Survivor Cars

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

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Daily Driver Amazon: 1966 Volvo 122S

The Volvo 122S, the successor to the PV444/544, was called the Amazon in its homeland. It was quite popular worldwide and Volvo sold nearly 700,000 of them in 15 years. This 1966 edition has survived the past 54 years… more»

Only 13K Miles! No Reserve 1979 Triumph TR7

It looks a bit like a doorstop on wheels. And they aren’t always that fondly recalled but they certainly made a visual statement. And there is something to be said, wistfully, as the car in question was the last… more»

Land Speed Record Camper? 1970 Chinook 2200

  Speed is not something we usually equate with an RV, however, there is a land speed record for them, and it’s faster than you might think! This particular classic chassis is up for sale right now, here on… more»

Lightning Rod Shifters: 1984 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds

If you are going to close the books on a special edition classic, it’s probably not a bad thing if you go out on a high. That’s what Oldsmobile chose to do with the Hurst/Olds. The 1984 model year… more»

Rare Coachbuilt Coupe: 1963 Fiat 600 Viotti

Viotti was an Italian coachbuilding company that operated out of Turin, Italy, between 1921 and 1964. They produced special vehicles for several different manufacturers, including Alfa Romeo, Lancia, and Fiat. Production records are sparse, but various sources agree that… more»

Luxurious Land Yacht: 1968 Airstream Caravel

The world of camper trailers has exploded over the last few months as consumers continue to resist taking to the friendly skies to get to their next far-off destination. R/Vs and motorhome sales have skyrocketed, with many dealers actively… more»

Super Clean: 27K Mile 1996 Buick Roadmaster

One of GM’s favorite “B” body cars is the last of the rear-wheel-drive models which were found in the form of the Chevrolet Caprice, Cadillac Fleetwood (D body actually, but similar) and Buick Roadmaster. Produced between 1991 and 1996… more»

55k Mile Euro Model: 1982 Mercedes-Benz 280CE

European market specification cars are generally more desirable across the board, thanks to more powerful engines, less restrictive emissions equipment, and cosmetic details that allow the original design to shine through before the safety nerds at the NHTSA got… more»

1968 Dodge Super Bee Barn Find!

There is a belief amongst some classic car enthusiasts that the steady stream of barn and shed finds that we see today could slow to a trickle, and eventually dry up completely. I don’t subscribe to that theory. Our… more»

Unrestored Survivor: 1965 Chevrolet Impala Convertible

There’s a lot to be said for owning a spotlessly clean and beautifully restored classic car. Equally, there is so much to love about a classic that is an incredibly clean and tidy survivor. It might not be perfect,… more»

V8 Rarity: 1980 Triumph TR8 Convertible

The iconic British wedge that was the Triumph TR7 wasn’t necessarily a home run when introduced, though it certainly remains a favorite among British car enthusiasts. And really, it’s hard to go wrong with one of these cheap classics,… more»

Time Capsule: 1973 Ford Capri GT

When Ford lifted the covers on the Mustang for the first time, they found themselves with a sales winner that was beyond their wildest dreams. Ford of Europe longed for a piece of this action but knew that a… more»

Ready To Drive: 1976 MG Midget

Ungainly looking? Yes, a bit, the protruding rubber bumpers do it no favors. The jacked-up stance doesn’t help either but this 1976 MG Midget is in pretty spectacular condition. One day to go in the bidding, so look fast…. more»

Original Survivor: 1963 Triumph TR3B

The owner of this 1963 Triumph TR3B purchased the car approximately 10-years-ago. He chose not to restore the vehicle, but to retain it as an original survivor. It runs and drives and is ready to be enjoyed immediately. Alternatively,… more»

27K Mile 1970 Buick Electra Convertible 455-4!

If you had a 1970 Buick Electra 225 convertible in 1970 you were doing pretty well. You are doing pretty well today if you can afford to own this drop-dead gorgeous drop-top shown here on eBay in beautiful Nine… more»

Same Family 55 Years: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible

Remember Dinah Shore on TV singing, “See the USA in Your Chevrolet”? While that ad campaign dates back to the 1950s, apparently folks were still taking that to heart more than a decade later. Chevy sold more than one… more»

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