Survivor Cars

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

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Cummins Turbo Diesel: 1991 Dodge Ram 2500

Dodge rocked the truck market in 1989, partnering with big rig engine maker Cummins to fit a long-haul trucker style turbo diesel engine in its Dodge Ram pickups. This 1991 Dodge Ram 2500 in Logan, Utah presents as a… more»

Coca-Cola Carrier: 1954 Chevrolet COE

Ever since Coca-Cola went mainstream in the late 19th Century, they’ve had some form of a distribution network. The more products they sold, the more complicated that network would become. Coke has been using delivery trucks from practically every… more»

Solid Station Wagon: 1966 AMC Ambassador 880

From 1957 to 1974, the Ambassador was American Motors’ top-of-the-line automobile. From 1965 onward, AMC positioned the automobile in the full-size arena to compete with the big Fords and Chevrolets. Mostly referred to as the Rambler Ambassador, it lost… more»

1981 Triumph TR7 Convertible With 580 Original Miles!

Buying the final example of a particular vehicle model should mean the owner will slip behind the ultimate expression of that model. Running design and engineering changes should, theoretically, mean that any bugs have been eliminated, and that should… more»

Dusty 1973 Citroen SM Project

Because they’re complex and very few Americans can fix them, Maserati-engined Citroen SMs tend to get hidden away when they break down. This 1973 example on eBay in Bullhead City, Arizona has been stored for 20 years, and was… more»

Herbie Replica: 1964 Volkswagen Beetle

When it comes to Disney’s iconic movie car, the Love Bug – otherwise known as Herbie – is a familiar sight to most car enthusiasts. It has been replicated multiple times, and in the process, we’ve learned a thing… more»

1-of-17! 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340

I always admire an enthusiast who does their homework, confirming the rarity of a classic in their possession. Such is the case with the seller of this 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340. Their research reveals that it is 1-of-17 built… more»

Supercharged! 2002 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning

Ford’s Special Vehicle Team (SVT) was born in 1993 and focused on performance. Two notable products include the SVT Mustang Cobra and the SVT F150 Lightning. The latter was a “supertruck” that may have been inspired by the 1970s… more»

Nicest One Left? 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ

From its introduction in the early 1960s, the Pontiac Grand Prix would be a leader in the personal luxury car market. And GM also worked to ensure that performance was always part of the equation. The Grand Prix, along… more»

Rare Turbo: 1980 Pontiac Firebird Formula

During the late 1970s, vehicle manufacturers were investigating many ways to extract improved performance from their formerly more muscular models. Pontiac chose the forced induction route, adding a turbocharged version of the 301ci V8 to the Firebird model range… more»

No Reserve 1987 Ski Supreme Sierra 20′ Ski Boat

A person can occupy the winter months in many ways, biding their time until the warm weather returns. Kicking back in front of the fire is one, while others find hitting the ski fields irresistible. However, many would forego… more»

Big Price Drop: 1990s Ford “Kelly” Python Prototype

We last saw this car more than a year ago, but enough may have changed since then to warrant another visit. The Ford Python was a prototype that was built to impress Carroll Shelby, but never went into production… more»

Middleman Marketed Vagabond: 1949 Kaiser Vagabond

As earlier generations pass from this Earth, their survivors must deal with their estates.  The problem for many of the ones tasked with closing things out is that few of them are car people.  This is where a middleman… more»

No Reserve: 1987 Jeep Comanche Chief

Buyers seeking an affordable Pickup or tow vehicle are spoiled for choice. One of the more interesting options is this 1987 Jeep Comanche Chief. It isn’t perfect, but it is an honest, solid classic that can carry a respectable… more»

Owned For 20 Years: 1972 Chevrolet Nova 350

Choosing a worthy project candidate can be challenging, particularly if the buyer wants a classic free from significant rust issues. This 1972 Chevrolet Nova ticks that box because it is a dry climate survivor. The small-block V8 under the… more»

No Reserve: 1975 Bricklin SV-1 With 23k Original Miles!

Malcolm Bricklin and John DeLorean shared much in common. Both were involved with other vehicle manufacturers before setting up companies bearing their names using money from foreign governments. Both produced two-seat sports cars featuring distinctive gull-wing doors. And both… more»

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