Survivor Cars

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

Tidy Survivor: 1996 Ford Bronco Eddie Bauer Edition

Motoring tastes can change, and when the final Bronco rolled off the Wayne, Michigan, production line on June 12th, 1996, many people saw it as the end of an era. Buyers had begun to turn their backs on these… more»

4×4 Survivor: 1979 Chevrolet LUV

To combat the rising demand for compact pickups like the Mazda-built Ford Courier (as well as Datsun and Toyota imports), Chevy partnered with Isuzu in 1972. The result was the Chevy LUV, which stood for Light Utility Vehicle. The… more»

Original Owner: 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado

Oldsmobile had a long history of offering a diverse range of cars, from massive luxury cruisers to muscle cars. The Toronado might be one of their more interesting offerings, as they were luxurious, powerful, and equipped with a unique… more»

Cash or Trade: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Finding a relatively affordable C2 Corvette Convertible can be a battle in today’s classic market, but this 1965 model could be a strong candidate. It is an original vehicle that is structurally sound and presents well. The cash price… more»

898 Original Miles! 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII LSC

There’s a lot to be said for owning the last of a breed, especially in the world of classic luxury cars. The final production examples of a particular model should theoretically be the best of their type. The manufacturer… more»

1 of 8 Made: 1978 Dodge Magnum GT

A few things we love: survivor cars, long-term ownership, and rare options and configurations. This 1978 Dodge Magnum GT seemingly has it all, with the seller being the long-time original owner who took this Magnum home from Bruce Rossmeyer… more»

Original Paint: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

One of the joys of writing for Barn Finds is having the honor to review some genuinely amazing classic cars. Whether they are desirable muscle cars unearthed after decades in a dusty barn or original and magnificently preserved survivors,… more»

1974 AMC Gremlin With 8,700 Genuine Miles!

While it has often been the target of cruel jokes, the AMC Gremlin has developed a strong following in today’s classic market. Tidy examples can generate plenty of interest amongst enthusiasts, but this ramps up when the vehicle in… more»

VW Powered: 1979 Puma GT 1600

Well, I guess I have heard of a Puma but if one asked me what it looked like, I would have been hard-pressed to offer a description – I’m more familiar with Puma shoes. Anyway, when first catching a… more»

46K Mile Survivor: 1960 Ford Fairlane 500

About a week ago, we covered this rare 1960 Edsel and there were numerous comments comparing the similarities and differences to the same year Ford. So today, for your review, we have a 1960 Ford Fairlane 500, “Club Sedan”… more»

Solid Survivor: 1975 Plymouth Valiant Brougham

I love the idea of a luxurious Plymouth and don’t get me wrong, there have been a few of them over the decades before they quietly (while the rest of us kicked our feet) went away in 2001. The… more»

Small Survivor: 1980 Plymouth Arrow Truck

Plymouth sold the Plymouth Arrow in either a car or a truck from the mid-1970s to the early-1980s in the US and it’s fairly unusual to see either of them today. They were rebadged Mitsubishis and this 1980 Plymouth… more»

Easy Project? 1958 Triumph TR3A

The Triumph TR3 was a British sports car built between 1955-62. It succeeded the TR2 model with greater power and improved braking. The TR3A was a slight evolution to the TR3 but was never an official model. This ’58… more»

40k Original Miles: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible

For decades, Chevrolet’s 1957 Bel Air has been a staple of the classic car scene. It is a trend that probably won’t change, and good examples still command impressive prices. Our feature car is not what I would classify… more»

One Family Owned: 1966 Ford Bronco Half Cab Pickup

We see an eclectic mix of classics here at Barn Finds, with one of the more popular being Ford’s First Generation Bronco. While never deemed the sales success the company hoped for when new, the Bronco’s stakes have risen… more»

14k Miles and Plum Crazy! 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A

Dodge was the last major U.S. automaker to field a “pony car” in 1970 when it went into production sharing the all-new platform of the Plymouth Barracuda. At the same time, the company wanted to go racing in the… more»

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