The C4 Corvette spent many years in the wilderness, but the bidding action on this exceptionally tidy 1992 example demonstrates that these classics are experiencing ready acceptance in the current market. There is little to criticize with this survivor,… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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SAD SHO: 1992 Ford Taurus SHO (Parts Car?)
Okay, in an effort to be more like Claude Rains, I’ll have to be absolutely transparent about this one. When I read the ad, the main photo shown was of the SHO’s gray interior that looks well preserved for… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1974 Dodge Dart Swinger
The final generation of the Dodge Dart and Plymouth Valiant compacts (1967-76) produced some generally reliable automobiles, but their initial styling wouldn’t do much to raise the pulse. So, Dodge added the Swinger 2-door hardtop in 1969 and Plymouth… more»
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25K Original Miles: 1993 Dodge Daytona IROC R/T
There are few cars that remain hidden from the eyes of collectors, especially with how digitized the car world has become. In the blink of an eye, a vehicle can begin rapidly climbing in value because one expert or… more»
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Never Restored: 1977 Ford F-250 Ranger
Pickups occupy a different niche from other vehicles within the classic world. While high-performance and luxury cars tend to lead sheltered existences, the very nature of a Pickup means it generally leads a life of adventure and hard labor… more»
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Firemist Red Metallic Beauty: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass
It’s the image at the top of the ad here on craigslist that will draw you in. There, you’ll see a menacing burgundy-red 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass sitting low to the pavement, sporting a super-wide set of tires on what… more»
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48k Mile Survivor: 1980 Datsun 210
Known as the Nissan Sunny on its home turf, this variant of Japanese import was marketed in the U.S. as the Datsun 210 from 1979-82. It was the entry-level econobox sold by Nissan in those days and was similar… more»
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Cheap Wheels! 1975 Ford Mustang II Ghia
Although the Ford Mustang II is often criticized by Mustang purists, it likely saved the nameplate from extinction. By coincidence, the smaller, lighter, and more fuel-efficient car was introduced right at the same time fuel prices went up in… more»
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67K Mile A/C Car: 1976 Porsche 914
Just the other night, I happened to see a clean, baby blue Porsche 914 driving the opposite direction away from a busy intersection. I had a hard time looking away, as the car was just right – clean, with… more»
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Affordable 5-Speed Survivor: 1993 Dodge Daytona IROC
I read an interview with a senior Ford executive a few years ago where he stated that the most challenging aspect of new model development was not the engineering or styling but determining what name it would carry. It… more»
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Two Owner Truck: 1971 GMC Jimmy
This 1971 GMC Jimmy has led a good life, originally bought new in Indiana and then quickly moving down to Florida where it became the first owner’s campsite truck for much of its life. The seller notes that the… more»
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Supremely Clean: 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass
UPDATE – We’ve made a correction to the article. The VIN shows that this car’s 307 is not the high-output model, but is actually the base engine that produces just 140 horsepower. Thanks to JH for pointing this out!… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.6
Mercedes-Benz enjoys a well-earned reputation for producing vehicles with consistently high build quality, rock-solid engineering, and rugged reliability. These traits make their cars among the most popular in many African nations, where the conditions can be harsh and unforgiving…. more»
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Package Deal: Pair of Chevrolet Corvettes
It’s interesting when you find a listing where a seller has bundled two cars together. I’ve always thought it would make finding buyers easier when sold separately because not everyone wants two of something. And the net proceeds of… more»
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All Original 9k Mile 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle 300
I’m going to be honest here, I’m having a hard time believing that this 1965 Chevelle is an original 9k-mile car. Not because it looks like something that clearly has 109k miles, but because the seller claims that it’s… more»
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1 of 12: 1997 Duesenberg Estate Car
Built In the image of the 1929 Duesenberg II Roadster came the Duesenberg Estate Car. It was a glorified golf cart that was no doubt built for those who already had everything else. It was electric-powered and loaded with… more»
