Survivor Cars

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

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One-Owner Original Paint: 1968 Ford Mustang

This 1968 Mustang Hardtop would seem to offer a golden opportunity for some lucky buyer. Not only is this a one-owner classic, but it is said to be rust-free. It could be driven and enjoyed as it currently stands,… more»

30k Mile Survivor! 1974 Ford Thunderbird

During the 1950s, many people viewed the Corvette and the Thunderbird as direct competitors. This was in spite of the fact that GM and Ford were targetting different customers with their two-seater offerings. By 1974 there could be no… more»

No Reserve: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette 25th Anniversary

By selecting the B2Z option in 1978, you could order a 25th Anniversary Edition Corvette at any Chevrolet dealer across the country. With 2 days remaining in the auction, this 1978 25th Anniversary Edition Chevrolet Corvette is being sold… more»

Unrestored S-Code: 1967 Mustang Fastback

The seller of this 1967 Ford Mustang S-code fastback describes it as “a true survivor, not a butchered Frankenstang.” It’s a welcome sight among many restomodded Mustangs. This one was sent in by Barn Finds reader, Ron, who found… more»

32K Mile Survivor: 1991 Ford Mustang LX 5.0 Convertible

I owned this car! Well, not exactly, mine was a ’92 with a five-speed manual transmission but it was practically the same car. OK, I didn’t actually own this subject car but it is similar enough to mine that… more»

Former Museum Car: 1971 Dodge Charger R/T

I usually pick more oddball cars to write about, but this 1971 Dodge Charger R/T was too good to pass up. It was sent in by a Barn Finds reader who found it here on eBay in Fenton, Missouri…. more»

Rust-Free Survivor: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS

First Generation pony cars were renowned for two things. Firstly, they could offer potential buyers unrivaled bang for their bucks at the showroom. Secondly, as the years passed, they were also famous for dissolving rapidly in the wrong environment…. more»

Power Wagon: 1981 Ford Fairmont EV Wagon

Those of you who are unfortunate enough to know me either personally or online, know that a car like this 1981 Ford Fairmont EV wagon really turns my crank, even though this one doesn’t have a crank. Or an… more»

Mid-Engined V6: 1984 Honda Civic

There’s no denying that the 1984 Honda Civic, while well-built, didn’t offer a lot of performance or excitement. One look at this Civic with its low stance, big alloys, and the boxy fender flares, suggests that this is anything… more»

1 of 6 SSP: 1990 Ford Mustang LX

Through the ’80 and ‘90s, the Ford Mustang became very popular with law enforcement and government agencies. They were commonly used as pursuit units on the interstate highway system. This 1990 Mustang SSP (Special Service Package) is one of… more»

One Year Only: 1969 Mercury Cyclone 428 CJ

This 1969 Mercury Cyclone is a pretty special car. Not only is it 1-of-80 to wear this distinctive paint and trim combination, but the engine bay houses the original 428ci V8 that was a hallmark of the CJ, or… more»

64k Mile: 1969 Ford Bronco

Here is a rare sight. An unmolested 1969 Ford Bronco with 64,000 miles. The Bronco was bought to be shipped to Argentina but when the seller found out the cost of shipping and customs, this one gets to stay… more»

One Owner: 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28

Finding a classic car that has been owned by one person for an extended period is always reassuring. This generally means that the vehicle has been treated with a certain level of respect that has helped it to survive… more»

427 4-Speed! 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS

This 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS is the version that many say Chevrolet should have built. In a sense, they did via high-performance dealerships like Don Yenko from Cannonsburg, Pennsylvania but a 1967 Camaro, equipped this way, didn’t roll off… more»

Big Wagon: 1975 Ford LTD Country Squire

In the 1970s, if you wanted a station wagon that was big on comfort and big in general, you probably went looking for an LTD Country Squire at your friendly Ford dealer. This 1975 edition of Ford’s top station… more»

Two-Owner Survivor: 1972 Chevrolet Nova

Back in the ‘70s, no car looked better in basic trim than the Chevy Nova. This 1972 Nova had little in the way of options when it left the factory, yet it looks quite nice. Two-tone colors, automatic transmission,… more»

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