Survivor Cars

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

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302/4-Speed: 1979 Ford Fairmont Futura

In keeping with the long-standing craigslist tradition of not having the best photos, this 1979 Ford Fairmont Futura is sorely lacking in a photo of the entire car. I’m not sure how a car gets cut off so often… more»

Garage Find: 1967 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe

Chevrolet would enjoy perhaps its best run with the Impala during the fourth generation which was built between 1965-70. Sales would be through the roof, especially in 1965 when they reached an all-time high. The 1967 models would also… more»

1982 Toyota SR5 California Survivor

If someone asked you to close your eyes and picture a “typical” 1980’s Toyota pickup, you’d probably envision a truck with flat paint, rust, dents, and dings. The truck featured here certainly doesn’t look like the average truck and… more»

33K Miles! 1987 Cadillac Coupe DeVille

The sixth-generation Cadillac DeVille was quite different in that it was now based on GM’s front-wheel-drive C-body platform and they were about two feet shorter than the previous generation DeVilles were. This beautifully-preserved time capsule is a 1987 Cadillac… more»

Fresh 383: 1968 Dodge Coronet

This 1968 Dodge Coronet has a tough and purposeful appearance, and its looks aren’t deceiving. With a freshly rebuilt drivetrain and a few sensible upgrades, this is a classic that should offer its next owner power to burn when… more»

Diesel Survivor: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300SD

The Mercedes-Benz W126 chassis is a masterpiece of over-engineering, and has long been looked at as a benchmark for 1980s luxury sedans. Despite these credentials, they’re not worth a whole lot today, largely because they get driven into the… more»

1973 AMC AMX Pierre Cardin 401 V8 4-Speed!

The original owner of this 1973 AMC AMX Pierre Cardin edition must have had fun checking boxes on the order sheet, it’s just about as loaded with features as it got in that era. This would be one fantastic… more»

21k Original Miles: 1984 Chevrolet Corvette

The C4 Corvette is beginning to gain traction in the classic market, but they remain relatively affordable. This 1984 example is a beauty, and it has a mere 21,000 genuine miles on the clock. The owner has decided to… more»

46K Miles! 1958 Mercury Commuter Wagon

Beautiful, I don’t know how else to describe this low-mile, rust-free 1958 Mercury Commuter wagon – just plain beautiful. A two-door hardtop wagon in tri-tone yellow, white, and black with wide whitewall tires almost perfectly defines the automotive scene… more»

67 Mile Time Capsule: 1976 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham

1976 was the last year for General Motors’ full-size cars before the downsizing began. In light of fuel shortages and higher gas prices, it was inevitable that automobiles would have to become efficient. The 1976 Cadillacs were the biggest… more»

Inline Six Survivor: 1994 Ford F-150 XL

This may not be the most exciting truck on the market, but it’s a potential bargain in the making for one of Ford’s most durable models. This is a no reserve listing for a 1994 Ford F150 with the… more»

Never This Nice: 1978 Toyota Chinook

Don’t sleep on this 1978 Toyota Chinook motorhome if you’ve been hunting for one of these rare compact campers. The condition is impressive and the price is right, with the seller asking $16,500 for the rig that has a… more»

17k Mile Survivor: 1976 Chevrolet Nova Concours

Fifth-generation Chevy Nova’s (1975-79) were the last of the rear-wheel-drive models. They would continue to sell well even though the FWD Citation was coming soon to replace it (which was too bad). For 1976, the designation for the most… more»

Recent Repaint: 1973 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible

Hubba-Hubba! It’s huge, with a gargantuan engine and a top that goes down, how could it get any better? Love them or hate them, the ninth generation (1971-1978) Cadillac Eldorado, like this 1973 example, makes a statement! Of course,… more»

Sub-Compact Survivor: 1985 Chevrolet Chevette

The Chevy Chevette was the more conventional successor to the company’s troubled Vega sub-compact. It ran for 12 model years, spanning 1976-87, and would see production reach 2.8 million units in the process. The seller of this 1985 edition… more»

One Owner: 1952 Ford Crestline Victoria

We have the privilege of seeing some beautiful cars here at Barn Finds, and this 1952 Ford Crestline Victoria falls into that category. This is an original and unmolested one-owner classic that is in extraordinary condition. It carries all… more»

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