Survivor Cars

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

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Dual Horns! 1975 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible

The horns attached to the front of this 1975 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible make a bold statement. They won’t appeal to everyone but would undoubtedly start conversations wherever this classic goes. Looking beyond the horns reveals a solid survivor in… more»

1969 Shasta 17-Foot Starflyte Trailer

A 17-foot trailer with a bathroom (toilet and shower) is all most of us need for a good road trip. This 1969 Shasta Starflyte is light enough that most small pickups or SUVs could easily pull it. The seller… more»

Really Red: 1976 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

One comment on my recent write-up of a 1976 Ford Elite stood out to me — “If the law of percentages was driving the number of low-mileage Elites out there, we’d be seeing more than twice as many low-mileage… more»

Nicest Professor’s Car Left? 1986 Saab 900S

They (whoever they is) always say to buy the nicest vehicle you can find, it’s much cheaper than restoring a clunker with an inexpensive asking price. This 1986 Saab 900S may be the nicest one left, and the seller… more»

Rare 1976 Jaguar XJC Coupe With V8 Power!

This is a very attractive offering here on eBay in Daytona Beach, Florida, a nicely restored and rare 1976 Jaguar XJC that started life with the trouble-prone 12-cylinder engine but now has more reliable Chevrolet V8 power. The car… more»

Get Away From It All: 1962 Shasta Compact Trailer

In 1941, just before America got involved in WWII, Shasta started making camping trailers and they’re still going strong today. With remote working a reality today, get away from it all in this 1962 Shasta Compact trailer! It’s listed… more»

1,313 Miles? 1988 Oldsmobile Toronado

This 1988 Oldsmobile Toronado is from an interesting era, but I guess every era is interesting in one way or another. GM downsized the fourth-generation (1986-1992) Toronado just as gas prices dropped below $1.00 a gallon. The seller has… more»

Lightly Restored Driver: 1990 Jeep Wagoneer

This 1990 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is a mildly restored example that hails from California and sports beautiful rust-free sheetmetal. The seller has made some major improvements inside and out and is only being offered for sale due to the… more»

Factory Hairdryer: 1980 Pontiac Trans Am Turbo

It is an age-old battle. Whenever one person invents a better mousetrap, another invents a better mouse. Such was the case for American auto manufacturers during the 1970s and 1980s. The better mousetrap was tightening government emission regulations, while… more»

Award Winner: 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442

This 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 belongs to a genuinely passionate Oldsmobile enthusiast. There can be no doubting that because it is 1-of-28 vehicles in their collection wearing the Olds badge. They need to downsize, choosing to list this award-winning… more»

Original Sidecar: 1975 Harley-Davidson FLH Electra Glide

Classic motorcycles offer an unparalleled way for owners to view the world. Gliding along the open road with the wind in your face is an exhilarating experience. Sometimes, passengers aren’t thrilled by the idea of clinging on behind the… more»

Solid Gold: 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Car

One of the last full-sized, and I mean f u l l – s i z e d, cars for a U.S. automaker, this 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Car is 19.5 feet long and 5,000 pounds. The seller has… more»

1977 Buick Regal Landau With 23k Original Miles

It is common for estate sales to produce some stunning classics that have spent years hidden away, and that was the case with this 1977 Buick Regal Landau. Its original owner passed away, and the seller purchased it from… more»

225″ OF Excellence: 1973 Buick Electra 455-4

The seller claims, “Wife is making me sell due to me getting a new Mustang and not enough storage“. What??? Forget the Ford, keep this fantastic-looking Deuce and a Quarter! It qualifies as a Whammer-jammer and I’d further suggest,… more»

Rapid Transit Show Car: 1970 Plymouth Cuda

There have been numerous cars from every automaker that enthusiasts have deemed legendary examples for a variety of reasons, and Mopar sure has its share that’s earned this badge.  But a few cars in particular that seem to be… more»

Daily Driver: 1978 Chevrolet Caprice Classic

In the 1970s, U.S.-made cars started going on diets. The Mustang “pony car” became the Mustang II sub-compact in 1974. The GM full-size cars shrank in 1977, followed by their intermediates in 1978. The big Chevrolets, for example, lost… more»