Survivor Cars

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

Mostly Original, Needs Upholstery: 1937 Ford Deluxe Coupe

Ford had a lot going for it in the period between 1932 through 1940.  Not only did the brand have one of the best engines in the low-price field, but the styling through these years was incredible.  Their most… more»

V6 3-Speed: 54K-Mile 1967 Jeepster Commando

The seller refers to this 1967 Jeepster Commando as being “highly original” and says that it only has 54,000 miles, which averages to 947 miles a year. No wonder it looks so nice. We’ve seen many Jeepster Commandos here… more»

Only Two Owners! 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna

General Motors treated its mid-size automobiles to a new design in 1973, dubbed “Colonnade” styling. That’s because true hardtops were discontinued, though the doors would not be framed for the glass. The Laguna would become the top-level Chevelle and… more»

Drive Or Show: 1985 Dodge 600 ES Turbo

The seller says that the next owner can “Drive or Show” this 1985 Dodge 600 ES Turbo Convertible and they’re right. They have it posted here on craigslist in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, just southwest of Pittsburgh. They’re asking $8,500 or… more»

Low Mileage Turbodiesel: 1994 Ford F-350 XLT Crew Cab

A few years ago, if you were a farmer in the midwest and someone told you that your daily driver pickup would be a collector’s item, they’d likely laugh at you. These trucks were simple workhorses, and not seen… more»

Complete And Running: 1972 Volvo 1800E

In 1970, Volvo equipped its 1800 coupe models with fuel injection, hence the designation 1800E. There was also a cosmetic upgrade to the car, though the basic body didn’t change until the cute 1800ES station wagon arrived in 1972…. more»

4,000 Original Miles: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette

Extraordinary mileage claims are nothing new to us at Barn Finds, with some more plausible than others. That brings us to this 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. It is a striking car that presents superbly, and its big-block V8 promises exhilarating… more»

1,025hp! 2023 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon 170

Automotive history is awash with examples of manufacturers making wild claims about their latest model. Whether it is the most beautiful, the rarest, or the fastest, no aspect of styling or engineering has escaped their attention. However, the 2023… more»

49k Survivor: 1971 Pontiac GTO

There is just one day left to bid on this 49,000 mile 1971 Pontiac GTO. The car is reported to still be wearing its original Lucerne Blue paint and to be an unrestored survivor. The GTO is located in… more»

Nice Weekender: 1965 Oldsmobile Starfire Coupe

Becoming a separate model within Oldsmobile in 1961, the Starfire never came with four doors. Did you “Two doors too many!” folks hear that? This 1965 Oldsmobile Starfire Coupe is a car that most of us can agree with… more»

Former Museum Piece: 1937 Chevrolet Master

I’m going to run with the assumption this this 1937 Chevrolet Master sedan is a survivor. The listing states, “This vehicle was recently acquired from an Auto and Warbirds museum, where it was one of the center showpieces, kept… more»

2002 Pontiac Trans Am SLP Firehawk Convertible With 7k Original Miles!

With engine power improving throughout the 1990s, buyers faced a wide choice of vehicles for those wishing to scratch their performance itch. One of the more potent was the Trans Am SLP Firehawk. A joint venture between Pontiac and… more»

15k Original Miles: 1980 Pontiac Trans Am Turbo Y84 Special Edition

Describing any unrestored classic with over four decades of service under its belt as “mint” is a high-risk strategy. However, that could be appropriate for this 1980 Pontiac Trans Am Turbo. From its glistening paint to its spotless interior,… more»

Low Mileage K-Car: 1988 Dodge Aries America

The second half of the 1970s wasn’t particularly kind to Chrysler in terms of sales. The OPEC oil embargo had caught them off-guard as they continued to peddle large gas guzzlers. And the Dodge Aspen/ Plymouth Volare compacts had… more»

High-End Driver: 1986 Buick Grand National

The muscle car sector had long been the preserve of firebreathing V8 until Buick rewrote the rule book with its Grand National. Part of the company’s Regal range, this new model tapped into the world of forced induction to… more»

Hangar Find: 1981 Pontiac Firebird Formula Survivor

Okay, I have to admit it. I’ve always been on the fence with Pontiac’s second-gen (’70-’81) Trans Am. I think it’s the body flairs, faux shaker hood scoop, the excessive pinstriping on the “Smokey” editions, and in many cases,… more»