gives us an opportunity to consider the waning days of Virgil Exner’s influence. While he didn’t leave the company until 1964, his emphasis on baroque fins… more»

51k Original Miles: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

Although the 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 is undeniably a muscle car, the right paint shade can give these cars a classy air. Such is the case with this SS, and when you add spotless presentation to the equation,… more»

Original Paint: 1938 Ford De Luxe Tudor

Decisions, decisions. This 1938 Ford De Luxe Tudor wears its original paint and is a rock-solid survivor that runs and drives. It shows its age and would be a prime candidate for a sympathetic restoration. However, would that be… more»

1964 Mattel V-ROOOM! Hot-Rodder Engine

This is one of the few things shown here on Barn Finds where it wouldn’t make sense to say, “Drop an SBC/LS/Hayabusa in it!” Maybe, “Drop this engine on a Mattel bike!” This 1964 Mattel V-ROOOM! Hot-Rodder Engine is… more»

47K Miles: 1994 Ford Ranger 4×4 Splash

Said to have been sitting for a very long time, this 1994 Ford Ranger SuperCab 4×4 Splash looks like it was plucked right out of a Ranger Splash brochure. I always expected splashier graphics on the Splash than there… more»