Survivor Cars

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

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Too Nice For Winter? 1987 Audi 4000CS Quattro

As an Audi owner for almost two decades and a fan for much longer than that, a car like this 1987 Audi 4000CS Quattro is something that I would love to have as a winter vehicle. The legendary Quattro… more»

Downsized Luxury: 1977 Cadillac Seville

The concept of downsizing seems to have gone by the wayside with carmakers. It seems like they’re all bigger, fatter, wider, longer, and heavier with each new generation. Cars, I mean, not their owners. Well, maybe that’s why vehicles… more»

4×4 Survivor: 1986 GMC K2500

The “Square Body” is a staple of American truck history, and this GMC K2500 is a nice example of a survivor with great options. Flaunting 4WD with a “Heavy Duty” chassis, and air conditioning makes this an easy to… more»

454 Power! Low-Mile 1975 Chevrolet Caprice

The year 1975 was a transitional one for many automobile manufacturers. Getting serious about emission control and getting the lead out brought about the introduction of catalytic converters across many automotive brands for the first time. The muscle car… more»

Highly Optioned: 1965 Oldsmobile Cutlass

Even though they wouldn’t be considered “personal luxury cars” for a few more years, the original buyer of this 1965 Oldsmobile Cutlass loaded it up with options and in doing so, may have pushed this mid-level mid-size into personal… more»

Well-Preserved 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

The ’57 Chevy is perhaps the most iconic and quintessential American vehicle ever produced. This one just happens to be for sale, here on craigslist, out of Cleona, Pennsylvania. Let’s take a look, and maybe a trip down Memory… more»

Go Ahead: 1955 Oldsmobile Super 88 Coupe

“Go Ahead” was one of Oldsmobile’s sales catchphrases for 1955, and this ’55 Super 88 is up for sale now, here on eBay, out of Rhinelander, Wisconsin.  Let’s “Go ahead” and keep reading to see more about it!

Rare 1976 Buick Century Free Spirit

As an automotive enthusiast who appreciates vehicles from all around the world, I enjoy learning about interesting vehicles that I was previously unaware of. I didn’t know much about this 1976 Buick Century Free Spirit that Barn Finds reader David… more»

Rare Olympic Edition: 1988 Jeep Wrangler

This 1988 Jeep Wrangler is, first and foremost, a clean survivor. Things step up a notch when you factor in it’s one of an incredibly few remaining Olympic edition models, issued to commemorate the 1988 Olympic games, and sold… more»

Black And Gold: 1977 Dodge Warlock 4×4

Trucks seem to be more popular than they’ve ever been. If you’re looking for a departure from the normal 2nd and 3rd generation GM C/K or 5th and 6th generation Ford F-Series, this 1977 Dodge Warlock may be worth… more»

Classifieds Find: 1988 Oldsmobile 98 Regency Brougham

It seems that the older we get, the faster the clock seems to spin. I mean, take this Oldsmobile 98 Regency Brougham. I find it hard to believe that it’s 32-years-old because 1988 doesn’t feel as though it is… more»

Rare Ragtop: 1982 Buick Riviera Convertible

The big news for the sixth-generation Riviera was a change to a modified front-wheel-drive platform of GM’s E-body which also underpinned the Olds Toronado and Cadillac Eldorado of the same era. I’ve always thought that these were “right-sized” cars,… more»

Practical Updates: 1966 Triumph Spitfire

There is nothing quite like motoring through the countryside on a warm and sunny day behind the wheel of a classic British sports car. That is the sort of experience that potentially awaits someone should they choose to purchase… more»

Ready To Work: 1954 Ford F-350 Wrecker

It is said that “Everything is bigger in Texas” and this 1954 Ford tow truck is just about as big and American as you can get. It’s for sale here on eBay out of Sealy, Texas. Keep reading to… more»

Cheap Time Machine? 1981 DeLorean

Yes – Lucas, Prince of Darkness is associated with almost every British vehicle. We all know that Pintos blow up when a pine cone falls on them. Sedans have two doors too many. And, who doesn’t wonder about the… more»

Classic Wagon: 1973 AMC Hornet Sportabout

If you look across the total AMC Hornet production for 1973, the wagon was a clear winner in the model’s sales stakes. AMC managed to shift 44,719 examples of the stylish vehicle, although finding a nice example for sale… more»

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