Survivor Cars

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

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Remarkably Original: 1947 Dodge Custom 4-Door Sedan

I like it when old cars have a story. And this 1947 Dodge Custom 4-Door Sedan’s story was good enough to land it in the Driveable Dream section of the July 2019 issue of Classic Car magazine. The owner,… more»

Single Cylinder Time Machine: 1912 Harley-Davidson Model 8

Sometimes a vintage vehicle is more than an older form of transportation.  Examining how the vehicle was built and operating it can provide a window into its time.  This 1912 Harley-Davidson Model 8 for sale on eBay is an… more»

BF Auction: 1975 Jeep Cherokee S

Do you hear that? You do? That, my friends, is the unmistakable call of the wild. Mother Nature is emerging from her winter slumber and beckoning those with a sense of adventure to head out to enjoy all she… more»

BF Auction: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro RS

The Rally Sport package debuted with the first-generation Camaro, but for following generations, the option would only be offered on select years. The second-generation Camaro wouldn’t be offered as RS until ’78, and the option was gone again by… more»

BF Auction: 1988 Toyota Celica All-Trac Turbo

With the rise in popularity of off-road rally racing came the introduction of some of the ’80’s most impressive performance vehicles. Take the rather unassuming Toyota Celica. In its standard configuration, the ’88 Celica was fun to drive but… more»

Silver Survivor: 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis LS

“Elegant Style. Supreme comfort. Perfectly balanced. Whether the evening is a casual get-together with friends or a formal engagement at the theater, the Grand Marquis LS helps you arrive feeling relaxed and refreshed.” So says a brochure showing the… more»

Mid-Engine Ford Power! 1972 De Tomaso Pantera

The De Tomaso Pantera was an Italian-built, mid-engine sports car with Ford power. Though on the market for a lot longer in Europe, the Pantera was imported into the U.S. just between 1972 and 1975 and sold at Lincoln-Mercury… more»

Two-Owner Survivor: 1970 Chevrolet K10 Short Bed

Barn Finds is fortunate to have readers spanning all corners of the globe, and we attempt to feature vehicles that would appeal to all tastes. It can be challenging, and some cars seem more nation-specific than others. Many might… more»

Two-Stroke Popcorn Popper Project: 1967 Saab 96

“If they ever give an award to a car for not looking like all the rest . . . for retaining individualism in the face of look-alike styling trends . . . for sticking to the sound engineering principle… more»

Rust-Free 52K-Mile 1986 AMC Eagle Wagon 4WD

“American Motors, the world leader in 4-wheel drive technology, introduces another breakthrough. The American Eagle now has Select Drive . . . a spectacular new piece of engineering that lets you switch back and forth between full-time 4-wheel drive… more»

Patina Project: 1948 Buick Roadmaster Fastback

The eBay listing for this 1948 Buick Roadmaster fastback in Farmingdale, New York, is an honest assessment. The car is on Long Island now, but it is a “clean, dry Texas car” that is “99.9 percent rot/rust-free” (though hardly… more»

Surprisingly Solid: 1978 Dodge Aspen Station Wagon

Chrysler seemed to have hit a home run for the company in 1976 when they introduced the Dodge Aspen and its corporate cousin, the Plymouth Volare.  Hopes were high, with the pair collectively receiving the coveted Motor Trend Car… more»

Final Year Fuelie: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Chevrolet introduced fuel injection to its Corvette range in 1957, creating what was, to that point, the ultimate high-performance variant of its iconic sports car. The “Fuelie” option was an expensive choice, and production numbers remained relatively low as… more»

Last of the Big Buicks: 1996 Buick Roadmaster

In America, we live under the illusion that we have choices.  Oh sure, you can find 87 different kinds of barbecue sauce at Wal-Mart.  However, you can’t walk into the local Buick showroom and ride out with a good… more»

Arizona Garage Find: 1969 Pontiac Firebird 350

When the seller located this 1969 Pontiac Firebird, its nose was all that would have been visible from the carport it had occupied for many years. A close inspection confirmed it was a rock-solid Arizona survivor begging to return… more»

British Fastback: 1969 Sunbeam Alpine GT

At first glance, the Sunbeam Alpine GT bears more than a passing resemblance to the Plymouth Barracuda of 1964-66. But that may just be coincidental, as this car was built by the Rootes Group in the UK and sold… more»

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