Survivor Cars

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

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1 of 902: 1968 AMC AMX

American Motors would introduce two new cars in 1968, quite a feat for an independent automaker. One was the Javelin, a pony car to do battle with the Ford Mustang, Chevy Camaro, and a host of others. The second… more»

Montana Highway Department: 1971 Dodge D100

This 1971 Dodge D100 Sweptline pickup is reportedly a former Montana State Highway Department maintenance truck, according to the seller. I don’t know why I like that so much, but I do. The seller has this safety-orange Dodge posted… more»

No Reserve: 1985 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Station Wagon

This 1985 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Station Wagon is a vehicle that leaves me torn. That isn’t because there is anything wrong, but I struggle to determine its greatest attribute for potential buyers. I wonder whether its spotless presentation is… more»

844 Original Miles! 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible

Talk about coming out of the woodwork! In the last several months, Barn Finds has seen its fair share of Bicentennial flavored 1976 Cadillac Eldorado convertibles. And for your viewing enjoyment, here’s another that has only experienced 844 miles!… more»

1987 Buick Regal GNX With 2,248 Original Miles!

Ah, the 1980s. The decade that gave us big hair, bigger shoulder pads, the emergence of the personal computer, and the first signs that the automotive industry had begun digging its way out of the misery that was The… more»

Rare Beauty: 1938 Lincoln Model K Convertible Sedan

Oh, my. Talk about rarified air and serious investment-quality vehicles, feast your eyes on this rolling piece of 1938 graceful sculpture. Ever seen one? Probably not, because only 15 of these Lincoln Model K LeBaron convertible sedans were built… more»

Only Two Owners: 1963 Mercury Comet S-22

When the Comet compact was first conceived in the late 1950s, it was intended to be sold by the new Edsel division. But when Edsel folded as the 1960 models were going on sale, they were offered instead by… more»

Early Example: 1964½ Ford Mustang Convertible

Early First Generation Mustangs are among the most coveted of the breed, making this 1964½ Convertible a desirable classic. It isn’t perfect, but the seller recently revived it after years of hibernation. It is a surprisingly solid and original… more»

77k Original Miles: 1969 Volvo 1800S

There was a time when I wouldn’t have given a Volvo more than a brief passing glance. I respected the company’s engineering, but its offerings never set my pulse racing. That attitude changed when my father decided to step… more»

Time Capsule: 1985 Toyota Cressida Station Wagon

For some of us, the 1980s seem like very recent history. However, when I look at vehicles like this 1985 Toyota Cressida Station Wagon and realize that it is thirty-seven years old, it makes me wonder where the time… more»

30,439 Original Miles: 1965 Pontiac GTO

Talk about a nice, low-mileage ’65 GTO with an interesting build sheet. Of the 42 previous 1965 GTO’s featured here on Barn Finds over the past decade, this is the first one ordered as a convertible with an automatic… more»

1-of-6: 2004 Ferrari Enzo

The performance car world has always been one of moving targets. A top speed of 150mph was once seen as the preserve of exotic European sports cars, but you can now walk into your local Chevrolet or Ford dealership… more»

Bob Hope’s Car? 1961 Lincoln Continental

Lincoln redesigned the Continental in 1961, dropping the over-the-top styling that had defined the 1958-60 editions. They were more conservative in appearance but lacked none of the creature comforts that would also appeal to Cadillac and Imperial people. The… more»

350/4-Speed: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette LT-1

By 1972, C3 Corvette buyers faced fewer engine options for their new purchase. However, those available still allowed the C3 to be a potent performer. While many focus on the big-block vehicles, others believe the LT1 version of the… more»

Restore of Preserve? 1955 Oldsmobile 98 Holiday Coupe

Many enthusiasts will aspire to own a spotless classic and drive the object of their desire with their heads held high. However, some are undeniably attracted to owning a vehicle that wears its original tag like a badge of… more»

A True Mopar Survivor: 1968 Dodge Charger Barn Find

When it comes to naming quintessential muscle car’s of the 1960’s and 1970’s, the Dodge Charger is without question one such icon. Starting out as a show car in 1964, it became a concept the following year, which was… more»