Survivor Cars

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

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Cheap V8-Powered 1977 Chevrolet Nova Concours

From its introduction in 1962 to its retirement in 1979 as a rear-wheel-drive compact, the Chevy II/Nova was one of Chevrolet’s biggest sellers. The fourth generation debuted in 1975 and the magic was still there as the 1977 model… more»

Pinky: 1992 Yamaha TY250R Trials

As with golf, racking up points in a trials ride is a bad thing. No points, good. Points, bad. Having an interesting motorcycle doesn’t hurt either, and this 1992 Yamaha TY250R trials bike is listed here on eBay in… more»

1989 Mercury Grand Marquis Colony Park LS

It’s hard for some of us to realize that a perfectly modern-feeling, easy-starting, luxurious car like this 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis Colony Park LS is three-and-a-half decades old now, give or take. This is a car that you can… more»

Muscle Wagon: 1969 Chrysler Town & Country 440

Talk about a big project, big in every way. It’s big, as in just under 19 feet in length, and big as in almost two-and-a-half tons. When you look at the photos, you’ll also see that this 1969 Chrysler… more»

Original 409: 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS

Practicality can never be underestimated when assessing whether a classic car can fulfill a potential owner’s ongoing needs. If the enthusiast has a growing family, a vehicle that comfortably seats five people could be an ideal choice. When it… more»

Ultimate Poster Car: 1990 Ferrari F40

I’m willing to stick my neck on the line and say that the 1990 F40 was not the best-looking car to roll out of Ferrari’s factory in Maranello, Italy. It is a subjective opinion, but I’ve always felt the… more»

Success Story: 1982 Peugeot 505 S Turbo Diesel

We auctioned this Peugeot 505 S Turbo Diesel back in August of 2022, but unfortunately, it didn’t meet the seller’s reserve. Thankfully we have a great Make An Offer system, so shortly after this one rolled over we received… more»

Original Paint 1951 Sunbeam S7 Deluxe 500cc

Sunbeam has a bit of a complicated history, at least as far as motorcycles go. We aren’t talking about your iron, hair dryer, or other appliances, but the BMW-derived motorcycles that were built under the auspices of Birmingham Small… more»

Rare Japanese Super Car: 1967 Toyota 2000GT

Halo models are common as manufacturers showcase their technological, engineering, or luxury credentials. Most car makers have produced at least one, making me wonder whether this 1967 Toyota 2000GT could be the ultimate example of the breed. The company… more»

One-Owner 1936 John Deere Model D

Styled or unstyled, that is the question (in my best Bill Shakespeare voice). Jamie Palmer is our resident John Deere expert having spent years rolling up his sleeves in the think tank at corporate HQ, but I thought I’d… more»

Dry Climate Survivor: 1969 Pontiac GTO

Although automobile manufacturers are moving towards the world of zero-emission vehicles, a hardy group of souls resists such changes. They admit there is nothing as eerily quiet as an electric car. However, there is nothing that sets pulses racing… more»

Low Mileage and Pristine: 1989 Beretta GTU

In the late eighties, Chevy was producing more than a few really attractive cars.  Obviously, the Corvette and Camaro were stunningly well designed, but these good looks trickled down to more pedestrian models.  That translated into what GM loves… more»

17K Miles! 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible

Remember when all of the regulations in the 1970s came to a head and convertibles were thought to be gone forever after 1976? Yeah, me, too. We know that it didn’t happen but it sure scared a lot of… more»

50k Mile 1971 Ford LTD Country Squire Wagon

According to a 1971 Ford brochure, “The finest expression of Wagonmaster art…Ford LTD Country Squire. This is the one that blazes the trails, makes the rules, sets the trends. LTD Country Squire by Ford. Eighteen feet of woodtoned elegance… more»

High Quality, High Mileage: 1984 Mercedes 300 Turbo Diesel

In the late seventies and early eighties, automakers were experimenting with diesel engines.  Some of these experiments were a huge waste of time, money, and customer loyalty.  Others managed to nearly perfect the engines, only to find that customers… more»

35k Mile Survivor: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

The Pontiac Trans Am was already a hot car when the movie Smokey and the Bandit came out in May 1977. The flick helped raise sales from 46,700 in 1976 to a peak of 117,100 copies in 1979, the… more»

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