Survivor Cars

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

One Family Owned: 1981 DeLorean DMC-12

This rear engine 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 is reported to have traveled only 12,900 miles since new. It is located in Riverbank, California, and appears to be a rust-free, well-maintained car. There are two days remaining in the auction here… more»

A Spartan Survivor: 1959 Studebaker Scotsman

Here’s a rare one. Studebaker only offered the low-priced, spartan Scotsman pickup for two model years: 1958 and 1959. And this one can be put in the survivor category, plus it’s been owned by one family for 63 years… more»

Cafe Or Original? 1965 Honda CB77 Super Hawk

As if a Honda Hawk wouldn’t have been a good enough name, the good folks from big-H little-o-n-d-a named this series of 305-cc bikes the Super Hawk! This one has been modified as you can see and the seller… more»

1990 Ferrari F40 With 2,736 Genuine Miles!

Variety is the spice of life, and that philosophy is reflected in the classic world. Some enthusiasts set their hearts on a genuine muscle car, while others are drawn as if by magic to Kei cars. I class my… more»

Is It Real? 1974 Pontiac Trans Am Super Duty

“We Build Excitement” was the catchphrase for Pontiac, and that was certainly true when the 455 cu. in. Super Duty engine arrived on the scene in 1973. Against all odds – given the anti-horsepower climate at the time –… more»

Japanese Hummer: 2000 Toyota BXD10 Mega Cruiser

Some classics have you struggling for a description, which is the case with this 2000 Toyota BXD10 Mega Cruiser. It is the largest off-roader produced by Toyota and rivals the legendary Hummer H1 with almost every dimension. This vehicle… more»

Concours d’Lemons Contender: 1977 Chevrolet Nova

If you haven’t heard of the Concours d’Lemons, this arrival of this Nova onto these pages is a perfect time to get acquainted with this august event. Celebrating the absolute worst of the automotive world – deficient engineering, wretched… more»

One of 208? 1989 Dodge Lancer Shelby Turbo

Sometimes a seller nails it in their online listing as far as having an incredible amount of good, readable information and also a ton of photos. This is one of those times and it makes everything right in my… more»

76k Original Miles: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette

Some classics appear on the market with so many positive attributes it is impossible to determine their greatest strength. That is the case with this 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. The seller is only the car’s second owner. It has recently… more»

One Family Owned: 1984 Dodge Ram 4×4 Royal SE

A known ownership history is always a serious consideration for any enthusiast contemplating a classic purchase. Regardless of the vehicle type, it provides an insight into its history and whether it may have suffered abuse during its life. That… more»

428 V8 Drop-Top: 1969 Pontiac Bonneville

For most of the back half of the 20th Century, if you wanted Pontiac’s biggest and most luxurious car, you bought yourself a Bonneville. From 1957 through 2005, it set the standard for other full-size, well-appointed automobiles to follow…. more»

Simply Stunning: 1947 Packard Super Clipper

If I had a dollar for every vehicle manufacturer across the globe that has collapsed or ceased to exist for some reason, I would have enough money to park some of their more desirable models in my garage. The… more»

607-Mile Garage Find: 1976 Honda CB200T

Even though I live where it snows four months a year, motorcycle season is never over for me. I think about them year-round, tinker with them, and ride them when the ground is dry, even in the winter. The… more»

Super Solid 1951 Chevrolet Panel Truck

Here is a very solid project for someone, at what, so far, appears to be a reasonable price. It’s a 1951 Chevrolet Panel Delivery work-in-progress on eBay in Sacramento, California. The bidding is at $4,550 with seven days to… more»

Good Buy or Goodbye? 1979 Ford LTD Two-Door

Pat L., you’re killin’ me. Where you find all of these great, unique vehicles is beyond me but I want all of them and that’s not a good thing. Have you seen my latest IRA statement? I know, not… more»

Best Hertz Shelby Ever? 1966 GT350H 4-Speed

We recently featured a very original 1965 Shelby GT350 here on Barn Finds that is part of the Jim Taylor collection. 120 of his beautiful cars will be offered at the Broad Arrow auction on October 14th and 15th…. more»

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