Survivor Cars

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

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No Reserve: 1964½ Ford Mustang Convertible

No Reserve. They are two words guaranteed to attract potential buyers’ attention, even if the classic in question looks decidedly secondhand. However, to see the term used in the listing for a car the caliber of this Mustang, it… more»

Rare 1LE Package: 1991 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 With 191 Genuine Miles!

UPDATE 09/10/2023: We’ve seen a few classic cars reappear on our desks at Barn Finds following an unsuccessful first sales attempt. This 1991 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is a perfect example of the trend. It failed to sell previously despite… more»

No Reserve: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS Convertible Indy Pace Car

Being chosen to supply the Pace Car for the Indianapolis 500 is an honor to which many manufacturers aspire. Chevrolet has been represented by its Camaro on nine occasions, including 1969 by the SS/RS. The company leveraged the enormous… more»

1-of-1: 1970 Ford T5 Mach 1

Don’t be fooled. This might look like a Mustang, and it carries the Ford badges that seem to support that. However, it isn’t a Mustang. Ford suffered the same fate as many manufacturers when it tried to enter an… more»

421 Tri-Power: 1963 Pontiac Catalina

The seller describes this 1963 Pontiac Catalina as a show-quality classic, and the photos support that claim. It is more than a pretty face, with its 421ci Tri-Power V8 providing power to match its looks. It would suit an… more»

Numbers-Matching: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Z28/RS

Some classic cars tick so many right boxes that it is easy to understand why they generate significant interest. This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Z28/RS perfectly exemplifies that theme. Its presentation is hard to fault, it is rust-free, and it… more»

Estate Sale Find: 1978 Plymouth Volaré

“America was ready. So was Volaré. The right car at the right time at the right price!” Who am I to argue with a 1978 Volaré brochure, especially when it paints such a rosy picture of these cars? This… more»

305/4-Speed: 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Some enthusiasts focus on total originality with a potential classic purchase, overlooking modified examples. They could find this 1981 Camaro Z28 irresistible because its only modification is a new exhaust. It isn’t perfect, but it is a tidy driver… more»

BF Auction: 1966 Ford Mustang Coupe

First Generation Mustangs make excellent project candidates because an owner has a world of choices available to personalize their classic to help it stand out from the crowd. The battle tends to be finding a solid candidate that doesn’t… more»

Low-Mileage Survivor: 1989 Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio

Ugo Sivocci. Sound familiar? Unless you are a die-hard Alfa fan, you probably don’t know that it was Sivocci’s idea to paint a white diamond with a four-leaf clover on the hood of his Alfa Romeo race car in… more»

Post Grand National? 1988 Buick Regal

So, it’s time for a little “before and after” analysis, this time comparing the 1988 Buick Regal to its ’87 predecessor. The ’87, as most know, was the platform for the spectacular blacked-out Grand National, a car that was… more»

Garage Kept: 1983 Chevrolet Camaro With 33k Original Miles

Hidden away in this garage is a 1983 Chevrolet Camaro that might have a story to tell. It has occupied this space its entire life and hasn’t emerged from hiding for several years. It is a low-mile survivor with… more»

48k Original Miles: 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix J

Although the automotive world had begun turning its attention to smaller and more efficient cars as the 1970s unfolded, it was still possible for a buyer to hand over their cash for a vehicle offering impressive interior space and… more»

45k Original Miles: 1974 Jaguar XJ6L

What’s being sold on Craigslist in Minneapolis is “a nice rust-free 1974 Jaguar XJ6L.” The asking price is $9,000 for this 45,000-mile un-restored survivor.

Bright Calypso Rarity: 1991 Ford Mustang LX

When it comes to Fox body Mustangs, the best models to collect often have a few different things going for them, be it low mileage, special colors/equipment, or a limited-edition model, such as one offered by the likes of… more»

Your Forever Car? All-Original 1965 Pontiac Catalina

Ah, a large Pontiac from the 1960s. Has there ever been a more glorious thing, especially decked out in teal paint with an interior to match? That’s what you’ll get should you spring for this 1965 Pontiac Catalina. It’s… more»

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