Survivor Cars

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

Idaho Survivor: 1985 Cadillac Eldorado

In this corner, weighing in at 3,732 pounds and measuring 17-feet in length, coming in the tenth generation, and hailing from the great state of Idaho, the middleweight champ: a 1985 Cadillac Eldorado! We recently saw a really nice 1967… more»

Post-War Patina! 1950 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup

The 3100 series was the half-ton mainstay of Chevy pickups from 1947-57. It was part of the Advance Design Series and the company’s first new trucks in the rebuilding that began after World War II. This 1950 edition looks… more»

Amphibious ATV: 1975 Terra Jet VA6 4×4

The idea of taking a vehicle made out of sheet metal through the water is a little worrisome to me, but Terra Jet has been making such vehicles for decades. Not to mention that there are Amphicars and other… more»

Euro Diesel Import: 1984 Volkswagen Vanagon Wesfalia

The Volkswagen Vanagon is the sort of vehicle that demands you adhere to the adage that a road trip isn’t about the destination but what happens along the way. In other words, you’re not going anywhere fast, so just… more»

Silver Anniversary: 1990 Ford ASC McLaren Mustang LX

While we see more than our fair share of ASC McLaren Mustangs on these pages, the final year model is a rare bird among an already hard-to-find model. This 1990 example is most readily distinguished by its unusual Enkei… more»

California Car: 1983 Audi 5000 Turbo Diesel

1983 was the first year that Audi was able to meet the tight emissions standards in all fifty US states for its diesel engine but, sadly, it only came with an automatic transmission here. The seller has this solid… more»

427/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

While the C1 and C2 Corvette may not achieve immediate recognition on foreign shores, the C3 Corvette faces no such challenge. Along with the First Generation Mustang, the C3 has one of the most iconic silhouettes in the automotive… more»

38k Genuine Miles: 1976 Ford F150 Custom Styleside

It isn’t unusual for owners to become confused when determining certain aspects of their classic, and that is the case with the seller of this 1976 Ford F150 Styleside. They claim that it is an Explorer, but it carries… more»

19K Mile 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS

A fall of 1985 GM press release said, “Monte Carlo, the sleek Chevrolet luxury coupe with a dual personality, slips into 1986 with fresh aerodynamic styling, retuned suspension and a new model in the lineup.” This 1986 Chevrolet Monte… more»

Two Stroke Survivor: 1971 Yamaha CS3 200

Most of us started our lifelong love of motorcycles on a small CC bike. Whether it was a Honda 50 or a mini bike with a pull starter, not many of us were riding huge motorcycles as our first… more»

Twin H Power: 1953 Hudson Hornet Barn Find!

This 1953 Hudson Hornet with “Twin H Power” is listed here on Craigslist in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and looking over its faded glory is practically an archaeological experience. The cool aesthetics of the early 1950s are revealed.

Desert Jewel: 1967 Cadillac Eldorado

I was just in Palm Springs and that general area and every time I’m there I vow to try to find a way to move there, at least for the winter months. Just what they want, more snowbirds clutterin’… more»

Rust Free 1969 Mercury Marauder X-100

This 1969 Mercury Marauder X-100 is in a similar class to the ’69 Buick Wildcat that we saw a day ago here on Barn Finds. At least to me, it is. It’s a big, luxurious, and powerful American car… more»

Low Mile Survivor: 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII

Some enthusiasts yearn to own a classic offering unparalleled luxury, but such cars can often prove prohibitively expensive. However, this 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII is in fantastic condition for its age and has a genuine 37,000 miles showing on… more»

Original Paint: 1970 Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda

Some classics wear the title of a genuine muscle car, while others are pretenders to the crown. This 1970 Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda leaves us with no doubt that it’s the real deal, making it one of the most desirable… more»

Beautiful Survivor: 1969 Buick Wildcat

I could see James Bond driving a Buick Wildcat, they’re cool, tough, and elegant all at the same time. There aren’t a lot of cars that are like that, or at least I can’t think of too many. This… more»

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