Survivor Cars

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

Tangerine Dream: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette

While I tend to be drawn to spotlessly original survivors, I will always find a place in my heart for custom creations like this 1970 Corvette. The owner has had an eye for detail with this beauty, and its… more»

Low Mileage Drop Top: 1986 Mustang GT Convertible

This four-eyed 1986 Ford Mustang GT convertible is said to be a nicely preserved survivor with mileage believed to be just over 50,000. The car has resided in dry states like Wyoming and Colorado, which has helped preserve its… more»

One-Owner 1971 Pontiac LeMans Station Wagon

I am willing to raise my hand here and now to admit my ignorance. I can remember a time when I used to view station wagons with barely disguised disdain. To me, they were the workhorses of the passenger… more»

Wild Custom: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette

When an enthusiast embarks upon a project build, they can choose to follow a couple of paths. The first is a faithful restoration, while the other is a custom project that reflects their taste and desires. That is the… more»

1989 Ford Mustang GT With Only 5,567 Miles!

With the ongoing growth in popularity of Fox-Body Mustangs, it’s no great surprise that we’ve seen a few examples cross our desks in recent times here at Barn Finds. Their condition can vary widely, with some looking dog-eared and… more»

1985 Chevrolet S10 With Only 18k Original Miles!

It’s amazing how a once-throwaway truck can become a desirable specimen if it shows up in preserved condition. That’s certainly the case with this low mileage 1985 Chevrolet S10 pickup that has under 20,000 miles from new. It’s a… more»

17k Original Miles! 1967 Chevrolet Impala SS 396

If there is a potential drawback to writing for Barn Finds, it is that I keep coming across classic cars that I long to park in my garage. If money were no object, the garage in question would have… more»

Original V8: 1976 Ford Mustang II

It seems that the seller of this 1976 Ford Mustang II has found his little pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. He located this classic hidden away in a barn, a spot that it had occupied… more»

Museum Find: 1969 Plymouth GTX 440

UPDATE 08/10/2021: It seems that the owner of this immaculate 1969 Plymouth GTX 440 had no luck selling it last time, so he has taken an unusual approach on his second attempt to find himself a buyer. Last time,… more»

1-of-1? 1972 Oldsmobile 442

When an owner claims that their classic car could be 1-of-1, it is likely to open a can of worms. That is the situation with this 1972 Oldsmobile 442, so getting our reader’s opinions on this classic will be… more»

Driving 455: 1972 Buick Riviera

The Third Generation Buick Riviera is a range that stands out in the crowd. Colloquially known as the “boat-tail” model, its looks tended to polarize potential buyers. Its radical appearance didn’t help its sales, and the fact that the… more»

One Owner Survivor: 1980 GMC Sierra 4×4

This 1980 GMC Sierra 4×4 pickup is offered for sale for the first time since it was sold new, and has just 69,000 miles on the clock. Wearing great colors and sporting the preferred combination of a 350 V8… more»

Original 454: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette

In 1971, potential buyers could walk into their Chevrolet dealership and drive away in a Corvette that was more potent than our feature car. However, that step up the ladder came at a considerable cost and would help to… more»

Real Deal: 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

While many people believe that the Pontiac GTO is the original and definitive muscle car, the Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 does nothing but cement General Motors within that genre. Good examples today can fetch amazing prices, and values seem… more»

383 Powered: 1964 Chrysler 300 Survivor

The non-letter Chrysler 300s were introduced as the “Sport Series” in 1962 as a complement to its performance-oriented brethren that dated back to the mid-1950s. They were positioned as a more affordable version of the 300 that emphasized luxury… more»

371 Tri-Power: 1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Survivor

In 1957 there was really no such thing as a muscle car. That’s what makes this ’57 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Hardtop a special vehicle. The original owner ordered it with a rare engine upgrade, making this one of… more»

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