Classic cars from the 1960s were famous for many things, including stunning looks and impressive performance. Many were also renowned for dissolving like a soluble aspirin at the merest suggestion of rain. It seems that few manufacturers were immune,… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Oct 27, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
1 of 100? 1978 Dodge Dreamer RV Hauler
It’s no mystery that I’m a huge fan of unusual (oddball?) vehicles, the weirder and more obscure the better. If they’re even barely usable, even better! Well, maybe not that part, but I would have no real use for… more»
Oct 27, 2021 • For Sale • 25 Comments
No Reserve: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
After thirty years in their care, the owners of this 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray have decided that the time has come for it to find a new home. They are the car’s seconds owners, and the indications are that… more»
Oct 27, 2021 • For Sale • 25 Comments
43K Original Miles: 1990 Buick Riviera
There’s not much time left to bid on this survivor Buick Riviera that has just 43,000 miles from new and is offered up with no reserve. While not necessarily the high water mark for Buick’s famous nameplate, this generation… more»
Oct 26, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Hot Rod Shop Truck: 1954 Dodge Pickup
A non-enthusiast may be hard-pressed to tell the difference between a B-Series 1953 Dodge pickup and the C-Series 1954 model. Although there are many similar styling cues, the new truck was completely redesigned from the ground up. Starting at… more»
Oct 26, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
One Year Only: 1972 Buick Skylark Sun Coupe
The Sun Coupe was a one-year-only option on the 1972 Skylark 350 Sport Coupe, with its manual-folding vinyl sunroof and special carpeting and badging. It was in addition to traditional convertibles that would be in their last year as… more»
Oct 26, 2021 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Rare 302/4-Speed: 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7
The owner of this 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7 describes its condition as jaw-dropping, and when you examine the supplied photos, it seems like a fair assessment. Its overall presentation is stunning, and its drivetrain configuration increases its overall desirability…. more»
Oct 26, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Loaded 4×4: 1981 Jeep J10 Thriftside
I noticed that this 1981 Jeep J10 4×4 pickup has a factory CB radio and I was hoping that it was a rare 10-4 edition with special graphics, but I don’t think it is. In any case, the seller… more»
Oct 26, 2021 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Rent-A-Racer: 1968 AMC AMX Hertz
Most performance car enthusiasts are aware of the program conducted by Hertz in the 1960s that was called Rent-A-Racer. People could wander off the street and drive away in some of the most desirable cars from the era. The… more»
Oct 26, 2021 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Same Owner 30 Years: 1983 AMC Eagle SX/4
There are a lot of small cars being made today but there aren’t many small two-door cars. I can’t think of a small two-door car with 4WD being made today but I’m sure there will be a few folks… more»
Oct 26, 2021 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Rare Dealer Special Edition: 1986 Toyota 4Runner
This 1986 Toyota 4Runner would be an impressive specimen all by itself, but the additional graphics, chrome plating, and interior enhancements tell you it’s more than just your everyday RN60 truck. The seller contends that the cosmetic upgrades were… more»
Oct 25, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Champagne Series Sportop: 1966 International Harvester Scout
The owner of this 1966 International Harvester Scout Champagne Series Sportop found the vehicle hidden away in an Arizona barn. It had been sitting since 2002, but he has revived it and returned the Scout to active duty. It… more»
Oct 25, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Olympic Collectors Edition: 1984 Chevrolet Camaro
Chevrolet introduced the third generation Camaro in 1982 with great fanfare. The second-generation design enjoyed a long life being introduced in 1970 and lasting all the way to 1981. The third generation design was quite a departure from the… more»
Oct 25, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Drive and Restore: 1973 Oldsmobile 442
The 1973 model year marked a change in direction for Oldsmobile’s 442. It was now based upon the new Colonnade body style, and thanks to the upgraded impact regulations that had come into force, it was significantly heavier than… more»
Oct 25, 2021 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Spotless 1960 Jaguar XK150 Fixed-Head Coupe
The owner of this 1960 Jaguar XK150 Fixed-Head Coupe describes its condition as pristine. When you examine the supplied photos, it is hard to disagree with that assessment. Every aspect of the car presents superbly and is in keeping… more»
Oct 25, 2021 • For Sale • 20 Comments
22k Original Miles: 1974 Chevrolet El Camino Classic
The 1974 model year was one where the Chevrolet El Camino received some minor external upgrades, but the company added the Classic as its range-topping offering. This didn’t bring any performance upgrades to the table but added more luxurious… more»
