Survivor Cars

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

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»

Small Project: 1974 Toyota Corolla

“Small Project” relates to the size of the car itself, this restoration may not be a small project, work-wise. The photos of this 1974 Toyota Corolla two-door sedan are a little unusual in that a lot of them are… more»

Black Plate Survivor: 1951 Volkswagen Beetle Split Window

When I look back at the vast array of classic cars that I’ve parked in my garage over the years, I consider myself lucky to discover that I have an early Volkswagen Beetle on that list. I have owned… more»

Nicest One Left? 1982 Chevrolet LUV Diesel

We have seen trucks from this Lubbock, Texas seller in the past and they have generally been really nice, maybe some of the nicest examples left on the planet. Oddly enough, the trucks that we’ve seen here have been… more»

Rebuilt 440: 1966 Imperial Crown Coupe

It can often be a case of mistaken identity. Many people would refer to this 1966 Imperial Crown Coupe as a Chrysler, but the reality was that Imperial was a separate luxury brand within the Chrysler empire at that… more»

Original 318: 1969 Dodge Dart GT Convertible

There’s a solid attraction for classic cars that can be driven and enjoyed while the owner tackles any restoration work. They offer instant gratification, but the opportunity for that person to place their mark on the vehicle. That is… more»

No Reserve: 1977 Ford Mustang II Ghia

In the automotive world, timing can be everything. The 1st Generation Mustang created its own market niche, and buyers stampeded Ford dealerships in droves to secure a light and relatively compact car with stunning looks and the potential of… more»

Pennsylvania Barn Find: 1971 Cadillac Coupe de Ville

Barn Finds come in all shapes and sizes, and their condition can vary widely. The owner of this 1971 Cadillac Coupe de Ville recently found it hidden in a Pennsylvania barn and has worked through the process of returning… more»

Original Survivor? 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad

When Chevy’s line of cars was redesigned in 1955, they added two new editions: the upscale Bel Air model and the Bel Air Nomad, a 2-door sport wagon. The latter was based in part on a 1954 Corvette show… more»

Turbocharged! 1989 Pontiac Sunbird GT

The Sunbird was Pontiac’s sub-compact car between 1976-94. It was produced over 2 ½ generations, with the half being a facelift on the 1982-88 editions. The GT joined the line-up in 1986, powered by a 1.8-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine… more»

79k Original Miles: 1966 Lincoln Continental Convertible

I’ll let you in on a little secret; There’s nothing wrong with buying a classic car that offers a comfortable and luxurious motoring experience. After all, you work hard for your money, so why shouldn’t you enjoy the fruits… more»

Updated 390 V8: 1975 Ford F250 Ranger XLT

Some classic vehicles are more subtle than others. This 1975 Ford F250 Ranger isn’t exactly “in your face,” but it is a pickup that would make an accomplished tow vehicle. With an upgraded V8 under the hood, it should… more»

Original Paint: 1939 Ford De Luxe Coupe

They don’t make them like they used to. That’s a line that we hear so often, and it could refer to almost anything that we find in our daily lives. However, I can’t imagine driving a new car out… more»

1 of 2 Built: 1998 Chevrolet Camaro SS Lingenfelter

This 1998 Chevrolet Camaro SS is a rare bird, supposedly one of two built that received the full “tuned by Lingenfelter” treatment. This fourth generation Camaro is a standout regardless of the additional enhancements as it has just 22,000… more»

14K Original Miles? 1963 Studebaker Avanti

A first-year, 1963 Studebaker Avanti with a claimed 14K miles is going to be an attention-getter! Especially an example that is as clean as this Morro Bay, California domiciled subject car. It looks fantastic, so let’s investigate. It is… more»

401 V8 Beauty! 1966 Buick Skylark GS

As Cadillac was not in the business of producing high-performance cars, the job of making the most well-adorned General Motors muscle cars fell to Buick. And the name Gran Sport (GS) took those honors beginning in 1965. That included… more»

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