Survivor Cars

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

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Turbo Survivor: 1987 Toyota 4Runner SR5

There is nothing quite like getting away from the rat race and pitching a tent in the untamed wilderness. There is also nothing wrong with finding your way to those locations in a degree of luxury and comfort. That… more»

27K Mile Survivor: 1985 Chevrolet Caprice

This 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is a bit of a mystery wrapped in an enigma, as they say (who says that?!). Is it loaded or not loaded? And I don’t mean loaded like Otis loaded, I mean like options loaded…. more»

Nicest One Left? 39k Mile 1980 Datsun 210

As with most Japanese carmakers, Nissan’s naming system in the 1970s and 80s was more than a little confusing. It makes even those of us who consider ourselves fans and aficionados of vintage Japanese vehicles scratch our heads a… more»

Vintage Race Car: 1968 Plymouth Road Runner

“Unfinished Business.” Never was a name more appropriate than it is for this long-retired drag car. When its racing days ended in the 1980s, the 1968 Plymouth Road Runner was placed into storage. It has only recently seen the… more»

Rare 2+2: 1972 Lotus Elan 130 +2

This 1972 Lotus Elan is a rare +2 example that has rear seats, a longer wheelbase, and in this instance, the “Big Valve” engine which was another optional upgrade. Though many enthusiasts tend to throw shade at cars with… more»

1-of-12: 1934 Sayers & Scovill Hearse

It isn’t often that you get the opportunity to describe a hearse as being flamboyant, but that is definitely the case with this 1934 Sayers & Scovill “Olympian” Hearse. After its active duty in the funeral industry had ended,… more»

Land Yacht: 1976 Buick LeSabre Landau

Cars from the 1970s are beginning to gain some traction in the classics market. A large part of this growth in popularity has come from the relative rarity of these vehicles on our roads today. They were primarily treated… more»

Fully Restored? 1946 Dodge Power Wagon

Don’t be fooled by its appearance, because there is more to this 1946 Dodge Power Wagon than meets the eye. The current owner has spent a considerable amount of both time and money on the vehicle. The result is… more»

Fastest Accelerating Bike? 1975 Kawasaki H2 750

Internal combustion engines usually have an even number of cylinders; lawnmowers and motorcycles are frequently a single, or a bike can be a double too. Fours, in-line sixes, V6s and V8s are the province of cars and trucks. There… more»

California Survivor: 1974 MG MGB-GT

For those among us – myself included – who are indecisive about which style of car you want to add to your garage, perhaps this 1974 MGB GT can satisfy a variety of appetites: Sports car? Yes. Hatchback? Yep…. more»

Original 427: 1967 Chevrolet Corvette

Sometimes the line that divides a classic car that has been restored from one that has been refurbished can be quite blurred. I don’t believe that this is the case with this 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it will be… more»

Low Mileage GT: 1991 Ford Mustang

Another day, another fine Fox body. This time, it’s a silver GT coupe from 1991, wearing the classinc GT bodykit and Pony wheels, and in a sharp color combo of silver and red. While we see an awful lot… more»

No Reserve: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

For some enthusiasts, the lure of purchasing a classic car that is ready to be driven and enjoyed immediately is hard to resist. It can become even more tempting when that classic is being offered for sale in a… more»

Drive or Restore? 1971 Oldsmobile 442 W30

The 1971 Oldsmobile 442 W30 was a potent vehicle that provided its owner with neck-snapping performance. This particular car presents well and can be driven and enjoyed immediately. However, some light cosmetic restoration work would take this already stunning… more»

No Reserve Time Capsule: 1988 Toyota 4Runner

This 1988 Toyota 4Runner is an impressive survivor, with just 77,000 one-owner miles and maintained since new at a local Toyota dealer. The body is in outstanding condition with nary a sign of rust, and the original paint and… more»

Amazing 3,600 Mile 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1

The seller of this 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is a wise individual, as he (or she) rightfully points out what an absolute bargain these cars are for the type of performance they deliver out of the box. Today, you’ll… more»

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