Survivor Cars

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

BF Auction: 1984 Chevrolet Blazer S-10 Tahoe 4×4

Sometimes, an excellent original condition popular classic turns up, and that is the case here with this 1984 Chevy S-10 Blazer 4×4. The odometer currently shows just 19,653 miles, which has rolled over, but it has a fresh factory… more»

Car Has To Go! 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix

“l have run out of time the car has got to go make an offer Cash and she is your sweet deal a real classic.” pleads the owner of this Canton, Connecticut-based 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. There is also… more»

BF Auction: 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible

This 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible ticks many of the right boxes for enthusiasts seeking a turnkey classic. The owner treated it to a restoration around ten years ago, with no aspect of the car escaping his attention. It remains… more»

4WD Survivor: 1984 AMC Eagle Wagon

In 1980, American Motors (who desperately needed more sales) crossed a Concord car with a Jeep 4X4 platform to create the only 4WD automobile built in the U.S. (at the time). Called the Eagle, the station wagon version was… more»

Affordable Luxury: 1997 Lincoln Continental With 33k Original Miles

With our society seemingly moving at a frantic pace, many people wish to step back, draw breath, and enjoy the finer things in life. Some will turn their attention to hobbies like fishing, while others will immerse themselves in… more»

No Reserve: 1971 Chevrolet K10 Cheyenne 4×4 Short Bed

It sometimes requires more than a passing glance to determine whether a barn or shed houses a classic that deserves liberating. Such is the case with this garage and the 1971 Chevrolet K10 Cheyenne 4×4 Short Bed that has… more»

25k Original Miles: 1999 Chevrolet K3500 4×4 Pickup

While purchasing a new 4×4 Pickup brings with it the latest creature comforts and the reassurance of a new car warranty, there are also disadvantages. They are typically significantly more expensive than secondhand alternatives, and devaluation can be horrendous…. more»

Racing Special: 1990 BMW M3 Evolution 2

The pages of automotive history books are littered with moments when manufacturers pushed the boundaries by producing thinly disguised homologation specials designed to deliver what is sometimes called “the unfair advantage” in motorsport competition. The Plymouth Superbird and Dodge… more»

52k Mile Pony: 1966 Ford Mustang Coupe

Few manufacturers have made more than 600,000 automobiles in a single model year. The VW Beetle (pick a year) comes to mind as does the 1965 Chevrolet Impala. But you’d be discounting the 1966 Ford Mustang at 607,000 units…. more»

51k Mile Survivor: 1977 Pontiac Phoenix

In the 1970s, Pontiac adapted the popular Chevrolet Nova for sale under their brand, calling it Ventura II (at first) and Phoenix later. Because of General Motors’ shift to sharing powerplants across divisions, many later Phoenix had Chevy engines,… more»

Minerva Blue Turbo: 1979 Porsche 930

If you recall the hit comedy that provided a staggeringly accurate portray of corporate life called Office Space, you may remember that the neanderthal boss drove a Porsche 911 in the memorable shade of Minerva Blue. Thankfully, given how unbearable Lundberg is,… more»

50K Mile Eighties Icon: 1984 Dodge Daytona Turbo Z

When you go to Taco Bell to enjoy authentic Mexican food, did you ever think that everything there is simply a combination of a limited number of ingredients? While nobody is knocking Taco Bell for this, it is a… more»

Low Miles, Long Ownership: 1983 Porsche 911SC Coupe

\ In the late 1970s, Porsche was planning to sunset the venerable 911 in favor of its front-engined 928. But one last iteration would grace the streets before the 911’s discontinuation: the 911 SC. Arriving in 1978, the new… more»

Mostly Original: 1949 Willys-Overland Jeepster

At Barn Finds, we always appreciate the input from our readers, whether it is via your comments on our articles, or your ability to spot excellent and interesting classics for us to feature. The simple fact is that without… more»

Outstanding Condition: 1956 Porsche 356A

Any unrestored classic that presents so well after nearly seven decades of active service stands as a shining example of the company’s attention to detail and an owner’s desire to preserve their pride and joy for future generations to… more»

Runs and Drives: 1952 MG TD

For several reasons, classic post-war British sports cars can represent excellent first project candidates. The engineering and construction techniques mean that they are easy to disassemble and bolt back together. They are also generally fairly affordable, a significant consideration… more»

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