Survivor Cars

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

Low-Rider Muscle: 1968 Chevrolet Caprice

The Caprice began in 1965 as a luxury option on the Impala, Chevy’s way of competing with Ford’s new LTD. The car quickly became a series of its own and would stick around through 1996 (as built in the… more»

9-Passenger Mopar: 1964 Plymouth Fury

In the 1960s, the Fury was Plymouth’s version of the Chevy Impala and the Ford Galaxie. The problem was that the Chrysler division’s full-size cars had been downsized in 1962-64 because of some bad intel as to what the… more»

Warehouse Full: Classic and Not-So-Classic Cars

Located in a warehouse near Metuchen, New Jersey is a collection or series of collections that comprise more than 300 vehicles. It appears a variety of major brands are represented, of both domestic and international origin. It seems that… more»

Like New: 1970 Cadillac Eldorado

The Eldorado was a staple of the Cadillac range for half a century. It offered a luxurious motoring experience that some people found impossible to resist. Our feature car is a 1970 model, and the seller describes its condition… more»

Junior T-Bird! 1974 Ford Gran Torino Elite

The Elite was introduced in 1974 as something of a junior Thunderbird, giving Ford another asset to compete with in the growing personal luxury market segment. It was the top-of-the-line mid-size Torino and looked a lot like the T-Bird… more»

Only 62 Miles? 1984 Dodge RAM

It isn’t rare that you run into a 35 to 40-year-old classic that only has a few miles under its belt. A vehicle that someone pegged early on as something special to be babied and cherished for future generations…. more»

Original Survivor: 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra

It is common for owners to modify their cars to make a personal statement. They perform the work with good intentions, unaware that their pride and joy may become a future classic whose value will climb if it remains… more»

302 V8 Three-Speed: 1973 Ford Maverick Grabber

If this 1973 Ford Maverick Grabber would have been a barn find, it would have almost every description or tagline that most people seem to look for in a vintage car. The seller has this clean example posted here… more»

Elegance On Wheels: 1987 Cadillac Brougham

Oh boy! It’s “Bro-gum” time and today’s subject is really puttin’ on the Ritz, it’s a 1987 Cadillac Brougham d’Elegance. It would be easy to poke some fun at this late ’80s example of “The Standard of the World”… more»

Alloy-Bodied Survivor: 1967 Maserati Mistral

The Lucky Collector Car Auction Fall Classic will feature an incredible assortment of modern and vintage collector cars and trucks, spanning from historic vintage automobiles to emerging hero cars from the 1980s. Like all of their auctions, there’s something… more»

Single Family Ownership: 1940 Chevrolet Special Deluxe Coupe

In the 1930s, Chevrolet was riding high, in solid financial condition, and selling well against its competition. Designs throughout the industry were shifting, as running boards shrank, headlights were drawing closer to fenders, and radiators were enclosed by front-end… more»

Last Year Ragtop: 1985 Buick Riviera Convertible

The sixth-generation Riviera moved to GM’s B-body platform which gave them front-wheel-drive for the first time, along with the Oldsmobile Toronado and Cadillac Eldorado. These were not inexpensive cars, at $24,000 in 1985 dollars, or $65,000 in equivalent 2022… more»

Four-Speed Trail Bike: 1971 Honda CT70 HKO

How many of you were alive in 1971? If you were and you were a kid, or a kid at heart, you may have wanted one of Honda’s new mini trail bikes. These were incredibly popular little motorcycles and… more»

44k Original Miles: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

The Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 is one of the most desirable muscle cars in the current classic market. Pristine examples command impressive prices as enthusiasts clamor over one another in a bid to park one in their garage. With… more»

Original Paint: 1951 International L-110 Pickup

Vintage trucks continue to grow in popularity and be a bit of a phenomenon . According to Hagerty Insurance, prices for vintage trucks rose more than fifty percent in the past four years. And while I appreciate beautifully restored… more»

Family Heirloom: 1954 Buick Riviera

Some cars become more than just transportation.  Cars that are special to their owners and are held for a long period of time are often passed on to equally loving family members.  Take for example the car you see… more»

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