Survivor Cars

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

45k Original Miles: 1970 Dodge Charger

It seems that by the time most Second Generation Dodge Chargers find their way onto our desks at Barn Finds, they have been at least partially consumed by rust. That makes this 1970 model a breath of fresh air…. more»

Original Owner! 1967 Ford Galaxie LTD Hardtop

This is an exciting one, an original-owner, rust-free, original-paint-and-interior 1967 Ford Galaxie LTD Hardtop in amazing condition! This sort of car doesn’t pop up every day, even here where we get a lot of tips from great readers who… more»

Rust-Free 1986 Toyota SR5 Xtracab Short Bed 4×4

The fourth-generation Toyota pickup went through a minor redesign for the 1986 model year, which included a new grille, front bumper, and some interior changes. They’re pretty hot right now and the seller has this 1986 Toyota SR5 4×4… more»

Original Paint: 1977 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne

If you confronted a passionate enthusiast with two virtually identical classics where one was an original survivor and the other a faithful restoration, most would choose the survivor. There is something about a classic with a proud history that… more»

Swivel Seats: 18k Mile 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass 455

Usually the Barn Finds that we locate are projects that have experienced some level of neglect over the years. That is not the case with this 18,600 mile 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. This car looks immaculate in the pictures and… more»

Low-Mile 351-Powered 1977 Ford LTD

Looking like a car straight out of a 1970s police drama TV show, this 1977 Ford Custom 500 Pillared Hardtop is an unusual body style to see today. It’s so plain and unadorned, I love it. The seller has… more»

Garage Find: 1968 Honda CL77 305 Scrambler

Honda, as with most manufacturers, offered customers a wide range of sizes and configurations. Often, these different configurations were available in the same size as on-road or off-road with high side pipes and knobby tires, as with this 1968… more»

Preservation Award Winner: 1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham

“Cadillac for 1977: The next generation of the luxury car.” Cadillac celebrated its 75th Anniversary by rolling the dice, holding its breath, and introducing a new downsized “Standard of the (Changing) World” luxury car. Maybe the proper corporate terminology… more»

WWII Veteran: 1941 Dodge WC12

With the war clouds of World War II forming, the United States quietly began building up our military for combat.  A big part of that was trucks.  The ability to move men and materiel from the factories to the… more»

Last-Year Model: 1991 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Final Edition

It is inevitable. Time, changing tastes, and technological advances will eventually catch up with every vehicle model, leaving yesterday’s “must-have” as today’s also-ran. Such was the case with the Jeep Grand Wagoneer, with the last one rolling off the… more»

1966 Chevrolet Suburban Armbruster-Stageway

The next owner of this 1966 Chevrolet Suburban Armbruster-Stageway Limousine will openly laugh at you and your wimpy seven-passenger SUV. And, just when you thought that you had enough room for family and friends. You don’t, unless you buy… more»

Rust Free Original: 1985 Toyota Hilux 4×4

It’s amazing how many rust-free Toyota trucks still emerge for sale, seemingly kept in a vault in some West Coast community since new. The truth of the matter is, these trucks simply didn’t rust away in places like Oregon… more»

20K Original Miles: 1988 Ford Mustang LX 5.0

Will we ever get tired of seeing clean Fox body Mustangs? Probably not. Despite there seemingly being a good supply of low-mileage Mustangs always up for grabs, that hasn’t caused the prices to drop for low-mileage examples like this… more»

Preservation Class: 1969 Lamborghini Miura P400 S Coupé

On December 16th, Bonhams will run its Bond Street Sale in London, featuring two very low-mileage Lamborghinis, a Miura and a Countach. In ownership since 1995, and with only 14,500 miles on the clock, here is the 1969 Lamborghini… more»

Fully Documented: 1969 Chevrolet Yenko Super Camaro

The names of some individuals are inextricably linked with a particular brand of high-performance classic. Mention the name Carroll Shelby and thoughts turn to desirable Mustangs. Chevrolet had its own hero in the form of Don Yenko. A former… more»

Needs Engine Work: 1985 Maserati Biturbo

This is probably the nicest Maserati Biturbo that I have ever seen. Inside and out, this whole car looks like it just rolled out of the factory. Did I mention that it doesn’t have an engine? Oh yeah, well,… more»

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