Survivor Cars

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

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Bone Stock Z32: 1993 Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo

The Z32-chassis Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo is one of the more iconic Japanese sports cars to emerge from the early 19990s but it’s still difficult to this day to pick a winner from that bumper crop of high-end coupes…. more»

Incredible Survivor! 1965 Ford Galaxie 500

“As remarkable as their looks is the hush in which ’65 Fords move.” So says a 1965 Ford brochure pointing out the newly-designed, beautiful, stacked-headlight line of cars from Ford. Speaking of beautiful, this 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 sedan… more»

Yes, It Has Jump Seats! 1979 Subaru BRAT

While our own young man, the wonder from down under – Adam Clarke – might refer to this vehicle as a Brumby, most of us would refer to it as a BRAT: a Bi-drive Recreational All-terrain Transporter. This one… more»

9,898-Mile 1984 Chevrolet Cavalier F41 Convertible

I wonder if a Cadillac Cimmaron convertible would have sold in any decent numbers? The powers that be at GM must have had junket after junket on some tropical island crunching numbers and figured that nothing but a four-door… more»

6-Banger Survivor: 1965 Chevrolet Impala

Here’s a trivia question for you. What GM car outsold the popular Ford Mustang in 1965? The answer is the Chevrolet Impala, which had 803,400 deliveries vs. the Mustang’s 680,500 (this includes the “1964 ½”  Mustangs built as 1965s… more»

45K Original Miles: 1981 Dodge Mirada

The Dodge Mirada is an intriguing choice for an affordable classic that has more pedigree than you might think. The Mirada is a big body coupe with an emphasis on luxury and some level of a sporting personality, and… more»

58k-Mile Survivor: 1989 Pontiac Bonneville SSE

As I keep staring at this Pontiac Bonneville, I just can’t help but appreciate how groovy these cars look when the SSE package was incorporated.  The eighth generation Bonneville came out around the time GM was transitioning many of… more»

No Rust One-Owner 1976 Ford Mustang II Cobra II

Original, one-owner, California car, new tires, four-speed, and the list goes on and on. Ok, all that is regarding a 1976 Ford Mustang II Cobra II, not exactly everyone’s favorite car, or line of cars, but still, this one… more»

590 Miles! 1986 SUZUKI GSX-R1100

This 1986 Suzuki GSX-R1100 has an incredible engine that’s over 21 times bigger than most of my oddball motorcycle engines, that’s crazy. I need to kick it up a notch, apparently. The seller has three of these bikes listed on… more»

Stunning Survivor: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

When Chevrolet released the first Camaro Z28 in 1967, it was one of the automotive world’s best-kept secrets. That explains why only 602 buyers ordered a potent car that would become a desirable and valuable classic. The Z28 badge… more»

All Original 1960 Harley-Davidson Topper

Scooters were fairly popular in post-war America as relatively inexpensive and fun ways to get around, and they’re still a fun way to get into the vintage vehicle hobby without breaking the bank. The seller has this 1960 Harley-Davidson… more»

Amazing Survivor! 1930 Packard Deluxe Eight Dual Cowl Phaeton

“Summer Dresses – Mrs. Payne” adorns the removable travel trunk of this stately phaeton. That simple phrase punctuates the rarified air of Packard ownership during the brand’s high water years. The 1930 Packard Deluxe Eight Dual Cowl Phaeton in… more»

Nicest One Left? 1988 Dodge Ramcharger 4×4

Definitely falling under the “Nicest One Left” category, this 1988 Dodge Ramcharger 4×4 appears to be in outstanding original condition. The seller comes right out in the first sentence of their description and says that they bought it to… more»

Original 428 Cobra Jet: 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible

Rarity claims are a dime a dozen in the classic world, with some withstanding scrutiny better than others. Take this 1969 Mustang Convertible as a prime example. If you factor in its mechanical configuration, paint color, and interior trim,… more»

Seasonal Driver: 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible

In terms of looks alone, this era of the venerable Oldsmobile Cutlass is one of the best-looking ever made – in my humble opinion. Sure, you’ve got the classic Cutlass, and there’s no denying the style and brawn of… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1976 Ford Granada Ghia

In the U.S., Ford borrowed the Granada name from Ford of Europe for its new compact that launched in 1975. Eventually, it would replace the Maverick, but for a couple of years, they were both available to buyers with… more»

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