Survivor Cars

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

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Rare Continental Orange: 1977 Porsche 911S

I’ll admit it, I prefer the pre-’73 non-Federal bumper Porsche 911. I would imagine that most do. You place a ramming speed banger on a Ford LTD or a Buick Deuce and a Quarter, no one’s going to notice…. more»

One-Owner 16k Mile 1974 Ford Pinto

The early 1970s marked the entrance of U.S. automakers into the growing subcompact car market. Two of them were introduced in 1971, the Chevy Vega and the Ford Pinto. The latter would see a 10-year production run that resulted… more»

Dropping Price: 1983 Chevrolet Caprice Estate

Over-capitalizing on a project build is a piece of cake. Been there, done that! That is the story behind this 1983 Chevrolet Caprice Estate. The seller purchased the Wagon as a family joke, but they have since sunk thousands… more»

Rare Supercharger! 1964 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk

The Gran Turismo or GT Hawk was the last variant of the Studebaker Hawk that dated to the mid-1950s. It was only produced in 1962 through 1964, discontinued at Christmas 1963 when the company ceased automobile production in the… more»

Runs Great: 1990 Ford Mustang LX

Enthusiasts with limited skills or those considering a first restoration project can often feel overwhelmed by the prospect of countless hours of panel and rust repairs. This will lead some to spend their cash on a turnkey vehicle, while… more»

Driver With Patina: 1940 Packard 120

Want a restoration candidate you can drive while you slowly improve it? This ragged-but-right 1940 Packard 120 (or One Twenty) sedan in Mendocino County, California on Craigslist would seem to fit the bill. The asking price is a modest… more»

Fly Like a Bird! 1972 Buick Skylark

Buick adopted the Skylark (a species of bird) nameplate in the early 1950s and it would stick around for most of the rest of the 20th Century. It’s most commonly remembered as a mid-size car along the lines of… more»

Time Capsule Survivor: 1992 Chevrolet Lumina Z34

If I’d been keeping a keener eye on GM offerings during the early nineties, the Chevrolet Lumina Z34 would have undoubtedly captured my attention and I just might have ended up with one instead of the car I eventually… more»

273-Equipped: 1967 Dodge Dart Convertible

With winter fast approaching, now might seem like an odd time to splash the cash on a classic Convertible. However, nothing could be further from the truth. The cold weather allows the opportunity for an owner to spend time… more»

One-Owner Survivor: 1967 Pontiac GTO

Classics with a known ownership history are always viewed favorably by enthusiasts. When the car in question is a desirable model meticulously preserved, that interest becomes sky-high. That is the story behind this 1967 Pontiac GTO, which the seller… more»

Recently Revived: 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL

When the seller located this beautiful 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL, it had been parked since 1990. They worked through a meticulous revival process that consumed thousands of dollars. However, it has proved a wise investment because it is… more»

1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra With 3,695 Original Miles!

Sometimes, a classic will appear on our desks at Barn Finds that genuinely pushes the boundaries. Such is the case with this 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra. It isn’t the first example we’ve seen and undoubtedly won’t be the… more»

15k Mile 1968 Shelby Mustang GT350 Convertible

Only 1,664 buyers elected to splash their cash on a Shelby Mustang GT350 in 1968, with 404 selecting the Convertible variant. This is one of those cars, although its drivetrain combination increases its rarity and desirability. It presents superbly,… more»

Original 427/4-Speed: 1967 Chevrolet Corvette

Update 10/10/23 – This Corvette has been relisted here on eBay almost a whole year after we first featured it. Will it find a new home this time around? From 9/10/22 – If you wanted to drive fast in… more»

Rare Coupe: 1976 Jaguar XJ6C

Enthusiasts seeking a luxurious European classic often find it hard to ignore vehicles like the Jaguar XJ6. Those cars feature low and sleek styling, plus all the interior trim touches expected from a luxury model from that country. Our… more»

Garage-Kept Survivor: 1975 Ford Bronco

The classic market has been volatile during the past year, with some models suffering more than others. The First Generation Bronco has been a consistent performer for years, but even it hasn’t been immune. However, solid and original examples… more»