Survivor Cars

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

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Simply Stunning: 1970 Oldsmobile 442

Some color combinations can’t help but draw admiring looks and comments, and almost any classic wearing Black and Gold will achieve that goal. That is especially true of this 1970 Oldsmobile 442, which has seen little beyond show duties… more»

Parked For Years: 1971 Jeepster Commando V6

52 years is a long time for any of us no matter our age. Some of us (not me) weren’t even born yet when this 1971 Jeepster Commando was made. They’re really interesting vehicles and this one looks great… more»

1 of 215: 1982 Buick Grand National

The Grand National debuted in early 1982 as Buick wanted to capitalize on their recent championships in the NASCAR Grand National Cup Series. They would be available on and off until Buick discontinued their mid-size rear-wheel-drive cars after 1987…. more»

Original Bright Red Paint: 1994 Chevrolet Caprice Classic

Quite some time had passed since the Chevrolet Caprice had gotten a significant restyle when the fourth-generation car was rolled out in 1991, but this one was different and GM had high hopes for its revised full-size Chevy offering. … more»

No Reserve: 1973 Pontiac Trans Am

Although government regulations profoundly impacted the American automotive landscape by 1973, Pontiac strived to remain the performance benchmark within the General Motors empire. No vehicle better demonstrated that than this ’73 Trans Am. It is a solid survivor, but… more»

Nineties Survivor: 1992 Chevrolet Beretta GT

OK, I never thought that I’d see the likes of a 1992 Chevrolet Beretta grace the web pages of Barn Finds. Sure, they sold pretty well, 52K found homes in ’92 but…They were a definite commodity car, you know,… more»

60k Original Miles: 1970 Cadillac Eldorado

We always appreciate the support provided by our readers. Whether via article feedback or leads to great classics to feature, the site grows stronger due to your input. Therefore, I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder… more»

Triple-White Survivor: 1977 Cadillac Eldorado

It is common for some enthusiasts to focus on a particular make and model of classic, and such is the case with this 1977 Cadillac Eldorado. It is the second of three cars to emerge from a private collection,… more»

No Reserve Cobra Jet: 1971 Ford Mustang Mach 1

We frequently have classics on our desks at Barn Finds where determining the most outstanding attribute is seemingly impossible. Such is the case with this 1971 Mustang Mach 1. The fact it is a Mach 1 is the first… more»

Rare Color Combo: 1976 Cadillac Eldorado

The seller claims this 1976 Cadillac Eldorado features a rare paint and trim combination. Regardless of the accuracy of the claim, it is a stunning classic that recently emerged from a private collection. It carries the hallmarks of a… more»

Very Clean and Very Green: 1978 Ford Pinto Runabout

As a former Pinto owner (my twin brother and I received a new, rather stripped down, Pinto MPG Wagon in 1975 from our generous parents because we were going away to college), it’s hard at times to realize that… more»

The Mariachi: 1982 Ford B-150 Carryall

When it comes to automobiles, every market and part of the world has its own interests and needs. This has led to car manufacturers offering models catered to specific markets, some of which are pretty interesting and rarely seen… more»

1990 Mercury Grand Marquis GS Colony Park

In 1957, when gas was $0.28 a gallon, and until it was $1.14 a gallon in 1991, Ford’s upscale Mercury division offered its customers a very nice, often simulated woodgrain-sided, station wagon called the Colony Park. This eight-seat 1990… more»

Brazilian-Built: 1985 Chevrolet Opala Diplomata

Okay, let’s have a show of hands. How many of you have seen (or heard of, for that matter) an Opala Diplomata? It was a Brazilian-built Chevrolet luxury automobile that was in production in one form or another in… more»

Fully Documented Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro

While some people focus on high-performance models like the SS or Z28, a more basic version of the First Generation Camaro offers a rewarding ownership history. This is especially true if the candidate is in good order and has… more»

Mid-Seventies Sizzle: 1976 Ford Mustang Cobra II

After years of declining sales, Ford reinvented the Mustang pony car in 1974. Instead of being a derivative of the Falcon compact in the 1960s, it was an extension of the Pinto subcompact of the 1970s. It was smaller… more»

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