One of the key characteristics of a classic is that it should elicit an emotional response. While some people buy them purely as investments, others hand over their hard-earned cash because they feel a deep passion for the car… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Rare Astroroof: 1987 Buick Grand National
We must sometimes take rarity claims with a grain of salt in the absence of documentary evidence. Such is the case with this beautiful 1987 Buick Grand National. The seller claims that its optional Astroroof is rare, but doesn’t… more»
Original 454/4-Speed: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
This 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible doesn’t just look good. It retains its original 454ci V8 and four-speed manual transmission, delivering neck-snapping performance. It appears to need nothing, making it ideal for enthusiasts seeking a turnkey classic. I must say… more»
Highly Optioned: 1965 Dodge Coronet 500
Some buyers walk into dealerships with a strict budget, ordering their new car with few or no factory options. Others throw caution to the wind, splashing significant cash to create the car of their dreams. The original owner of… more»
Sports Car Survivor: 2006 Pontiac Solstice
The Pontiac Solstice and Saturn Sky were small, 2-seat sports cars offered by General Motors from 2006 to 2010. The Solstice was Pontiac’s first 2-seater since the demise of the mid-engine Fiero in 1988. The shutdown of the Pontiac… more»
1974 Winnebago Indian Motorhome 440 V8
It’s that time of year again, at least for those of us in the snowbelt regions of North America. This is the time of year when a lot of us start thinking about summer, camping, fishing, and just getting… more»
2k Mile Dual-Sport: 1978 Honda XL175
Excel Black and Tahitian Red is an interesting color combo for this on/off bike. It’s like a 14-horsepower red-winged blackbird, but with a little more bite than chirp. This low-mile 1978 Honda XL175 is listed here on Facebook Marketplace… more»
One Owner 1990 Toyota 4Runner SR5 V6 5-Speed
42.5 years is a long run for any vehicle model, and Toyota has offered its 4Runner since the fall of 1983 for the 1984 model year. I barely remember 42.5 days ago, let alone what I was doing 42.5… more»
65K-Mile 1981 Buick Electra Park Avenue Coupe
Wearing new tires and Wisconsin license plates, this 1981 Buick Electra Park Avenue is located in Phoenix, Arizona, and it shows some signs of sun damage, or maybe it’s just age. The bumper filler material, both front and rear,… more»
1974 Pontiac Firebird With 9,422 Genuine Miles!
Although it isn’t an ultra-desirable Trans Am, this 1974 Pontiac Firebird is a genuinely special vehicle. Its impressive presentation is unsurprising, given that this Firebird has a genuine 9,422 miles showing on its odometer. If Pontiac still existed, it… more»
Original L82: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette
I’ve always felt that it is worth getting “down on the ground” to photograph a C3 Corvette. That angle accentuates the car’s inherent svelte but aggressive styling, and is the approach the seller has adopted with this 1974 example…. more»
No Reserve: One-Owner 1973 Jensen-Healey
This 1973 Jensen-Healey ticks many of the boxes that potential buyers consider essential when seeking a classic British sports car. It is a one-owner vehicle that has spent its life in favorable climates. That has allowed it to avoid… more»
Celebrity Value? 1972 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow at No Reserve
What is the value of a car once owned by a celebrity? The seller of this four-door 1972 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow provides documentation showing that Walter Matthau purchased it new for his second wife, Carol. Aside from the celebrity… more»
136k-Mile Survivor: 1999 Dodge Dakota 4X4
The Dodge Dakota (aka Ram Dakota) was Chrysler’s mid-size pickup from 1987 to 2011. It was produced across three generations and would compete today with the Ford Ranger or Chevrolet Colorado if Chrysler had stayed the course. Located in… more»
End of the Line Wagon: 1996 Buick Roadmaster
There’s something about the last of anything that makes it feel a little more important, and that’s exactly the angle with this 1996 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon. Listed on eBay with a clean title, this one represents the final… more»
7,352 Miles? 1977 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The Z28 began as the Chevy Camaro model slated for SCCA (Sports Car Club of America) Trans Am Division competition. After the engine size increased from 302 to 350 cubic inches, the Z28 became a larger part of the… more»
















