Survivor Cars

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

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1 of 98? 1970 AMC AMX Go Pack

The AMC would serve as a 2-seat GT-style companion to the Javelin when AMC joined the pony car wars for 1968. Even by AMC standards, its production numbers were low but helped the company try to shake its image… more»

Easy project: 1956 Citroen 2CV

It is hard to look at a Citroen 2CV and not break out in a smile. These are quirky classics, and while they aren’t a jet in a straight line, they offer a driving experience that is engaging and… more»

No Reserve: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda

If there’s anything better than finding an original and unmolested 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda, then it’s probably finding that car in a desirable color that is being offered for sale with No Reserve. That is what is on offer here,… more»

Only 26K Miles: 1980 Plymouth Trail Duster

The Dodge Ramcharger needs little in the way of an introduction around these parts, as Mopar’s challenger to the throne the Chevrolet K5 Blazer sat upon was a formidable opponent. But like all things related to siblings, the second… more»

Older Restoration: 1970 Pontiac GTO

By 1970, fortunes were changing in the muscle car scene as growing competition and rising insurance premiums were taking buyers in different directions. The reputed leader of the genre, the GTO, remained in third place in sales among mid-size… more»

289/4 Speed: 1965 Ford Falcon Futura

While Ford offered the 1965 Falcon Futura with a 289ci V8, this particular vehicle takes that concept to a higher level. It started life with 200hp under the hood, but it now features a K-Code unit that pumps out… more»

53k Mile Survivor: 1973 Buick Century

The Century nameplate had three separate stints at Buick from 1936-42, then again from 1954-58 and finally from 1973-05. The latter occurred with the rollout of GM’s Colonnade design and styling that began with the third generation in 1973…. more»

Numbers Matching: 1970 Dodge Charger R/T 440

This 1970 Dodge Charger R/T 440 is a two-owner vehicle that is in excellent condition. It is a rust-free classic, and it retains its original drivetrain. It currently rubs shoulders with a few other desirable cars, but it could… more»

17,800 Original Miles: 2003 Ford Mustang Cobra

The Ford Mustang Cobra came in many forms throughout the years, with power ranging from prodigious to puny and everywhere in between. The Cobra nameplate has always been associated with collector car status, but the question as to which… more»

Rare Sport Package: 1992 Chevrolet Silverado Pickup

Oftentimes, when we find an owner hawking the virtues of a vehicle with limited production colors or cosmetic add-ons, it can lead to some eye rolls or should shrugs. But every now and again, a limited production model with… more»

From Down Under: 1972 Ford Falcon XA

There is a tendency to assume that anything made by Ford or GM is, or was, a domestic model. It’s a logical thought progression, it’s just not accurate. Both companies had a significant presence in Australia and produced desirable… more»

33K Miles! 1992 Geo Metro Convertible

We’ve had a resurgence of non-spring-like weather here in the upper Midwest lately with temperatures in the 40s, but most of the country is ready for convertible season, I know that I am. This super clean badge-engineered drop-top is… more»

Homologation Specials: Commodore VL SS And VN SS

As the balloons and streamers flew to celebrate the start of 2021, a passionate group of Australian enthusiasts was in mourning. At that moment, Holden, Australia’s arm of the General Motors empire, ceased to exist. Not only did it… more»

HiPo 289/4-Speed: 1965 Ford Mustang GT Fastback

If you were in the position to buy a new Mustang in 1965, the GT version with the K-Code V8 was about as good as it got. That is what is on offer with our feature car, and it… more»

G-Code/4 Speed: 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 Sunliner

It would be fair to say that America was “king of the kids” in the 1960s when it came to the question of high-performance production cars. Eager buyers could walk into their local showroom and drive away in something… more»

Recently Refreshed: 1968 Ford Bronco Pickup

We’ve seen quite a few 1st Generation Ford Bronco projects appear on our desks recently here at Barn Finds, and some of them have represented major restorations. That makes this 1968 Bronco Pickup a refreshing change. This is a… more»