Survivor Cars

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

Rare Body Style: 1968 Pontiac Catalina 2-door Sedan

What’s so special about a 1968 Pontiac Catalina? Sure, it’s in fantastic shape for a 53-year-old car but it’s pretty much a generic Pontiac sedan, not a high-flying Grand Prix. Well maybe, but there’s a bit more to the… more»

440 EFI V8: 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda

The Barracuda finally broke free of its lineage to the Plymouth Valiant in 1970 with an all-new E-body platform that would be shared with the new Dodge Challenger. Sales perked up by a third over 1969 to fall yet… more»

Garage Find: Rare 1959 Porsche 356A Convertible D

These are the stories that make you smile and wince at the same time, as seeing a longtime owner part with a treasured car is always an emotional experience. Of course, then we have sellers who repeatedly refer to… more»

Low Mile: 1970 Buick LeSabre

The Buick LeSabre was part of the full-size Buick line-up from 1959-05, making it one of the most enduring nameplates in Detroit. It was usually the entry-level model and you could work your way up to the Electra 225… more»

One Year Wonder: 1991 Nissan Figaro

The Nissan Figaro was a fixed-profile, right-hand-drive small convertible that was built for the home market for a single season, 1991. Exterior colors were limited to one for each of the four climate seasons: Topaz Mist (Autumn), Emerald Green… more»

Rare Ram Air: 1971 Ford Mustang SportsRoof

By 1971, the 1st Generation Mustang had grown in size. Even though it also increased in weight, it was still possible to order a Mustang that provided impressive performance levels. That is the case with this Mustang SportsRoof because… more»

Original 427: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Don’t be fooled because a lot has changed since the owner snapped this shot of this 1966 Corvette Convertible. It has been treated to a full-blown restoration, and the result of this hard work is a classic car that… more»

Upgraded Engine: 1970 Volvo 142S

If you’ve never driven a classic Volvo, then you’ve missed a bit of a rare treat. Below that slightly conservative sheet metal is a car that offers a rewarding driving experience. Cars like this 1970 Volvo 142S are still… more»

Rare Spec: 1982 Porsche 924 Turbo

The Porsche 924 is one of those eminently cheap project cars that you never have to look too hard to find. It’s a great starter classic if you just want to get your feet wet in project car ownership,… more»

350 V8 Survivor: 1970 Chevrolet Nova

The Nova began as the Chevy II in 1962 as Chevrolet’s more conventional entry in the compact market space (the other was the Corvair and conventional is not the word to describe it). By the end of the decade,… more»

Al Unser Connection? 1971 Kawasaki MT1

Shaquille O’Neal is six inches taller than I am and over twice as heavy and I can’t see him riding this 1971 Kawasaki MT1, but I sure would. I subscribe to the theory that if you’re embarrassed about your… more»

Shelby Throwback: 1976 Ford Mustang Cobra II

While the name had been a part of Ford heritage for several years, it didn’t become an established brand within the Mustang line-up until 1976. By then, the sub-compact Mustang II had been out a couple of years, so… more»

1 Of 2? 1963 Behrens Roadster

Kit cars were all the rage in the 1960s and 1970s. Several prominent names often come to mind, like the Meyers Manx, Blakely Bantam, Bradley GT and McBurnie Ferrari 250 GTO. But the Behrens is not a name I… more»

Awesome Porsche 356 Inspired Runge Racer

There are times when a classic car will appear on our desks here at Barn Finds, and it becomes difficult to know where to begin. That is the case with this Porsche 356-inspired racer that was created by Chris… more»

Swedish Survivor: 1970 Volvo P1800S

The Volvo P1800 was a 2+2, touring car that was built by Volvo Cars between 1961-73. It was made famous on television as driven by Roger Moore in the spy-type show The Saint from 1962-69. As was common at… more»

Spotless Survivor: 1978 Pontiac Macho T/A

Ah, 1978! Space Invaders appeared, the Susan B. Anthony Dollar was minted, a lasagna-loving cat called Garfield first showed his face, and crowds were flocking to the cinemas to see Grease and Saturday Night Fever. It was also an… more»

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