Survivor Cars

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

No Reserve Droptop: 1988 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

A fun option Ford eliminated on post-1988 Mustang Fox body offerings was the availability of T-Tops, but the convertible continued to thrive, and it’s especially stylish when combined with the GT trim such as this one here on eBay. … more»

Grandma’s Car? 1975 Dodge Dart Custom

The Dodge Dart enjoyed a long run in the 1960s and 1970s, with the most successful being its second generation as a compact which comprised the model years 1967 through 1976. This low mileage example from 1975 looks like… more»

No Reserve Driver: 1988 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

After thirteen years in the wilderness, Ford reintroduced the GT badge to its Mustang range in 1982. It proved an immediate hit and would remain an integral part of the range for all but a few short years from… more»

No Reserve: 1994 Buick Park Avenue Ultra

Buick scored a home run during the 1980s with its Grand National and GNX models, demonstrating that buyers didn’t necessarily need a V8 under the hood to enjoy incredible performance. It continued dabbling into the world of forced-induction technology… more»

8K Miles Of D’Elegance: 1990 Cadillac Brougham

D’Elegance? How’s that for a pretentious-sounding name? Not only is it a D’Elegance edition, but it’s an upgrade to the exalted Brougham (pronounced bro-ham) model. All of this silliness aside, this 1990 Cadillac is a nice-looking luxury sedan that… more»

1-of-1 NASA 1969 Ford Galaxie XL coupe

When we hear “NASA” we think of astronauts and space shuttles and satellites and the like. We don’t usually think of the ground-based equipment that supports those missions. We present to you here a machine that is likely one… more»

Turbocharged! 1988 Chrysler Conquest TSI

For more than two decades, Chrysler Corp. had a vested interest in Mitsubishi Motors, giving them access to a variety of Japanese-built cars to sell in the U.S. One of those was the Chrysler Conquest, a variant of the… more»

389 Tri-Power: 1966 Pontiac GTO

The 1966 model year was significant for the GTO, as it marked when Pontiac granted it standalone model status. The badge had started life as an options package on LeMans models, with some purists believing it was at this… more»

32k Original Miles: 1985 Pontiac Trans Am

The seller states that if we ignore the tires and battery, this 1985 Pontiac Trans Am is an original and unmolested survivor with 32,000 miles on the clock. It isn’t perfect, but it is a highly optioned classic with… more»

Big Block Dually: 1983 GMC C3500 Sierra Classic

I try not to write like my gender, but this truck is so well photographed in such a beautiful setting that I can’t help romanticizing it. Here on eBay is a 1983 GMC C3500 survivor, with the Sierra Classic… more»

Rust-Free Survivor: 1957 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer D-500

Finding a classic car with a known ownership history can prove irresistible for some people seeking a candidate to park in their garage. That is the story behind this 1957 Dodge Custom Royal Lancer D-500 that has been garage-kept… more»

68k Original Miles: 1974 Chrysler New Yorker Brougham

While some enthusiasts focus on classics offering stunning performance or jaw-dropping good looks, others prefer those that provide a luxurious motoring experience. This 1974 Chrysler New Yorker Brougham undoubtedly falls into the second category and is a tidy and… more»

Drives Like New: 1971 Ford Bronco Project

We see plenty of First Generation Ford Broncos at Barn Finds, which typically fall into two categories. Some are pristine, while others need everything replaced but the wiper blades. This 1971 example walks a welcome middle ground. It has… more»

Mint Condition: 3,500 Mile 1980 Pontiac Trans Am Turbo

Claiming that any original classic that is over forty years old is in mint condition is a bold strategy. However, this 1980 Pontiac Trans Am Turbo seems to have achieved that status. It has spent over thirty years in… more»

Nicest One Left? 1989 Geo Metro LSi 5-Speed

We’ve seen a few Geo Metros here at Barn Finds, home of the dusty muscle car, and they sometimes go over well and sometimes not. Most have been convertibles so it’s a little unusual to find a regular ol’… more»

No Reserve Drop Top: 1989 Rolls-Royce Corniche

In general, the Rolls-Royce Silver Spur of the 1970s is not the most sought-after collector car. This is partially its own fault, but more to do with the legions of owners who thought they could own a highline luxury… more»

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