Survivor Cars

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

Rust-Free Driver: 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7

Some enthusiasts aren’t able to tackle a project build, and locating a rock-solid, turnkey classic becomes a priority. That’s where cars like this 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7 step up to the plate. It presents exceptionally well for a driver-grade… more»

No Reserve 1979 Ford F-250 Ranger XLT

Survivor-grade Pickups invariably attract plenty of attention when they hit the market, and this 1979 Ford F-250 Ranger XLT is no exception. Part of the attraction could be the impressive condition, while the drivetrain promises excellent performance and exceptional… more»

Driving Project: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe

Finding a classic where an enthusiast can enjoy it immediately and restore it at their leisure is tempting. That is the opportunity awaiting the new owner of this 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe. It presents acceptably as a… more»

Flat Top Survivor: 1959 Chevrolet Impala

Popular with collectors is the Chevy “Bubble Tops” from 1959 to 1962, the 2-door hardtops with more glass than roof (loads of visibility!). Also cool are the “Flat Tops” which are the 4-door hardtops from 1959-60, but they may… more»

Original 430: 1969 Buick Riviera

Hiding in this garage is an ideal candidate for an enthusiast seeking an affordable, luxurious classic they can drive and enjoy immediately. It is a 1969 Buick Riviera, and while it isn’t perfect, the new owner could address its… more»

Unmolested Survivor: 1967 Mercury Cougar XR-7

Mercury joined the pony car party in 1967 with its Cougar range. It did so against initial misgivings from within Ford’s Upper Management. However, it proved a wise decision, with the badge accounting for over 42% of the marque’s… more»

No Reserve Driver: 1986 Toyota Supra

Every motoring enthusiast has a list of cars they would park in their garage under the right circumstances. For me, a 1986 Toyota Supra would sit high on the list. These cars weren’t the most potent beasts on the… more»

Rare Motorcycle: 1962 Aermacchi Chimera 250

Looking at this sleek, aerodynamic 1962 Aermacchi Chimera 250, it’s not hard to believe that Aermacchi started as an aeronautic company making seaplanes in 1913. They concentrated on airplanes throughout the next two world wars and designed their first… more»

17k Mile Survivor: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Esprit

Tony Primo found this 17k mile 1979 Pontiac Firebird Esprit for sale in West Babylon, New York. The car is said to be an unmolested original just like it left the factory and the asking price is $21,000. Pontiac… more»

81k Mile 1980 Oldsmobile 442 W-30

Update 6/10/24 – The seller of this 442 has dropped their asking price by $2k here on craigslist. Could that be enough to get it sold this time around? Thanks goes to Matt H. for sending in the tip!… more»

BF Auction: 1994 Ford F-350 Crew Cab Dually

Finding a vehicle that can haul a substantial load but still has enough interior space to accommodate six people comfortably is challenging. That’s where this 1994 Ford F-350 Crew Cab Dually steps up to the plate. Its diesel engine… more»

Vanning Roots: 1977 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon

The Pinto was Ford’s answer to the fuel-efficient and affordable imports that were taking the American automotive market by storm. It was built to be lightweight and cheap. Engine options included a couple of four-bangers and a V6. Manual… more»

Solid 40 Year Barn Find: 1947 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup

When Chevrolet came out with the Advanced Design pickup trucks in the second half of 1947, nobody had any idea that this truck would hang out until the first half of 1955 with relatively few changes.  Yet this classically… more»

Low-Miles Turbo Diesel: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300D

Competition improves the breed, and nowhere is that phrase more accurate than within the automotive industry. It would be fair to say that American luxury car manufacturers became complacent during the late 1960s and early 1970s, focusing more on… more»

Road-Going Racer: 1941 Plymouth Coupe Gasser

The trend of returning old racing machinery to the road isn’t new, and we’ve seen a few examples of that practice at Barn Finds. However, none have been quite like this 1941 Plymouth Coupe. The seller hasn’t attempted to… more»

Rust-Free Daily-Driver: 1974 AMC Hornet

As nice as a vintage vehicle may be, I wonder if many of us would use it as a daily driver after being spoiled by easy-to-drive and reliable vehicles over the last couple of decades. I like to think… more»

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