In the collector car market, trends are constantly changing. In the past, perfect examples of 1930s-1950s classics would often be the stars of the auctions. After that, carefully restored muscle cars began selling for outrageous sums. Currently, 1990s sports… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Dec 31, 2021 • For Sale • 24 Comments
One Owner Since New: 1976 Porsche 912
UPDATE: 12/31/2021: It seems that the owner of this 1976 Porsche 912 is determined that it should go to a new home, as he has chosen to list it for sale on a second site to double his chances… more»
Dec 31, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Second Fiddle? 1982 Yamaha Tri-Moto YT125
Seemingly always playing second fiddle to Honda, like Burger King is to McDonald’s or everything is to Amazon, Yamaha made some very nice motorcycles. I have two, at least, that I can think of off-hand. This 1982 Yamaha Tri-Moto… more»
Dec 31, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Rare Leather: 1987 Buick Grand National Limited
This 1987 Buick Grand National is so clean and beautiful it’s hard to believe it has 109,000 miles! The seller claims it is one of about 55 equipped with a tan leather interior, and of course, that is mint… more»
Dec 31, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
1975 Chevrolet C20 454 Camper Special
This extremely original-appearing 1975 Chevrolet C20 Camper Special pickup benefits from a rebuilt engine and transmission. It’s listed for sale here on eBay from a frequent and high-rated seller of classic vehicles and is located in Dallas, Texas. Bidding… more»
Dec 31, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Drivable Barn Find: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette L76
The 1963 model year was a landmark one for the Corvette. It marked the introduction of the all-new C2 version, and it was a year in which the Corvette set a new sales record. Buyers were tripping over themselves… more»
Dec 31, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Original 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T 383 Convertible
The seller is this 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T Convertible’s third owner. He purchased the vehicle in 1983 and used it sparingly before placing it into dry storage for thirty-two years. It has emerged from hiding, and he has returned… more»
Dec 31, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Well-Preserved 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
If you found a desirable classic that had been hidden away in a North Dakota barn for thirty-five years, would you restore it, or would you do your best to preserve it as an original survivor? That was the… more»
Dec 31, 2021 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Desert Find: 1968 Ford Torino GT 390
Buying an older project car from a drier climate will always involve a compromise. While such a climate may be conducive to preserving classic steel, it can exact a high toll in other areas. That is the case with… more»
Dec 30, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Little Bit of Everything! Huge Car Collection For Sale
Every so often, you run across a situation where a car aficionado is selling off his complete collection. In this case, we’re talking about an assortment of cars and trucks from the 1948s thru 1990 that add up to… more»
Dec 30, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Original Owner: 1968 Ford Country Squire 390 Wagon
For over five decades now, this car has been owned by a woman in the Los Angeles area where she bought it brand new and it’s been there ever since. That’s pretty amazing. It’s being sold by the owner’s… more»
Dec 30, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
V6 Turbo Survivor: 1987 Buick Grand National
The pages of automotive history books are littered with examples of buyers purchasing classic cars as a long-term investment, and they have failed to live up to expectations. One example was the 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Indy Pace Car. These… more»
Dec 30, 2021 • For Sale • 31 Comments
10k Mile 1990 Ford LTD Crown Victoria LX
There are some cars wherein you question the low-mileage claims and others where there is no doubt. This 1990 Ford Crown Victoria LX LTD is a case of the latter, as there’s no denying it is in the sort… more»
Dec 30, 2021 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Rare Dangel 4×4: 1985 Peugeot 505 Break
There are a few updates from my personal garage that I need to share; among them, I am a newly minted owner of my first-ever French car, a 1988 Peugeot 505 Wagon that has been upgraded with a 3.0L… more»
Dec 30, 2021 • For Sale • 23 Comments
25k-Mile Survivor: 1977 Plymouth Volare
This listing is a little unusual in that the seller has included good photos and quite a few of them, well done. Low-mile rust-free cars from this era don’t show up that often. It can be found listed here… more»
Dec 29, 2021 • For Sale • 24 Comments
AMX Package: 1974 AMC Javelin
The 1974 model was the end of the road for the AMC Javelin, which lasted from 1969 through 1974 and two styling generations. Those in the know seem to think that AMC may have axed the Javelin due to… more»
