Survivor Cars

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

One of 1,331: 1958 Porsche 356 Convertible D

The Porsche 356 Convertible D is arguably one of the more collectible of the 356 range, and given its limited production and ties to the iconic Speedster, it’s not hard to see why. Harder to see is yourself driving… more»

9,310 Actual Miles: 1956 Austin Healey 100/4

It seems that among barn find sports cars, we can almost grow immune to the allure of British models in particular. British sports cars have long been popular fixtures among the motoring public, so we don’t tend to get… more»

Tidy Driver: 1952 MG TD

Post-war British sports cars continue to experience a strong following in the classic community. While they may not possess the outright performance of a muscle car, they are still rewarding vehicles that remain affordable and easy to maintain. That… more»

25k Original Miles: 1969 AMC AMX

UPDATE 12/27/2021: It looks like it will hopefully be a case of second time lucky for the owner of this 1969 AMC AMX. His previous auction listing on this classic roared to $40,100, and it appeared that the car… more»

1999 Plymouth Prowler With 2,900 Original Miles!

While it was sometimes criticized as being a triumph of style over substance, the 1999 Plymouth Prowler still offered excellent performance for potential buyers. The car didn’t sell in the volumes that Plymouth hoped, making them a relatively rare… more»

348 Tri-Power: 1958 Chevrolet Impala Hardtop

Occasionally, a car will appear on our desks here at Barn Finds, and I can’t help but think we’ve seen it before. That is the case with this 1958 Chevrolet Impala. A spot of detective work confirmed that it… more»

Super Cobra Jet/Drag Pack: 1970 Ford Torino Cobra

Hidden away in this garage is one of the most potent Fords you could buy in 1970. It is a Torino Cobra that the original owner ordered with the 429 Super Cobra Jet/Drag Pack. That option transformed the mild-mannered… more»

Original Oldsmobile: 1955 Rocket 88

The Oldsmobile 88 was introduced in 1949, an appropriate name since there was already an Olds 78 and Olds 98. This one is from 1955, part of the second generation of these cars, and appears to be in original… more»

Stunning Custom: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air “Golden Anniversary”

When a manufacturer refers to a car as a “Golden Anniversary Edition,” it would be fair to expect that the car in question was built to celebrate fifty years of production for that company. That isn’t the case with… more»

62k Original Miles: 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle SS

The 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle SS remains a staple of the muscle car scene. It’s a model that offers stunning looks and scintillating performance. Good examples will always command plenty of attention in the market, and our feature car is… more»

Two For The Show! GM “Double Header” ’69 Camaro Cutaways

Cutaway displays have been used for decades to show the inner workings of various machinery. Machine gun cutaways are used to familiarize new soldiers with how they function. Car and motorcycle dealerships used to have cutaway displays in their… more»

Fully Documented: 1973 Ford Thuinderbird

We consider ourselves lucky here at Barn Finds because we have readers who will spot wonderful classics for us that we may otherwise miss. That is the case with this 1973 Ford Thunderbird. It seems that Barn Finder Larry… more»

Factory 5-Speed: 1982 Honda Prelude

Many cars produced in the 1980s have disappeared from our roads. The combination of high mileage and plummeting values has seen them driven into the ground before being driven to the junkyard. That fate hasn’t befallen this 1982 Honda… more»

1 of 1,392: 1955 Chrysler Windsor Deluxe Convertible

1955 was a watershed year for Detroit in regards to styling, new engines, dazzling colors and interiors, and sales. A record year with almost eight million automobiles sold. By comparison, the 1954 Chrysler looks frumpy compared to the all… more»

Original 401: 1965 Buick Wildcat

The owner of this 1965 Buick Wildcat recently found it hidden away in a barn. A close inspection revealed a structurally sound classic that would make a rewarding and straightforward restoration project. He has coaxed its original V8 back… more»

No Reserve: 1966 Plymouth Satellite

This 1966 Plymouth Satellite ticks many of the right boxes for potential buyers. It is an overall solid car that is in sound mechanical health. It would benefit from a cosmetic refresh, but potential buyers will be starting this… more»

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