I love cars like this; I refer to them as ‘honest.’ There’s no trying to put lipstick on a pig with a bad paint job that looks good at 10 feet. There’s no long, useless description that conveys generic,… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible Bicentennial Edition With 1,837 Genuine Miles!
The specter of tightening safety regulations during the 1970s saw American vehicle manufacturers drop their Convertible models. One of the last was Cadillac with its Eldorado, but it elected to take the variant out in a blaze of glory…. more»
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Cool Upholstery! 1956 Ford Ranch Wagon
Taken as a whole, this 1956 Ford Ranch Wagon is an unmolested survivor with many positive attributes. However, its original interior trim is a showstopper and is sure to command attention and attract comments wherever the Wagon goes. Its… more»
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Samurai Survivor: 1990 Suzuki Samurai EFI
If you’re looking for a clean, mostly original Suzuki Samurai that’s been garage kept (and never been off road) in its 32 years, then look no further. The seller has been into Suzuki’s since the 90’s and says he… more»
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401/4-Speed: 1966 Buick Skylark Gran Sport
When an enthusiast is contemplating spending their hard-earned cash on a classic car, there are many factors to consider. Although price, condition, and desirability sit at the top of the list, potential buyers should never discount a long-term ownership… more»
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Original Paint: 1969 Pontiac GTO
We all dream of locating a desirable one-owner classic that is unmolested, and that’s what the seller of this 1969 Pontiac GTO found while attending an estate sale around two years ago. They became the car’s second owner, revived… more»
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1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo With 8,400 Miles!
Some buyers find themselves drowning in information when considering a classic car purchase, while some sellers leave them begging for more. Such is the case with this 1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. It presents superbly and appears to have no… more»
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Original Survivor: 1955 Pontiac Star Chief
When Pontiac released its Second Generation Star Chief in 1955, it represented more than a significant styling change. The company’s previous straight-eight engine made way for a mighty V8 that brought significantly more power and torque to the table…. more»
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Rare Bushmaster: 1984 Nissan 720 4×4
If vintage Toyota 4Runners have gotten too pricey for you, let me present an almost-as-expensive Nissan 720 4×4 “Bushmaster” edition. This is a seriously obscure model but it does provide the super-cool combination of four-wheel-drive and a huge backseat… more»
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62K Original Miles: 1993 Acura Integra
If you have spent any time looking for an early 90s sport compact car, you will have undoubtedly found that there are shockingly few left. Whether they have succumbed to rust or been run into the ground by younger… more»
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Sports Touring Package: 1979 Ford LTD II
The LTD II was available in three body styles: a four-door sedan, a four-door wagon, and a two-door coupe as shown here. They were based on the earlier Torino and Elite and the seller has this 1979 Ford LTD… more»
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Just Needs TLC: 1973 Datsun 240Z
Seeing the success that imported British sports cars were having in markets like the U.S., Nissan stepped up its game by introducing the Z series of 2-seat coupes. They would be an extension of the open-top roadsters from the… more»
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Desert Star: 1980 International Harvester Scout II Project
The International Harvester Scout II came rolling down the road in 1971, to replace the Scout 800. Changes included different grilles and light housings as production extended to 1980, a slightly lower stance, and best of all, the optional… more»
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Fully Loaded: 1990 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
There’s nothing like grabbing a tent and some essentials before venturing into the wilderness to commune with nature. However, while the experience means forsaking such luxuries as the TV, a plush bathroom, and a fully-appointed kitchen, the journey need… more»
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1937 Packard Super 8 Model 1501 Convertible Coupe
The Packard Motor Car Company slogan — Ask the man who owns one — was kind of a meme before the world even knew what memes were. Of course, if Packard were still around today, it would likely have… more»
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54k Original Miles: 1981 Pontiac Trans Am
By 1981, sales of Pontiac’s Second Generation Firebird had collapsed dramatically. The figures were largely driven by the knowledge that a completely new model was waiting in the wings, motivating buyers to delay their purchase to ensure they parked… more»
