Survivor Cars

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

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1977 Ford F-100 Flareside 302 V8 3-Speed

Manual, automatic, short bed, long bed, dentside, bumpside, Flareside, Styleside, I’ve been everywhere, man, I’ve been everywhere, man, across the deserts bare, man, I’ve breathed the mountain air, man, of travel I’ve had my share, man, I’ve been everywhere…. more»

No Reserve: 1979 Chevrolet Corvette

Two words. Sometimes, that is all it takes to ignite excitement when a classic hits the market. Such is the case with this 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. It presents nicely and has a low odometer reading. It has recently emerged… more»

360/4-Speed: 1969 Ford F250 Camper Special

This 1969 Ford F250 Camper Special has spent its life in a favorable climate, making its lack of significant rust unsurprising. It needs TLC to recapture its youthful good looks, but that process should be straightforward. Adding to its… more»

38k Original Miles: 1978 Cadillac Eldorado

This 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is an interesting classic. It features many of the creature comforts you would typically expect from the marque, but the first owner didn’t go overboard on the Order Form. It presents nicely as a survivor-grade… more»

Vintage Racer: 1949 Crosley Midget

Racing machinery typically leads a hard-and-fast life. Their creators build them to be as competitive as possible and maintain them meticulously to maximize reliability. However, when they can no longer threaten victory, many are unceremoniously scrapped after being stripped… more»

34K Miles: 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

I know what many of you are thinking—what a shame that this 1965 Chevrolet Malibu is a sedan. That may take the bloom from the rose for some readers, but many prospective car collectors have grown up with nothing… more»

Vintage Marsh Racing Tire W/ Crossed Flags

Racing tires are a specialized breed of rubber for the road or the track, and are different from street tires. This single, 1960s (?) Marsh Racing Slick would be a fantastic display piece, and it’s listed here on Facebook… more»

18K-Mile 1994 Cadillac DeVille Concours 270HP V8

“The DeVille Concours eloquently speaks the language of the road.” Or so says a 1994 Cadillac brochure. I’m imagining this 1994 Cadillac DeVille Concours being an outstanding car for long road trips, combining a whisper-quiet and smooth ride, decent… more»

California Story: 1967 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

There’s something entertaining about reading a craigslist ad written by someone who clearly spent real time and money turning a car into exactly what they wanted. This 1967 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme listed in Southern California feels like one of… more»

27-Years-Owned: 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider 1600 “Duetto”

Who can choose a favorite postwar Alfa Romeo? The Pininfarina Giulietta Spider of the 1950s and early 1960s? The Bertone Sprint from the same period? The Sprint Speciale? The 1966 “Duetto?” They’re all deserving of display as pieces of… more»

Rare Wagon: 1960 Buick Invicta Estate

Enthusiasts with families sometimes face limited options when selecting a classic to park in their garages. However, this 1960 Buick Invicta Estate could fulfill all their needs, and then some. Its presentation is impressive, it features a powerful V8… more»

Two Owner Project: 1969 Ford Ranchero

Having featured a Chevrolet El Camino in an article earlier today, I felt it only fitting to give Ford a right of reply when I spotted this 1969 Ranchero. Unlike the El Camino, this isn’t a turnkey proposition. However,… more»

73k Original Miles: 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Landau

If an affordable Bow-Tie project is on your radar, this 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Landau could be a contender. It has a few cosmetic faults, but the low odometer reading and the V8 under the hood more than compensate…. more»

The Hard Work Is Done: 1983 Alfa Spider Veloce

Up for sale on Craigslist in Seattle is this rather nice 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce 2000, in the possession of a 15-year owner who’s done a whole heap of important things to it. The owner wants a very… more»

Driving Project: 1968 Ford Fairlane

Choosing an appropriate project candidate is sometimes challenging. Buyers must often balance their skills and desires with their available budget. That makes this 1968 Ford Fairlane worth a close look. It has obvious rust, but the photos support the… more»

One Owner Land Yacht: 1972 Chrysler Newport Royal

The Newport was Chrysler’s bread-and-butter car from 1961 to 1981. It provided the gateway to more expensive products like the New Yorker and Imperial (not branded as a Chrysler). The car received new styling in 1969-73, dubbed “fuselage” because… more»