Survivor Cars

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

Low Miles and T-Tops: 1979 Chrysler 300

To the novice Chrysler enthusiast, the return of the 300 in 1979 might not seem like much more than an attempt for the company to glorify its already luxurious Cordoba a step further on the outside.  But those fans… more»

No Reserve: 1968 Pontiac GTO

The Pontiac GTO is considered by many to be the father of the muscle car sector, and even tired examples command impressive prices. When a tidy one hits the market with No Reserve, the bidding action typically becomes frantic…. more»

Factory Sunroof: 1970 Ford Thunderbird Landau

It is sometimes challenging to determine the rarity of a particular vehicle option, and such is the case with this 1970 Ford Thunderbird Landau. It presents pretty well for a survivor-grade classic, but its electric sunroof raises questions. Pinning… more»

43K-Mile 1983 Chevrolet S-10 Tahoe Edition

It’s hard to believe that 1983 was four decades ago now, at least for those of us who lived in that era. A small extended-cab pickup would be perfect for me, I’m not a contractor and I don’t pull… more»

1 of 1 Survivor? 1972 Ford LTD Convertible

Ford stepped up the game for family cars in 1965 by introducing the LTD, essentially a high-end version of the Galaxie 500. They advertised it was as quiet as a Rolls-Royce, but was that ever really proven? The LTD… more»

One Year Only: 1982 Mercury Cougar GS Wagon

“New Cougar Wagon. Practicality of a wagon, luxury of a Cougar. For 1982, the Cougar lineup includes a new Cougar wagon. And what a wagon! Start with people. There’s room for six.” So begins a 1982 Mercury Cougar wagon… more»

Well Documented: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS

Documentation can separate a good classic from a genuinely great one. That belief helps this stunning 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS stand apart from the crowd. The seller holds a selection of original paperwork, which enhances the desirability of a… more»

Two-Owner 37k-Mile 1973 AMC Javelin

Update 2/12/24 – The seller of this Javelin has relisted it here on eBay and lowered the price by $3k. Do you think it’ll sell this time around? From 12/8/23 – While AMC never reached the success level to… more»

Farm Find: 1974 International Harvester Scout II 4×4

This 1974 International Harvester Scout II was found on a farm in Pennsylvania covered in about two inches of dust. The Scout’s job was hay-hauler, and that’s so appropriate since the first Scout introduced in 1961 was aimed directly… more»

Seven-Seater: 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis Colony Park

Domestic manufacturers ceased Station Wagon production years ago, citing a lack of interest from potential buyers and plummeting sales volumes. However, that was good news for current owners because those vehicles suddenly gained traction in the classic market. Not… more»

Three Generations of Preservation: 1965 Cadillac Coupe deVille

As kids, we tend to collect dinosaur toys.  Partially because kids love things that are big, powerful, totally out of the ordinary, and no longer with us.  They are the stuff dreams are made of (and movies too).  As… more»

Stored For Years! 1962 Ford Thunderbird Drop-Top

Every three years during the 1950s and 1960s, the Ford Thunderbird got a redesign. And with it, sales for each tri-cycle would increase from the one before it. The decision to transform the two-seat personal luxury car to one… more»

Drivable Older Restoration: 1930 Ford Model A Tudor

Believe it or not, probably the three most popular types of vehicles people purchase to start in our hobby are Fords.  A Model T, a Model A, or a first-generation Mustang is often the initial vehicle project that a… more»

Running V8 Project: 1975 Chevrolet El Camino

  The Chevy El Camino was part of the Chevelle family from 1964 to 1987 when rear-wheel-drive production was discontinued. It was inspired by the Ford Ranchero, which originally beat the El Camino to the market by two years… more»

Southwest 4×4: 1988 Dodge Ramcharger LE

A lot of us think of the desert Southwest region of the United States as a great place to find hidden gems that haven’t been subjected to the ravages of snow and salty roads. While that can often be… more»

44k Documented Miles: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

There is a lot to be said for survivor-grade classics. They have been driven and enjoyed as their creators intended and typically offer a relaxed driving experience. There are no fears that an errant stone might destroy perfection, but… more»