Survivor Cars

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

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Original Paint: 1948 Chrysler New Yorker Coupe

This 1948 Chrysler New Yorker Coupe has led an interesting life because, after 10-years of relatively constant use, it was parked and left largely unused until 2012. It was then lovingly revived and is now ready to ply the… more»

48k Original Miles: 1979 Ford Mustang

With clean examples of the Fox-body Mustang continuing to grow in popularity, cars like this 1979 model are always sure to attract plenty of attention. It features a healthy V8 under the hood, and with a genuine 48,000 miles… more»

4,990 Mile Time Capsule: 1987 Buick GNX

Bidding is pretty staggering at the moment for this low-mileage Buick GNX, which is listed as having a mere 4,990 miles on the clock. Obviously, the GNX is well-documented as being one the more collectible of the 1980s muscle… more»

LS6 4-Speed! 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454

There’s a lot going on here and it really caught my attention, twice! In spite of their fairly strong production numbers, the one year only, 1970 LS6 Chevelle is still an attention-getting find. Even more so when that find… more»

Low-Mileage and Loaded: 1979 Ford F-150

There’s something to be said for old-school pickup trucks that don’t necessarily have any immediate reason to be considered collectible, but just check the boxes in such a way that they become immensely appealing regardless of perceived value. This… more»

1,941 Mile 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V

Sometimes you only have to look at the bidding history on a vehicle to realize that you are dealing with something pretty special. That would certainly appear to be the case with this 1978 Continental Mark V. With a… more»

Tri-Power Terrific! 1957 Pontiac Safari Transcontinental

Somewhere along the line, the Pontiac Safari Transcontinental Star Chief escaped my attention. When I first gazed upon this listing, I was struck by this Pontiac’s lines, they are beautiful but unknown to me. That being the case, an… more»

EXCLUSIVE: 40k Mile 1992 Chevrolet Camaro

This pretty third-generation Chevrolet Camaro is a final-year model of one of the most recognized forms of Chevy’s muscle car. Even better, it’s a rare manual transmission example that remains in completely stock condition. Throw in the great colors… more»

Great Colors: 1992 Chevrolet Corvette

When it comes to the C4 Corvette, the sheer volume of available cars on craigslist and eBay can make it seem like it’s always a good time to buy one. To own a model that stands apart, most enthusiasts… more»

No Reserve: 1968 Chevrolet Impala

This 1968 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe is an attractive looking car that has spent an extended period sitting idle in a private collection. It now runs and drives, but it may need some work if it is to be… more»

Final Year: 1987 Dodge Shelby Charger

When people hear “Dodge Charger” I’d be willing to bet they first picture 1 of 2 eras – either the first 3 generations (1966-1974) or the newest iteration (2006+). So, let’s not forget the L-Body Charger of the 1980s,… more»

Four Speed SS: 1974 Chevrolet Nova Hatchback

It was the beginning of the end for the muscle car. Some would say it was all over except for the clapping by the end of 1972. But by 1974, time was truly running out. The ‘Cuda, Challenger, Z28,… more»

Original Paint? 32k Mile 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air

Before the days of long fins and miles of chrome trim, cars had a more conservative look. This ’54 Bel Air is an excellent example of that post-war low-key look, and it’s available here on eBay. Thanks go to… more»

No Reserve: 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite

If there is one aspect of traditional British sports cars that is prone to criticism, it is the fact that they don’t tend to be the most relaxed of open-road cruisers. This 1965 Austin-Healey Sprite has received some mechanical… more»

65k Original Miles: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28

Some cars ooze cool from day one. In my opinion, the first-generation Camaro is such a car. This 1968 Z/28 example was sent to us by an anonymous Barn Finds reader who found it here on eBay in Portland,… more»

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»

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