The passing years will often leave off-roaders looking battered and bruised. A life spent bashing their way into remote and inhospitable locations will leave its mark, with scratches and dings shouting proudly to the world they have experienced plenty… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Nicest One Left? 1989 Suzuki Sidekick 4×4
I’m showing my age by saying that whenever I hear the word sidekick, I think of Ed McMahon. Everyone under 40 (50?) just fell asleep, but hopefully a few of you know who I’m talking about. This 1989 Suzuki… more»
Beautiful in Brown: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300D
This clean 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300D remains in surprisingly nice condition for having almost 200,000 miles on the clock. That sort of mileage shouldn’t be any cause for concern given how long-lived the W123 chassis cars are. The color may… more»
Legendary Survivor: 1980 Ford Falcon XD “Allan Moffat Racing”
For American readers, the name Allan Moffat may spark a vague memory in the depths of their minds. For Australians, he is a man of legendary status. He was the country’s first genuine professional racing driver, and his career… more»
Diesel Hauler: 1984 Chevrolet K10 Silverado
Appropriate tow vehicles can be a significant investment for owners needing to haul a heavy load. However, more affordable alternatives are available for those not fixated on owning the latest and greatest models. That’s where vehicles like this 1984… more»
Nicest One Left? 1972 Ford LTD Brougham
Gold is an appropriate color for this gem. I don’t know the exact color of this 1972 Ford LTD Brougham two-door hardtop as the seller didn’t include a photo of the data card, but this car looks great no… more»
German Express: 1986 Porsche 944 Turbo
Although I’ve never felt a genuine passion for Porsches, I have long admired the company’s engineering prowess. Their racing models often produce staggering horsepower, but most road cars fall in the modest category. That it can extract impressive performance… more»
Unmolested Survivor: 1981 Chevrolet Corvette
By 1981, It was known that Chevrolet had essentially finalized the specifications of a new Corvette to replace the venerable C3 and that it was scheduled for release in 1983. It meant that any remaining changes to the existing… more»
1,300 Miles! 1979 Ford Ranchero 500
I guess I could have entitled this post, “The End”! From the company that created the hybrid car/truck, known as the Ranchero, Ford decided to pull the plug on their very functional Ute at the end of the 1979… more»
Display Model: 1950 Volkswagen Beetle
It isn’t unusual for a dealer to borrow an example of an older model of their brand to display in their showroom as a lure for potential customers. This 1950 Volkswagen Beetle takes that concept to greater heights, having… more»
$6,000 Base Model? 1988 Chevrolet Sprint Metro
The very definition of bare bones, General Motors offered a version of the Suzuki Cultus in both Chevrolet and Geo form, in this case, it’s a 1988 Chevrolet Sprint Metro. The seller has this bottom-tier economy car listed here… more»
Two-Owner Survivor: 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
As a mid-size car produced between 1966 and 1997, the Olds Cutlass Supreme would become not only the company’s most popular automobile but also the highest-selling model in its class. The fourth generation built from 1978 to 1988 was… more»
Low Mileage Firefighter: 1972 International Harvester 1210 Pickup
International Harvester’s ill-fated light truck line was nearing the end of its days when the D-series was designed in 1969. IH had been reaching in vain for the key to this lucrative market, and while the new trucks had… more»
15k Original Miles: 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
Certain terms get over-used in the classic community, and many enthusiasts will agree that “time capsule” is one. However, it could be applied to this 1985 Camaro Z28 because it is as original and spotless as the day it… more»
Ultimate 90s Machine: 1993 Toyota Supra Twin Turbo
If you’re of a certain age, few modern sports cars are more iconic than the MKIV Toyota Supra. Before it was the halo car of The Fast and the Furious franchise, the Supra was already iconic. Its shape, the… more»
















