Survivor Cars

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

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75k Original Miles: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am

Potential buyers will often place a great store in the concept of a classic with a long-term ownership history. This 1978 Pontiac Trans Am ticks that box, with its low odometer reading adding to its appeal. It has been… more»

Unmolested Survivor: 1990 Ford Mustang Convertible “7-Up Edition”

Few manufacturers throughout automotive history have resisted the urge to produce Special Edition vehicles. Many hit the mark perfectly, but some fall below a company’s sales expectations. The 1990 Ford Mustang LX Convertible Limited Edition, commonly called the “7-Up… more»

Former Imperial Palace Rarity: 1915 Ford Coupelette

Believe it or not, folks used to need a break from gambling at a few of Nevada’s most famous casinos.  While the opportunities are varied and amazing now, guests at Harrah’s and The Imperial Palace back in the day… more»

389 Tri-Power: 1962 Pontiac Grand Prix

Many people consider the Pontiac GTO the father of the muscle car, but if it is the main course, this 1962 Grand Prix might be the entree. It presents superbly, but what hides under the hood means it is… more»

Two-Owner 1969 Plymouth Fury “Snapper” Edition

As innovation slowed during the advent of emissions and safety regulations in the ’60s and ’70s, it wasn’t unusual for a car maker to roll over a model nearly unchanged into the following year. To move merchandise, marketing whiz… more»

15k Miles One-Owner 1974 Lotus Europa

There is a running gag among some members of the motoring fraternity that Lotus is an acronym that means “Lots Of Trouble, Usually Serious.” However, that is an unkind assessment because a good Lotus of any description can offer… more»

Original Off Roader: 1981 Honda ATC 185S

One of the more intriguing segments of future collector vehicles is that of the 1980s class of three-wheeled ATVs. Honda was quite possibly at its peak of engineering ingenuity during this time, seemingly cranking out endless configurations of outrageous,… more»

Potent Family Sedan: 1993 Ford Taurus SHO

The Taurus was Ford’s mainstream automobile from 1986 to 2019, with six generations built in stretches. From the middle years of 1989 to 1999, Ford marketers saw the need for a performance sedan, perhaps to compete with imports, so… more»

Dry Climate Survivor: 1979 Ford Bronco XLT

Ford had a hit on its hand with its Second Generation Bronco. It only remained in production for two years, but total sales outstripped its predecessor’s best eight years combined. This 1979 Bronco XLT is a dry climate survivor… more»

Rust-Free 1968 Mercury Cougar

The seller bought this clean-looking 1968 Mercury Cougar, for sale on eBay in Columbia, New Jersey “sight unseen” a dozen years ago because it was stated to be 99 percent rust-free and a former resident of Arizona. “Upon receiving… more»

Stunning Driver: 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A

“Win on Sunday, sell on Monday.” That was once the mantra adopted by many vehicle manufacturers as they clamored for motorsport success. However, the move towards a growing number of control components across various sedan-based categories has made that… more»

User-Friendly Pit Bike: 1991 Honda Cub EZ90

Small motorcycles are often referred to as scooters whether they’re scooters or or not. Or, mini-bikes, which typically have pull-start engines, basic, exposed frames, and aren’t as refined as motorcycles from major manufacturers. This 1991 Honda Cub EZ90 is… more»

Too Many Doors? 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

One of the most popular cars to clone as a Super Sport 396 is the 1970 Chevelle. But this Malibu is not and will never be an SS tribute simply because it has too many doors. It’s a basic… more»

Cyclops Eye Speedometer! 1956 Studebaker Commander

Studebaker would use the Commander nameplate on and off between 1927 and 1964. In the 1950s, it was typically the mid-range model between the entry-level Champion and the decked-out President. This 1956 edition looks to be in outstanding condition… more»

Super Sharp: 1967 Chevrolet SS 427 4-Speed

Today’s find, a 1967 Chevrolet SS 427 hardtop is one of Chevy’s more confusing models. I’ll do my best to explain the model/package arrangement but in the interim, this is one of 2,124 SS 427s produced in ’67 and… more»

Pristine Commuter: 1988 Honda CRX HF

The Honda CRX has been a cult classic for some time, and in recent years, values have shot up dramatically for good cars. This is especially true for the Si model, which had more power from the factory and… more»

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