Survivor Cars

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

Low Mileage Survivor! 1941 Ford De Luxe “Opera” Coupe

From one of my favorite dealers in Portland, Oregon, comes this wonderful, well-documented 1941 Ford “Opera” coupe with only 48,200 original miles. The recipient of three Rouge awards attesting to its originality, this coupe can be found at Matthews… more»

Simply Stunning: 1972 Buick Gran Sport 455 Stage 1

Occasionally, classics appear on our desks at Barn Finds that almost defy description. Such is the case with this 1972 Buick Gran Sport 455 Stage 1. The word “stunning” springs to mind, although even that doesn’t do it justice…. more»

Genuine Survivor: 1972 Imperial LeBaron

The Malaise Era hadn’t bitten vehicle performance deeply in 1972, although the signs were there that times were going to become pretty challenging for vehicle manufacturers. This Imperial LeBaron rolled off the line during that model year, featuring a… more»

Restored One-Owner: 1972 Pontiac LeMans GT

Some classics are jaw-dropping, and this 1972 Pontiac LeMans GT is no exception. It is a one-owner gem that presents in as-new condition following a frame-off restoration. No aspect of this classic escaped the builder’s attention, and if Pontiac… more»

6k Original Miles: 1972 Cadillac Eldorado

We are no strangers to low-mile classics at Barn Finds. While some seller claims are verifiable via documentation, others must be taken on face value. This 1972 Cadillac Eldorado falls into the second category because the seller’s information is… more»

One Owner: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary

It is that time of year when many people’s thoughts turn to celebrations. Family Christmas get-togethers, Christmas parties, and New Year festivities are the order of the day. Pontiac threw its own party in 1979, and the Trans Am… more»

Recently Revived: 1960 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk I BN7

Classic British sports cars enjoy a strong following in the current market, particularly if they feature a known and documented history. This 1960 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk I BN7, spotted by my offsider, Russell Glantz, ticks that box admirably. It… more»

Runs And Drives Great: 2000 Chevrolet S-10 LS Extended Cab

In Michigan where I live, almost every town is a “GM Town,” meaning that a significant number of the town’s residents either work (or have worked) for GM or have a family member or friend who works for GM…. more»

23K Mile 4 Speed: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am

Of the 46,704 Trans Ams built by Pontiac in 1976, only 7,528 were equipped with the 455 cubic inch V8 engine. The only transmission offered with the 455 V8 engine was the Borg Warner T10 4 speed manual transmission…. more»

60K Mile Original: 1963 GMC Series 1002 Pickup

It shames me to admit it, but I’ve never owned a proper pickup truck. Although I’ve long used my ’65 Dodge Dart wagon for similar purposes, it’s not the same as throwing greasy engine parts over the bedside to… more»

5-Speed Survivor: 1991 Subaru Justy GL 4WD

We’ve only seen eight examples of the Subaru Justy here on Barn Finds over the years, and only one other four-door sedan. They’re known rusters, but this example looks great, despite a few dings here and there. The seller… more»

Santa’s Sports Sleigh: Antique Portland Cutter

More suited for Santa and Mrs. Claus to take a romantic ride through the snow than a sleigh, this Antique Portland Cutter was meant to be a cozier way to get around. They wouldn’t have been as popular for… more»

No Reserve: 1981 DMC DeLorean

Many people dream of seeing their name on a car company, but few achieve that goal. Of those, only the lucky and astute achieve sales success. Others crash and burn, sometimes quietly, and others are spectacular failures. The DeLorean… more»

Factory Air: 1973 Triumph TR6

It’s fascinating how some classics make an immediate and unforgettable first impression. Such is the case with me and the Triumph TR6. I clearly remember seeing my first TR6 as a teenager, and while it probably wasn’t love at… more»

9K Original Miles? 1974 Toyota Hilux

This 1974 Toyota Hilux seems like it should be a bigger deal given it supposedly has under 10,000 original miles, but it doesn’t seem to be taking off just yet. These early trucks are humble yet mighty, even if… more»

Stored 30 Years: 1956 Chrysler Windsor

Yesterday, it was this 1967 Chrysler Newport Custom, and today, I’m going to wind things back about a decade and take a look at the Chrysler division’s offerings for 1956, specifically in the form of this beautiful Windsor four-door… more»

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