Survivor Cars

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

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Preserved Commuter: 1995 Plymouth Neon

Was 1995 really 30 years ago already? How is that possible? Times sure seemed simple back then, now that I think about it, including vehicles like this 1995 Plymouth Neon. There are no incessantly troublesome “media screens” in this… more»

5-Speed Notchback: 1990 Ford Mustang LX

A few days ago, I put up my first listings on eBay in some time, running two auctions for a pair of motorcycles I’m trying to sell. The bids came in slowly and got no where near where I… more»

Cheap Survivor: 1979 AMC Spirit DL Liftback

Morocco Buff is an exotic color name for “tan”, which is the color of this 1979 AMC Spirit DL Liftback. It’s posted here on craigslist in Belle Harbor, on the Rockaway Peninsula, in Queens, New York, about as choice… more»

56k Mile Survivor: 1967 Dodge Coronet

There can’t be too many Mopar fans who appreciate a nice B-Body any more than I, with those having big block power and all the go-fast equipment resulting in a big smile on my face, every time a Barn… more»

Two Cars in One: 1967 Volvo Duett P210

In the genus “wagon”, few models are as distinctive as Volvo’s Duett. Looking like a cross between an early Suburban and a 1948 Ford, yet different from each, the Duett was conceived after the introduction of the PV444 sedan…. more»

Where Did They All Go? 38k Mile 1993 Saturn SL2

When was the last time you saw a Saturn? I mean, a real Saturn, not a badge-engineered Opel as the company pumped out toward the end of their lifespan. This 1993 Saturn SL2 is a real one, a first-generation… more»

55k Mile 1977 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Coupe

Enthusiasts seeking a turnkey classic wearing the iconic Bow-Tie badge may find themselves drawn to this 1977 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Landau Coupe. It presents exceptionally well, and its list of factory options includes the badge’s range-topping 350ci V8. It… more»

Estate Find: 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis LS

While barns and sheds remain an excellent source of classic cars, estate finds are becoming more common. This 1999 Mercury Grand Marquis LS is a perfect example, presenting well for a car with over twenty-five years of service under… more»

Bright Blue Bumpers: 1980 Ford Fairmont Futura

I believe this bright blue color is called, yes, “Bright Blue.” It’s a nice color, and the next owner of this 1980 Ford Fairmont Futura had better like it because it’s on both bumpers, too. I’m not sure why… more»

Big-Block Beauty: 1969 Buick Skylark GS 430

Looking for a clean driver with muscle-era style and Buick performance? This 1969 Buick Skylark GS might be just the ticket. Originally built with a 400 cubic-inch V8, this GS now runs a 430ci Buick big block, swapped in… more»

Nicest One Left? 1999 Toyota Celica GT Convertible

The sixth-generation Toyota Celica was always a bit of an outlier in the U.S. market. It wasn’t an overwhelming success for a very simple reason that has doomed certain sports models over the years, which is that Toyota didn’t… more»

Gold Standard: 1986 Cadillac Sedan DeVille

I believe this beautiful color is Almond Gold Firemist, and it’s perfect for the Standard of the World, or the gold standard, or anything in between. Having grown up with vinyl tops on our vehicles, it’s nice to see… more»

Neighbor’s Mother’s Car: 1987 Cadillac Cimarron

The seller has this Glacier Blue Cadillac Cimarron, easily one of the most-favorite and popular cars here on Barn Finds (Hello? Is this thing on?), listed as a 1983 model year. The grille is clearly from the 1987+ update… more»

Two-Owner Survivor: 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24

Summer might be drawing to an end, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t plenty of opportunities to hit the road behind the wheel of a classic Convertible. If affordability forms part of the equation, this 1988 Chevrolet Cavalier… more»

Indoor Storage Find: 1975 Ford Elite

Made for three model years, 1974, 1975, and 1976 – technically, only two model years, as the 1974 Elite was under the Gran Torino halo and was called Gran Torino Elite – these are interesting cars. I can’t remember… more»

No Body Rust: 1978 Dodge Monaco 360 V8

We’ve only seen four 1978 Dodge Monacos here on Barn Finds over the years; that’s hard to believe. Even harder to believe, only one of them was a two-door like this example shown here on craigslist in the East… more»

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