Survivor Cars

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

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Low Mileage Z71: 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe

This 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe is a desirable Z71 package two-door model that has just over 41,000 miles from new. Unlike its two-door predecessor, the classic K5 Blazer, this later Tahoe model seemingly is forgotten as an option if you’ve… more»

Fully Loaded: 1967 Ford Mustang GT Fastback

The owner of this 1967 Mustang GT Fastback describes the vehicle as being fully loaded. It does come equipped with some nice options, so it will be interesting to see if you believe that it lives up to that… more»

Designer’s Car: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

Some classic cars appear on the market and you understand that they are simple and uncomplicated survivors. Others will pop up from time to time, and you know that these are vehicles that will have a great backstory. That… more»

Potent Pickup: 1990 Chevrolet C1500 454 SS

For most of us, the day is going to come where we either decide to relinquish our Driver’s License, or some kind-hearted official will take it because they believe that we are no longer capable of driving in a… more»

Al Capone’s Cadillac Is For Sale!

When a classic car is offered for sale and it counts a celebrity amongst its previous owners, it will always ignite debate about whether such ownership will have any impact upon that vehicle’s ultimate value. Now, what if that… more»

40k Mile 1980 Renault Le Car

Even though they haven’t been made in 25 years, the Renault R5 has to be one of the most recognizable shapes and designs at least in the last half-century. It’s hard to believe that they actually could be had… more»

BF Classified: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

There is really no disputing the fact that the Chevelle Malibu is a classic car that is in high demand. Ever-increasing values perfectly reflect this fact, and when a relatively clean example appears for sale in a No Reserve… more»

BF Classified: 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 Convertible

If my calendar is right, then today marks the Summer Solstice. That means that there are still plenty of opportunities to hit the road and to enjoy the warmer weather from behind the wheel of a classic convertible. This… more»

More Than Meets The Eye: 1979 Hurst/Olds W-30

The last of the 1970s W-machines were unlike many of their contemporaries, in that the moniker was more than just an appearance package. This one is up for sale right now, here on craigslist from Santa Rosa, California. Read… more»

255 Mile 1993 Ford SVT Mustang Cobra!

In 1993, a total of 4,993 people were lucky enough to secure for themselves an SVT Mustang Cobra. If you were one of the many to miss out, then you might just be about to get a second chance…. more»

One-Owner Survivor: 1977 Datsun 280Z

As the final first-generation Datsun Z models, the 280Z is the least expensive route into owning this seminal sports car, but they are rising in value quickly these days. Like most sports cars, spotless and well-kept examples are hard… more»

All-Original 5K Mile 1972 Honda CB350

There are certain vehicles that are just the right size, not too small, not too big. Ones that aren’t too slow, and aren’t too fast. They aren’t too… well, you get the point. This 1972 Honda CB350 is one… more»

Good Buy or Good-Bye? 1978 Ford Pinto Wagon

While this isn’t a woodgrain-encrusted Squire model, this 1978 Ford Pinto wagon looks like a nice one. For anyone looking for something unusual to drive to the natural foods store and park next to some random, Work-Towards-World-Peace bumpersticker’d gigantic… more»

Tri-Power Treat: 1964 Pontiac GTO

The 1964 model year marked the first for the Pontiac GTO. By today’s standards, it would be considered to be a very impressive performer, but in 1964, it was something very special. This particular GTO is a survivor that… more»

Drop Top Beauty: 1989 Chevrolet Camaro RS Convertible

Sometimes third-gen Camaros are like the Rodney Dangerfield of cars, they don’t get any respect. But then the ’80s were a time of change and many marques and models found themselves challenged as to how to fit in and… more»

BF Classified: 9K Mile 1976 Buick LeSabre

The unbelievably crazy year 2020 notwithstanding, I typically drove 40,000 to 50,000 miles a year around the US in any given year. That’s nothing compared to truck drivers and some other real road warriors, but whenever I see a… more»

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