Survivor Cars

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

Big-Block Barn Find: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS

We all dream of that moment when we open the door of a shed or barn to locate automotive gold. For some people, that never happens. For the owner of this 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS, they struck paydirt. They… more»

Original Big Wheel: 1985 Yamaha BW200

I never really thought about it before, but with the 1980s being an era when where starting and owning a business was a real goal for a lot of people, even the names of a couple of motorcycles reflected… more»

Cheap Pair: 1990 Chrysler TC’s by Maserati

The Chrysler TC by Maserati was a “grand tourer” that was born out of a joint venture between Chrysler and Italian-based Maserati. The goal was to improve Chrysler’s image as a “blue-collar” automobile builder. Due to production delays, a… more»

Nice Driver: 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe

In the automotive world, styling trends can be fickle. In 1959, owning a Cadillac with the iconic and enormous fins was very much a must-have for potential buyers. A couple of years later, this feature was considered by many… more»

Many Parts Included: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

When a buyer is considering tackling a restoration project, one of the most daunting tasks can be compiling a list of the parts required to return a rusty body to a structurally sound state. That is not a problem… more»

No Reserve: 1970 Ford Torino GT

Sometimes an enthusiast will search for a classic project car, and their list of requirements seems insurmountable. However, if you are searching for a classic Ford with more than five decades under its belt that is solid and mechanically… more»

Black Plate Survivor: 1954 Studebaker Commander Regal Starlight Coupe

This 1954 Studebaker Commander Regal Starlight Coupe is an attractive survivor that is ready to be enjoyed by a new owner. It isn’t perfect, but it would still turn heads wherever it goes. It has spent its life in… more»

Fully Documented Survivor: 1972 Plymouth Duster 340

Finding an original classic car that presents as nicely as this 1972 Plymouth Duster 340 is a pleasant experience. When the vehicle in question comes with an enormous collection of documentation dating back to Day One, that increases the… more»

Two V8s! 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

UPDATE 12/11/2021: It seems that the owner of this 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe had no success with his last listing. At that time, bidding reached $55,655, but this was still short of the reserve. Therefore, it appears that he’s… more»

Rare 5-Speed: 1987 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z

Photos aren’t the best for this claimed unrestored 1987 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z28 with the rare five-speed manual and T-top roof, but if the details are accurate, it looks to be an impressive survivor. The paint and decals aren’t original,… more»

Sno Goer: 1985 ASV Track Truck 2500

These half-track/half-wheel beasts are hard to categorize. They can be used either with snow or without snow, although you may have a tough time breaking trails with wheels on the front rather than tracks. This 1985 ASV Track Truck… more»

Nova’s Last Gasp: 1985 Chevrolet Nova

A Chevy Novawhatwho?! Taupe is the perfect color for this 1985 Chevrolet Nova to blend into almost any background, including the background of badge-engineered cars from this era. The seller has this California-built car posted here on craigslist in… more»

11,771 Miles: 1971 International Harvester Cargostar

The inception of the International Harvester Company dates all the way back to 1909 when the company began and initially marketed its trucks to farmers.  It took little time for the trucks to become successful in the farming industry,… more»

Rare Drop Top: 1965 NSU Spider

UPDATE 12/10/2021: It seems that the owner of this 1965 NSU Spyder had no success in finding a buyer for this rare classic last time, so he’s taking another shot at it. Maybe he’s hoping that with the festive… more»

Only 13k Miles? 1984 Ford Mustang SVO Turbo

Pat L. sent us the link to this 1984 Ford Mustang SVO. It was an innovative car that featured a 4 cylinder turbo engine. The Mustang is located in Addison, Texas which is a suburb of Dallas. The car… more»

Parked in ’92: 1962 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible

This 1962 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible last saw active service nearly three decades ago. It is a solid and largely complete classic that would make a rewarding restoration project for its next owner. Its rust issues are minimal, while its… more»

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