Survivor Cars

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

Reggie Jackson’s 1962 Pontiac Grand Prix Tri-Power is For Sale!

I admit I know as much about baseball as rocket science and brain surgery. However, even I know who the legendary Reggie Jackson is. His illustrious career spanned twenty-one seasons, and he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of… more»

My Father’s Oldsmobile: 1993 Cutlass Ciera

This is my father’s Oldsmobile. He had one just like it, the same color too. I drove it two or three times. I’d say it did nothing exceedingly well but it didn’t do anything badly either.  People liked them,… more»

No Reserve Garage Find: 1989 Chevrolet K5 Blazer

For those wondering whether there are still fabulous finds lurking in barns and shed, I give you this 1989 Chevrolet K5 Blazer. It has spent its life in dry climates but has hibernated since the mid-1990s. The overall condition… more»

One Owner: 1988 Ford Festiva L

Some readers will look at this 1988 Ford Festiva L and question its worthiness for inclusion on the pages of Barn Finds. I understand that sentiment, but I feel we need to cut this little gem some slack. Ford… more»

Never Restored: 1954 Studebaker Champion

It isn’t unusual to find an older classic car that managed to survive more than six decades unrestored. However, finding one in that state that has been part of the same family since Day One is far rarer. That… more»

Original Paint: 1964 Mercury Montclair

Annual model updates are common, but it is unusual for a manufacturer to introduce a new generation of a vehicle but only keep it in production for a single year. However, that was the case for the Fourth Generation… more»

Garage Kept and 58K Miles: 1975 Ford F-250 Ranger

Ever pass by a garage and wonder what is in it?  Most garages are probably packed to the rafters with stuff that wouldn’t sell at your aunt’s garage sale and various other things that are too nice to throw… more»

BF Auction: 2013 Maserati GranTurismo MC Sport Line

Although many Italian manufacturers are renowned for producing desirable sports cars, Maserati has a history of creating iconic Grand Tourers. One of the best examples to roll out of its factory was the 2013 GranTurismo MC. Our feature car… more»

25k Original Miles: 1984 Toyota Celica GT

Cars from the 1980s spent years in the wilderness as people sought to forget The Malaise Era. However, times have changed, and one of the driving forces behind their reemergence is a new generation of enthusiasts who view them… more»

Untouched Survivor: 1975 Jeep Cherokee Sport

Jeep was merrily producing Wagoneers since about 1963, moving the vehicle ever upscale, but the market was ripe for a cheaper version of the popular SUV that could appeal to a younger crowd. The first Cherokees were simply two-door… more»

Freddie Mercury’s 1974 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow!

Celebrity ownership of any classic car is sure to ignite debate, especially when it comes to the question of whether such ownership contributes to its potential value. In some cases, the answer is obvious, while in others, it can… more»

Red Racer: 1973 Lancia Fulvia 1300 S

There are few images more evocative than driving down an Italian coastline, in an open-topped red Italian classic, stopping at small coffee shops for a quick sip of espresso before slipping back on the driving gloves and blasting down… more»

Rare Bumblebee: 1974 Porsche 914 Can Am Limited Edition

The rising tide that has lifted vintage Porsche prices into the stratosphere has had a large effect on the Porsche 914 market.  These once maligned little sports cars are now fetching real money for good examples.  That is, if… more»

No Reserve: 1972 Volvo 1800ES

While I have never visited Sweden, I have known people born and raised there. They describe the natural beauty of the country and how harsh winter can be. That means that Swedish cars need to be rugged to withstand… more»

Original Paint: 64k Mile 1974 Volkswagen Thing

Lately, I’ve seen an uptick in interest in the weird and wonderful VW Thing. This is purely subjective, but I’ve spotted more in the flesh in the past two years than I can recall any time prior. In fact,… more»

BF Auction: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 454!

I don’t know of an enthusiast who doesn’t dream of the day they wander into a barn or shed to discover automotive gold. That has been the case with this 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. Below that layer of dust… more»

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