Survivor Cars

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

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24K Miles? 1971 Ford F-100 Ranger XLT Longbed

According to the 1971 Ford Trucks brochure, the swanky Ranger XLT shown above was the Ford truck that was driven by the foreman, or perhaps the guy in charge of engineering who’s looking at his watch because he’s such… more»

Rare 4-Speed: 1967 Mercury Cougar

This 1967 Mercury Cougar is a two-owner classic that recently received plenty of TLC. It presents extremely well as a result, but the original owner’s decision to order it with a four-speed manual transmission helps it to stand out… more»

1-of-500: 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Indy Pace Car

The Chevrolet Corvette has served as the Pace Car for the Indianapolis 500 twenty-three times. It was during a purple patch of five consecutive years that this Corvette Convertible rolled off the line in 2007. Chevrolet leveraged its exposure… more»

29k Original Miles: 2000 Chevrolet Camaro SS

This 2000 Chevrolet Camaro SS is more than a pretty face. Its mechanical specifications guarantee astounding performance, while its luxury appointments ensure that the rapid motoring experience will be extremely comfortable. It has 29,500 miles on its odometer, equating… more»

Original Owner: 1967 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback

Some people buy a new car, drive it for a few years, then send it to a new home. Others find the concept of selling their beloved vehicle almost impossible. Such is the case with this 1967 Ford Mustang… more»

The 1980s Are Now: 1987/88 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe

It seems that as time passes and the inevitable thinning of the availability of collectible cars happens, later-model collectibles are catching enthusiasts’ attention. Such is the case with the 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe seen here on craigslist and… more»

New England Survivor: 1976 Pontiac Grand LeMans

The LeMans was Pontiac’s mid-size offering from 1964 to 1981. It originated as a compact in 1961 and gave birth to the GTO in 1964, the leader of the muscle car pack. The 1973-77 models were from the Colonnade… more»

Rare Split-Bed? 1964 Dodge D100 Short Bed

Is this real? Well, I know the truck is factory-correct, or at least the cab. I mean, is this a factory-produced bed option to have half of a utility bed and half of a Sweptline bed? This rare split-bed… more»

60k-Mile Survivor: 1966 Plymouth Sport Fury

The Plymouth Sport Fury was launched in 1959, then took a couple of years off, returning from 1962 to 1971. During its longer run, it was Plymouth’s answer to the full-size Chevrolet Impala Super Sport and the Ford Galaxie… more»

1,425 Miles! 1970 Yamaha L5T-A Trailmaster 100

Another in the series of “Scotty G’s Small Motorcycles” (is there such a thing?) (there is now), this 1970 Yamaha L5T-A Trailmaster appears to be a jewel, and the seller says it’s original and has under 1,500 miles. They… more»

Soft Window Targa: 1968 Porsche 912

What is so significant about a window that it makes a car incredibly desirable? Well, in the case of the rare “soft window” Porsche 912 Targa, it’s because this concept of open air motoring was short-lived, but not because… more»

41k-Mile Survivor: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette

The nice thing about collecting Corvettes is that their previous owners were more likely to baby them than the owners of more mundane collector cars; after all, Corvettes have never been cheap and they’ve always been special. This particular… more»

Air-Cooled Opportunity: 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera

The 993-generation Porsche 911 has spent years climbing the wish-list ladder for enthusiasts, and cars like this 1996 Porsche 911 Targa help explain why. Listed on eBay, this blue-over-gray example combines the final air-cooled 911 platform with a six-speed… more»

One-Owner Survivor? 1970 Ford Bronco Sport

Early Broncos continue to sit near the top of the vintage 4×4 market, but finding one that hasn’t been heavily modified or turned into a full custom build is getting harder every year. This 1970 Ford Bronco Sport listed… more»

Euro-Spec: 1975 Peugeot 604 SL

In the 1970s, several car makers were gaining traction in the flourishing luxury car niche. Mercedes’ W116 S-class, BMW’s E9 series, Jaguar’s XJs, and American models from Cadillac and Lincoln were selling for premium prices, helping fund growth at… more»

19k Original Miles: 1986 Pontiac Bonneville

Even a relatively “pedestrian” vehicle can turn heads if its appearance is good enough. Take this 1986 Pontiac Bonneville as an example. It is not the most desirable classic on the planet, but with 19,000 miles on the clock… more»