Survivor Cars

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

No Reserve: 1976 Ford F150 Ranger XLT

Classic pickups continue to perform strongly in the market, and original examples will always attract their share of interest. This 1976 Ford F150 Ranger XLT demonstrates this trend graphically. It has already attracted an impressive thirty-seven bids since it… more»

Original Survivor: 1959 Jaguar XK150 OTS

Hidden away in this garage is one of the gems of the classic British sports car scene. It is a 1959 Jaguar XK150 Open Two-Seater (OTS), which was the rarest body style produced during the XK150’s production run. This… more»

44k Original Miles: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Sedan

Every now and then, a classic car will appear on our desks here at Barn Finds that can take your breath away. That is the case with this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Sedan. If what the owner says is… more»

680 Mile Prototype: 1994 Bugatti EB 110 GT

When it comes to supercars, the Lamborghini Countach and Ferrari Testarossa always get the nod as two of the most iconic (with perhaps the Lotus Esprit bringing up the rear, if we’re judging 80s and 90s cars). But if… more»

289/4-Speed: 1965 Ford Mustang GT

If you walked into your local Ford dealership in 1965 with cash to splash, this Mustang GT was about as good as it got. The original owner ordered this classic with the legendary K-Code V8 under the hood, backed… more»

A Rare Fish: 1965 Rambler Marlin

I was ten when I first saw a new Mustang 2+2 up close and personal. It was Poppy Red and that fastback styling stopped me in my tracks. About a year later, I saw my first Marlin. It was… more»

28k Original Miles: 1991 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide

There are few experiences more appealing on a sunny day than to watch a stretch of country road unwind before you from the saddle of a classic motorcycle. That is what is on offer for some lucky person if… more»

20k Mile Survivor: 1975 Opel Manta

Opel is a German company that was owned by General Motors until a few years ago. A few of their models would pop up in the U.S. from time to time, usually sold through Buick dealers. The Opel GT,… more»

On the Road: 1949 Hudson Commodore 8 Coupe

It’s hard not to wonder at the fate of Hudson Motors, an innovative company that seemed to have so much going for it during the postwar years. Here we have an example of that innovation, produced only eight years… more»

Earliest Known? 1982 Buick Grand National

The Regal-based Grand National (GN) was first produced in response to the success Buick had in the NASCAR Cup Series in 1981. Unlike the more well-known GN’s from 1984-87, only 215 of these cars were built in 1982 and… more»

Solid Survivor: 1960 MGA Roadster

When the weather is fine, there’s nothing quite like the experience of slipping behind the wheel of a classic British sports car to make the most of what Mother Nature has to offer us. That opportunity awaits someone with… more»

Original 340: 1971 Plymouth Road Runner

Some classic cars are more eye-catching than others, and this 1971 Plymouth Road Runner really grabs your attention. From its spotless exterior to its numbers-matching V8, it is a vehicle that has much to commend it. The owner has… more»

96-Year-Old Survivor: 1925 Chevrolet Superior Model K

Chevrolet has been around for over 100 years, but this car was made when the company was only 14 years old! This 1925 Chevy Superior Model K is all-original, runs and drives, and is for sale in Oxford, Iowa…. more»

Cowboy Tuxedo: 1968 Cadillac Eldomino

The “Eldomino” name may not be the official nameplate for this unusual 1968 Cadillac Eldorado, but it is a real vehicle produced by a company called Caribou of Chatsworth, California with Cadillac’s blessing. Supposedly, only a handful of these… more»

Nicely Restored: 1952 Beech Bonanza C-35

While I am not an aviation expert, I do have preferences when it comes to planes. Really, anything by Beechcraft is going to be right up my alley, as these just seem to be the most overly-styled planes of… more»

1 of 11: Rare 1969 Mercury Montego MX

I can’t remember ever seeing a ’69 Montego convertible. And, for good reason. Only 1,725 Montego ragtops rolled off the assembly line in 1969. And what makes this fine survivor even rarer is the fact that it’s 1 of… more»

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