Survivor Cars

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

Brazilian Sports Car: 1976 Volkswagen SP2

The SP2 was a sports car that was built largely for consumption in Brazil. They were produced by Volkswagen do Brasil between 1972-76 when that country was largely closed for imports. These cars are a rare find in the… more»

Tidy Survivor: 1982 DMC DeLorean

If styling and appearance had been the sole consideration, the DMC DeLorean would have been a sales smash hit that would have cemented the company’s long-term financial viability. Unfortunately, bad management decisions and poor quality control tarnished the vehicle’s… more»

22k Original Miles: 1967 Chevrolet Impala

This 1967 Chevrolet Impala might not be loaded with optional extras, but it more than makes up for this shortcoming by having a genuine 22,400 miles on its odometer. In “Chevy-Speak,” that’s barely broken in, which means that it… more»

Hangar Find: 1965 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

One of the great things about the classic car scene is that you can never be sure from where an iconic car will emerge. Take this 1965 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, for example. It hasn’t recently emerged from a barn… more»

Running Project: 1976 Corvette Sting Ray

The third generation of the Chevy Corvette would run from 1968-82 and is referred to as the C3. The styling of the sports car harks back to the Mako Shark. A car that struggled to find its way in… more»

Rare Color: 1976 Ford Bronco Ranger

The bidding history tells a big part of the story with this 1976 Ford Bronco Ranger. It is 1-of-46 to wear this color in the 1976 model year, and when combined with the 1st Generation Bronco’s ongoing popularity, it… more»

Affordable Survivor: 1980 AMC Spirit Liftback

This 1980 AMC Spirit proves that you don’t need a million dollars in the bank to own a classic car. It is a clean and tidy survivor that the owner is offering for sale with No Reserve. While the… more»

Tidy British Survivor: 1979 Triumph Spitfire 1500

Finding a clean and affordable classic car to park in your garage can be a challenge. Generally, any vehicle of this type with a four-figure asking price is going to need some work. However, that isn’t the case with… more»

1970 Buick GSX Stage 1 Survivor!

The GSX was the top-of-the-line Skylark, and was Buick’s equivalent to the Pontiac GTO Judge. Equipped with a Buick 455 V-8 engine and upgraded suspension components, the GSX provided a muscle car experience…through the civilized lens of a Buick…. more»

Rocket V8 Bargain? 1961 Oldsmobile Starfire Convertible

Between 1961-65, the Starfire would be Oldsmobile’s entry into the personal luxury space. In an unusual move, the 1961 edition would only be offered as a convertible, although a hardtop was added the next year. This beautiful ’61 with… more»

1-Of-12: 1966 Fiberfab Banshee

Kit cars will always be a lucky dip when it comes to the vexing question of build quality. Sometimes the finished product can be stunning, while at other times, they can be pretty gruesome. This 1966 Fiberfab Banshee fits… more»

Showroom Condition? 1977 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

The Z28, initially the “Camaro Special Performance Package” with a 5.0-liter V8, was created as a way for the new Camaro to compete in the Sports Car Club of America’s Trans-Am series. Mark Donahue’s Penske-prepared Camaro won 10 of… more»

Greatest Barn Find Ever: The World’s Largest Collection of British Automobiles

Many of us know the pain of having to make room for a new project by getting rid of an old one. It’s hard to part with a car, especially one in which you’ve invested time and effort; a… more»

Retired Firefighter: 1978 International Cargostar

The Cargostar was a forward control, cab-over-engine medium-duty series of fire prevention equipment built from 1970-86. They were especially maneuverable for their size and the 1950B model, like the seller’s unit, was used to broadcast a wide range of… more»

427 V8/4-Speed! 1969 Chevrolet Caprice

The Chevy Caprice was conceived in 1965 as a competitor to the new Ford LTD. In essence, it was a luxury version of the Impala as the LTD was of the Galaxie. So, if you didn’t have the budget… more»

Rust-Free Survivor: 1966 Ford Mustang GT 2+2 Fastback

Rust-free 1st Generation Mustang project cars remain in high demand, and this 1966 example ticks many of the boxes that would capture the attention of Ford enthusiasts. It is a genuine GT, its overall condition is very acceptable, it… more»

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