Survivor Cars

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

Henry Ford II’s 1966 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

When a classic car is offered for sale, the question of a famous former owner is sure to ignite debate amongst enthusiasts. Some will claim that this history will significantly impact potential values, while others will argue that the… more»

1978 Chevrolet Corvette Pace Car Edition With 626 Genuine Miles!

The pages of the classic car world are littered with people who have taken the punt on purchasing a limited edition vehicle and squirreled it away in the belief that it will eventually be worth a small fortune. Some… more»

Unlikely Survivor: 1995 Honda Civic DX

When Honda diversified away from its core business of motorcycles to tackle all things four-wheeled, the world sat up and took notice. When the company then boldly proclaimed that it intended to become a global power in automobile production,… more»

Original Paint: 1966 Ford F-100

Located in Sherwood, Oregon, this 1966 Ford F-100 Pickup is listed for auction here on eBay. Currently, the bids have reached $4,150 with a little over 2 days remaining in the auction. The reserve has not been met. The… more»

Tri-Power Bubble Top: 1961 Pontiac Ventura

The GM 2-door hardtops with the thin C-pillar are often referred to as “bubble tops” and were a one-year-only body style for Pontiac, Oldsmobile, and Buick in 1961. However, Chevy would use it a bit longer. This ’61 Ventura,… more»

Top-Of-The-Line: 59k Mile 1983 Dodge Mirada CMX

Designed as a personal luxury coupe during some of Chrysler’s most trying times, the Dodge Mirada was an undermarketed gem of luxury performance. This was Dodge’s badge-engineered equivalent to the Chrysler Cordoba and Imperial, and as such was not… more»

Tri-Power Survivor: 1965 Pontiac GTO Convertible

UPDATE – Since we originally featured this GTO, bidding has jumped from $35k up to $45k! Clearly, there are more than a few of you that would love to have this Convertible GTO. If you are bidding on it,… more»

Rare 4-Speed 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Finding an affordable project car that can be driven and enjoyed immediately can be a battle. However, there’s a lot to be said for these cars because they offer their owners the opportunity to enjoy the classic motoring experience… more»

Jeep + Ferrari = Bill Harrah’s 1969 Jerrari 4×4

Founder of the Harrah’s casino empire, Bill Harrah, amassed a massive car collection with upwards of 1,500 vehicles. Among them was his prized Jerrari – a case of what can be done to make lemonade out of lemons. The… more»

No Reserve Oval: 1957 Volkswagen Beetle

  It’s rare to see desirable collector cars offered at no reserve, but that’s what we have here with this 1957 Volkswagen Beetle, a genuine oval window riding on a later pan but still titled as a ’57. The… more»

Restore Or Modify? 1962 Ford Falcon Futura

Coming smack dab in my favorite era for cars, since I’m a 1962 myself, this 1962 Ford Falcon Futura would be a fun project. Clearly, it needs work but it looks straight and many parts are available in the… more»

Rust-Free! 1965 International Harvester Travelall

As long-time readers of Barn Finds know, I have a very soft spot for IH Travelalls. A little more unusual than the more common Suburbans and larger than the comparable vintage Fords and Mopars, the Travelall offers unique styling… more»

One Family Owned: 1964 Pontiac LeMans Convertible

Regular Barn Finds readers will be aware that I place considerable importance on long-term ownership with classic cars. While there will be exceptions to every rule, most people who have owned the same car for decades will have treated… more»

Original Paint: 1980 Jeep CJ-5 Renegade Survivor

The popularity of the Jeep can be traced back to its military roots when surplus vehicles leftover from various wars were snapped up and used by whoever could claim them. People quickly realized that its lightweight, small size, high… more»

Well-Optioned 1964 Chevrolet Corvette 327/4-Speed

It seems that the original owner of this 1964 Corvette Coupe was seeking a car that perfectly combined creature comforts with excellent performance. He achieved this goal, and 57-years later, it is still a car guaranteed to turn heads… more»

Original 350/3-Speed: 1968 Pontiac Firebird

It was a stereotypical way of describing classic cars for years, and it has passed into folk law. We’ve all seen the jokes about cars described as: “One owner, little old lady. Only driven to church on Sundays.” It… more»

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