Survivor Cars

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

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1-of-1? No Reserve 1968 Plymouth Road Runner

Claiming that your car is a genuine 1-of-1 vehicle is a bold move. With a steady stream of classics emerging from barns and sheds, there is a risk that an identical car might pop out of the woodwork. However,… more»

350 Miles A Year: 1977 Pontiac Catalina

Most of the 47,000 Pontiac Catalina 4-door sedans built in 1977 have long ago ended up in a junkyard or the crusher because they were all used up. But not this one. It’s well-preserved, has recently been serviced, and… more»

Highly Original! 1972 Ford Mustang

In 1969, the Mustang was restyled and had a bigger, thicker, heftier look to it. Detroit has a history of making cars bigger and more luxurious over time and the Mustang was no exception. In addition to the Mach… more»

Yellow Bird Limited Edition: 1980 Pontiac Firebird

To help make the Firebird “pony car” more appealing to a wider range of buyers, Pontiac launched the “Color Series” in 1977. Between then and 1980, there would be three iterations based on color and trim – Sky Bird… more»

Cheap Supercar? 2004 Ferrari 360

This 2004 Ferrari 360 presents beautifully and is an unmolested classic with a genuine 14,179 miles on the clock. It seems to tick the boxes for anyone seeking an Italian thoroughbred with no visible physical damage or issues. The… more»

Riviera with Turbo Six Power: 1983 Buick Riviera T-Type

In the early eighties, if you wanted a personal luxury car, your local Buick dealer was the place to go.  While the brand offered a few different coupes that could be outfitted for style and luxury, the top-of-the-line car… more»

84k Original Miles: 1992 GMC Typhoon

When the subject turns to high-performance models, SUVs don’t typically sit at the top of most people’s list. However, growing sales volumes made it inevitable that manufacturers would seek a slice of the muscle market. This 1992 GMC Typhoon… more»

Dry Climate Survivor: 1975 Chevrolet Cosworth Vega

It is common for vehicle manufacturers to collaborate with third-party companies to produce limited-edition vehicles. Chevrolet walked that path to inject excitement into its Vega range, enlisting the help of an engineering firm with Formula One credentials to create… more»

Big-Block Shop Truck: 1972 Chevrolet C10 Pickup

Classic Pickups aren’t just extremely practical; they can also be enormously entertaining if an owner selects an appropriate engine to slot under the hood. Such is the case with this 1972 Chevrolet C10. Its presentation and interior will turn… more»

Same Family 5 Decades: 1928 Studebaker Dictator

In today’s world, a car named Dictator just wouldn’t work. But in the 1920s when Studebaker applied that name to its entry-level car, it meant that the automobile “dictated the standard” for others to follow. This nice-looking, non-running example… more»

Nailhead V8 Survivor: 1965 Buick Gran Sport Convertible

If you were looking to combine performance and creature comforts in a muscle car in the 1960s, the Buick Gran Sport was a good choice. Since Cadillac didn’t sell those kinds of automobiles, the Buick was the next best… more»

Rebuilt 289: 1966 Ford Mustang GT K-Code

When a buyer ordered a new 1966 Mustang, the gun engine was undoubtedly the K-Code version of the sweet 289ci V8. It provided excellent performance and produced a car that could hold its own in elite company when teamed… more»

Highly Optioned Survivor: 1993 Dodge Ram W-250 LE

Older Pickups, especially the 4×4 variants, remain star performers in the classic market. They offer versatility for off-road adventures, but vehicles like this 1993 Dodge Ram W-250 LE also provide luxury appointments and the power and torque to function… more»

Elegant Survivor: 1985 Cadillac Eldorado Coupe

It’s only fitting that this super-clean 1985 Cadillac Eldorado is photographed in a nice garage in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania. Based on its amazing condition, it’s obviously spent a lot of the last 39 years in a garage far away from… more»

Highly Original War Hero: 1945 Willys MB Jeep

Officially going by the name U.S. Army Truck, 1⁄4‑ton, 4×4, Command Reconnaissance, the vehicle we commonly refer to as the Jeep was one of the superstars of World War II.  Allowing soldiers, sailors, Marines, and airmen to travel quickly… more»

Scottsdale Survivor: 1976 Chevrolet K20 Pickup

There is a certain paradox concerning third-generation Chevrolet and GMC trucks.  Despite proudly wearing the nickname “Square Body” since the first third-generation C/K trucks rolled off the assembly line, the official GM nomenclature for this model was “Rounded Line.” … more»

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