The Mirada was a personal luxury car fielded by Dodge from 1980-83. It shared its J-body platform with the Chrysler Cordoba and Imperial and was a derivative of the Aspen/Volare. It was offered during some of Chrysler’s most difficult… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Oct 16, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
1991 Ford Mustang LX 5.0 With Only 5,557 Miles!
From the colors to the condition, this Fox body Ford Mustang LX with the preferred 5.0L V8 engine is a true specimen, and it has the added bonus of having under 6,000 original miles. The Mustang is striking in… more»
Oct 16, 2021 • For Sale • 5 Comments
No Reserve 1974 Ford F250 Ranger XLT Highboy
For people seeking a classic pickup, this 1974 Ford F250 Highboy ticks many of the right boxes. It is a one-owner survivor that is largely unmolested. It features a healthy V8 under the hood and is in exceptional condition… more»
Oct 16, 2021 • For Sale • 57 Comments
450hp Survivor: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 LS6
It seems that some muscle cars are more muscular than others, and that is graphically demonstrated by this 1970 Chevelle SS 454. It is an original and unrestored survivor, and the original V8 under the hood will give the… more»
Oct 16, 2021 • For Sale • 5 Comments
56k Mile Survivor: 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
Until recently, this 1985 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS had spent the entire 21st Century to date hidden away in dry storage. It has just emerged from hiding, and what was revealed is a tidy and clean survivor with a… more»
Oct 15, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Original 428: 1966 Ford Thunderbird Town Landau
The 1966 model year was the final for production of the Fourth Generation Thunderbird, and while it was also marked the year of the lowest production figures for that generation, 69,176 buyers still saw fit to give one of… more»
Oct 15, 2021 • For Sale • 25 Comments
42,000 Original Miles: 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24
Here’s a car from my youth that I never thought I’d classify as desirable: a clean Chevrolet Cavalier Z24. This is a bit of an amazing specimen of a car that was typically chucked aside when the first mechanical… more»
Oct 15, 2021 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Stunning Restoration: 1969 Pontiac GTO “The Judge”
If an enthusiast is going to undertake a classic car restoration, commencing that progress with a rock-solid and original candidate could never be considered a bad thing. That is the story with this 1969 Pontiac GTO “Judge.” This Pontiac… more»
Oct 15, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Jack Nicklaus Edition: 1993 Lincoln Town Car
There’s only a handful of cars from the luxury segment that has managed to ride the “rad” wave of vehicles from the 80s and 90s that are beginning to appreciate, at least in sentiment among younger enthusiasts. The Lincoln… more»
Oct 15, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Won’t Last Long! Creampuff 1979 MGB
Rubber-bumper (1975 and later) MGBs are one of the least expensive ways to get into a British touring car, and this one is a really nice one at a great price! You can see the ad for the car… more»
Oct 15, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Depression Era Dream: 1932 Ford Roadster Survivor
Few cars are as iconic as the 1932 Ford. Fewer still have the luxury of remaining unrestored after 89 years. This 1932 Ford is one of those rare and sought-after few. Very original and being equipped with the flathead… more»
Oct 15, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
No Reserve Survivor: 10K Mile 1988 Toyota Pickup
What is it about commuter cars or “stripper” vehicles showing up in bone-stock, original condition that gets bidders excited? Perhaps it’s because they so often turn into beaters and are decidedly harder to find in a preserved state than… more»
Oct 14, 2021 • For Sale • 20 Comments
16k Original Miles: 1973 Chrysler New Yorker 4-Door Hardtop
While there’s nothing quite like slipping behind the wheel of a high-performance classic to savor all that it has to offer, there are times when we all need life to move at a more sedate pace. It is those… more»
Oct 14, 2021 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Big Window Shortbed: 1955 GMC 100 Deluxe Pickup
The 1955 model year marked one of significant change for the GMC truck range. The company started the year offering customers its aging “New Design.” However, it launched its significantly upgraded Blue Chip range on March 25th of that… more»
Oct 14, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Originality Abounds: 1966 Dodge Coronet 440 Hardtop
When you encounter a 1966 Dodge Coronet, you have to wonder how many of these things did Dodge kick out? They were everywhere years ago and are still frequently encountered today. I remember them in many applications but probably… more»
Oct 14, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
V6 Power! 1977 Ford Pinto Wagon
Over the last week, we have covered a ’76 Chevrolet Vega and an ’80 Chevrolet Monza, a Vega replacement, and many have opined around the subject of the ill-fated Vega’s engine and what could have been done to ameliorate… more»
