Survivor Cars

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

Muscle Truck: 1990 Chevrolet 454 SS Pickup

Some classic vehicles will develop a cult following because they feature svelte lines that are almost seductive. Others will command respect because they feature sophisticated drivetrains that are a triumph of technological innovation. The 1990 Chevrolet 454 SS Pickup… more»

64k Original Miles: 1954 Buick Century Hardtop

The 1950s was an era of unbridled optimism for the American economy, and the buying public was clamoring to park the latest and greatest automotive offerings in their driveways. It was a time when some of the most distinctive… more»

16k Mile Survivor! 1959 Volkswagen Beetle

The person who buys this 1959 Volkswagen Beetle shouldn’t need to spend a dime on it beyond the purchase price. It appears that it has all been done for them, from the immaculate paint to the freshly retrimmed interior…. more»

1 of 922: 1964 Chrysler Imperial Convertible

To help get a leg up on Cadillac and Lincoln, Chrysler redesigned their full-size luxury cars for 1964. They were very different styling-wise compared to what was offered before, thanks to designer Elwood Engel, who hired been hired away… more»

The 2021 Trans Am Nationals In Dayton Ohio

For the past 35 years, Trans Am enthusiasts have been gathering in Dayton, Ohio to celebrate one of the best muscle cars ever produced. This year there were 493 Pontiac Trans Ams, Firebirds, and Formulas representing the complete history… more»

Stately Survivor: 1934 Lincoln KB 7-Passenger Sedan

In 1934, FoMoCo had a very attractively styled lineup following a 1932 refresh, and Lincoln in particular benefited from the sweeping style thanks in part to longer body lines. Just take a look at this feature car, a 1934… more»

390-Powered 1968 Ford Galaxie 500 Survivor

The Galaxie 500 was the mainstay of the Ford lineup for much of the 1960s. That is until the Mustang came along in 1965, but it targeted different buyers. Though the introduction of the luxury LTD (also in ’65)… more»

454 Powered Dually: 1975 Chevrolet C30

I’ve written previously about how some classic vehicles have a sense of presence, but this 1975 Chevrolet C30 “Dually” probably takes that to the next level. It seamlessly combines spotless presentation with an almost imposing appearance, but its beauty… more»

Lap of Luxury: 1966 Cadillac Coupe de Ville

Life can be hectic, and at some point, we all need that circuit breaker. We crave that moment when we can step back from the hustle-and-bustle of our daily existence to draw breath and recharge our batteries. For some,… more»

Rare Roadster: 1983 Blakely Bernardi

The Blakely Bernardi was a kit car produced by Blakely Auto Works out of Princeton, Wisconsin in the 1980s. While other models were available, this one was named after Enrico Bernardi, the Italian inventor of the gasoline internal combustion… more»

74k Original Miles: 1993 Ford Mustang Convertible

When Ford introduced the Fox-Body Mustang in 1979, they envisaged that its production run would reach the mid-1980s. Instead, the model soldiered on until 1993, significantly exceeding those initial expectations. Today, Fox-Bodies, especially later editions, are commanding healthy figures… more»

Displayed At 1953 Concours: 1948 Crosley Race Car

Crosley was a small, independent American car builder from 1939-52. Their products were all subcompacts, almost microcars in some cases. During World War II, their production was diverted to making Jeep-like vehicles for military use. This 1948 Crosley is… more»

Overhead Cam Equipped: 1968 Pontiac LeMans

The LeMans began as a premium trim edition of the new compact Tempest in 1961, later becoming a series of its own as well as growing to a mid-size car. All of GM’s intermediates were redesigned in 1968, including… more»

FBI Surveillance Van: 1991 Ford Econoline E250 HD

If I had more time in my schedule, I would love to allocate a few minutes each week to scanning government auctions for vehicles like these. This is a very clean 1991 Ford E250 HD Econoline van that previously… more»

45k Original Miles: 1989 Ford Mustang GT

While most generations of the Mustang have carried at least a few styling cues from the original vehicles, the Fox-Body cars provide a breath of fresh air. No matter where you look, there is little trace of traditional Mustang… more»

Californian Survivor: 1970 Datsun 1600 Roadster

The Japanese automotive industry has constantly proven that it can learn fast, adapt quickly, and develop innovative vehicles that set new benchmarks in build quality and performance. When you consider that Datsun virtually started from square one following World… more»

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