Survivor Cars

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

Same Owner 40 Years: 1978 Chevrolet Camaro RS/LT

Although the second-generation Chevy Camaro had a run of 12 years, it outsold the Ford Mustang during much of that time. For example, the 1978 Camaro was still a “pony car” while the Mustang was a reworked Pinto, and… more»

Super Stunner! 1972 Chevrolet Nova SS

The seller refers to this 1972 Chevrolet Nova SS as an original, and remarks about the “crazy options” that this example possesses. It’s a fine-looking Nova, not too crazy to my eyes, so let’s kick some tires and see… more»

Solid Driver: 1970 Citroen D Special

By 1970, the Citroen DS had been in production for 15 years but was still one of the most unique, if complicated, cars on the market. The main feature that set it apart from anything else on the road… more»

Vintage Go-Kart: 1959 Royal Norseman

Sometimes it can be a question of available space, while it can be a matter of cost at others. Those are two of the countless reasons why some people will choose not to allow a classic vehicle into their… more»

Old School Cool: 1932 Ford Model A Coupe

Have you ever looked at a classic car and your bank account and realized that the two aren’t compatible? Yeah, me too. That is the dilemma that I face with this 1932 Ford Model A Coupe because as much… more»

440 Six-Pack: 1970 Dodge Super Bee

The decal on the rear quarter panel tells part of the story, but there’s more to this 1970 Dodge Super Bee than meets the eye. It is an original and unmolested survivor that is in exceptional condition for its… more»

1-of-12: 1964 Dodge Polara 500 Golden Anniversary Edition

Hidden away in this garage is a Dodge that is something out of the ordinary. It is a 1964 Polara 500, and the owner holds documentation that verifies that it is #3 out of 12 vehicles to roll off… more»

1964 Chevrolet Impala SS 409/4-Speed Survivor!

UPDATE – After featuring this amazing Impala SS 409 survivor, the seller decided to list it as a Barn Finds Classified! It really is an incredible find and deserves to go to a good home with someone who will… more»

Rebuilt and Restored: 1975 Maserati Merak

This Maserati Merak looks quite nice, and that’s because it is: it was substantially overhauled in 2016, with both the engine and the body receiving significant updating in the form of new paint and an engine rebuild. The Merak… more»

Rare But Unwanted 4.3L: 1981 Pontiac Firebird

What engine would make a Pontiac 301 cubic inch V8 engine look powerful? Well, Pontiac produced a little known V8 engine in 1980-1981 which was available as a step up from the base V6 engine. It was the 4.3… more»

Finest Example? 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda Convertible

When a seller claims that the classic that they own could be the finest example in existence, that’s a pretty bold call to make. However, that may be the case with this 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda Convertible because it is… more»

No Reserve: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

When an owner lists a 1967 Chevelle SS for sale, several things are guaranteed to grab the attention of potential buyers. The first is that it is structurally sound and relatively rust-free. The second is that it has a… more»

33k Miles: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette

The Chevrolet Corvette was still in its first generation when the 1959 model was introduced, and Chevy had made a few changes from the previous year’s model including eliminating the hood louvers and decorative trunk trim.  Inside, the seats… more»

Like-New 1992 Dodge W250 Cummins 5-Speed

I’ll be honest: I’m not really into pickup trucks. Especially not the big American trucks; I like quirky little trucks. I do firmly believe, however, that there is a time and place for everything, and I know enough to… more»

400 Miles? 1975 Chevrolet Caprice Convertible

By 1975, word had gotten out that the convertible was about to be extinct at General Motors. Except for Cadillac, all divisions folded their tents and only the luxury marque would field a drop-top for ’76 before being done,… more»

Never Titled 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396 Survivor!

It’s a head-scratcher. It’s a 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS, originally a 396 (L78), that despite never having been titled or registered has more than 17,000 miles on it. It turns out that the car has extensive racing history, and… more»

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