Survivor Cars

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

26k Miles and T-Tops: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe

I may be in the minority, but the Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aeroback is one of my favorite eighties cars, simply based on its outward appearance and the design of that wind-cheating rear window.  Performance of the street cars… more»

Recently Restored: 1986 Dodge Omni Shelby GLHS

As someone who grew up on a steady intake of hot hatches and attended high school at a time when modifying a four-cylinder Honda was considered very much en vogue, there’s a warm spot in my heart for cheap… more»

Long Term Owner! 1965 AMC Rambler Marlin

Wait a second, wasn’t I just talking about AMC’s oddities? The Marlin managed to take the popular fastback body style to such an extreme that buyers balked. Also in the category of “trying too hard”, AMC advertised its big… more»

Original 348: 1959 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe

Fins had reached their automotive zenith by 1959. Manufacturers had literally and figuratively climbed to new heights, but Chevrolet adopted a different approach with its Impala. It equipped its latest offering with fins shaped like arched eyebrows, accentuating the… more»

No Expense Spared: 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W-30

Claiming that your classic is the best example on the planet is pretty bold. However, the photos suggest that this 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W-30 could rightfully claim that crown. The seller has spared no expense during its restoration, ensuring… more»

Wide Load: 1978 AMC Pacer

American Motors – the only independent manufacturer remaining after Studebaker closed in 1966 – occasionally took a quirky path to distinguish itself from the Big Three. The Marlin was odd, then the Gremlin came along, launched in 1970 to… more»

2002 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 Convertible With 715 Genuine Miles!

Some enthusiasts will purchase a new classic, squirreling it away safely for years, hoping that its value will appreciate. Some vehicles achieve that goal, while others fall short of expectations. That is probably the case with this 2002 Pontiac… more»

1967 Chevrolet Corvette 1/25 Scale Dealer Promo

Salesman’s samples, or dealership promotions (dealer promos) were a big thing two or three generations ago, or more. A lot of us have seen salesmen’s samples on Antiques Roadshow or in antique shops, or online. This 1967 Chevrolet Corvette… more»

One Owner 5-Speed: 1992 Volvo 240 Wagon

The Volvo 240 is known as being one of the most reliable and over-built vintage cars you can buy. When new, it was celebrated for its outstanding safety record, a reputation that remains intact today. The 240 enjoys a… more»

1982 Pontiac Trans Am Survivor: One-Owner Time Capsule

Listed here on eBay, this 1982 Pontiac Trans Am is a true one-owner survivor with just 38,712 miles and a story that reflects decades of careful preservation. According to the seller, the car remains almost completely untouched since the… more»

6,626 Miles: 1969 Chevrolet Corvair 500

It’s not too common on Barn Finds that we get to follow up on a car after twelve years, but this is one of those times: This 1969 Corvair was first featured in 2013 when it was apparently being sold by… more»

1990 Dodge Power Ram 150 Short Bed 360 V8

It’s been 15 years since Dodge separated its pickup line into the Ram series, and I still can’t get used to not referring to them as a Dodge. It’s still a Dodge pickup to me. Change is hard for… more»

BF Exclusive: 2000 Volvo V70 XC Turbo Wagon

Listed on Barn Finds, this 2000 Volvo V70 XC Turbo Wagon offers the best of both worlds: a long history of careful ownership and an impressive list of mechanical upgrades. Located in Middletown, Connecticut, this all-wheel-drive turbo wagon has… more»

One of 225 Made: 1969 Lamborghini Islero

The vintage Italian car market has been one of the more exclusive circles of the car hobby for some time. In short, these are expensive vehicles and their rarity and upkeep will forever ensure that only a select few… more»

28k Original Miles: 1977 Pontiac Firebird Esprit

While it may not have the cachet of a Trans Am, this 1977 Pontiac Firebird Esprit is a tidy survivor. It retains its original paint and has a genuine 28,000 miles showing on its odometer. There are a few… more»

57K-Mile 1974 Ford LTD Brougham 400 V8

The seller lists this color as “Saddle Bronze Metallic,” but whatever color this 1974 Ford LTD Brougham 2-Door Hardtop is, it isn’t the same color as the one Buddy Ebsen used while playing Barnaby Jones five+ decades ago. It’s a… more»

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