Survivor Cars

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

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Spotless Classic: 1937 Ford 5-Window Business Coupe

This 1937 Ford 5-Window Coupe has been garage-kept for its entire life. That means that it is no real surprise to learn that it is completely rust-free. The fact that it was owned by a true enthusiast who lavished… more»

Parked in 1996: 1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula

This 1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula was discovered parked and forgotten in this shed by its current owner. It cut a pretty forlorn-looking figure, having sat unloved and neglected since 1996. It has now emerged from hiding and been returned… more»

Parked For 30 Years: 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback 2+2

Sometimes here at Barn Finds we see cars that really raise some questions in our minds. This 1965 Mustang Fastback is a perfect example. Until recently it had been owned by the same family for its entire life. At… more»

Grandma’s Wagon: 1995 Buick Roadmaster Estate

The owner of this 1995 Buick Roadmaster Estate inherited the vehicle from his grandmother, who had owned the wagon since new. It isn’t perfect, but it is an original survivor that is in above average condition. It also comes… more»

No Reserve 5-Speed: 1983 Dodge Rampage

There’s an entire era of vehicles that has been cast aside for years, usually for good reason: they were economy cars, expensive to maintain, or simply unloved when new. The 1983 Dodge Rampage fell into the category of being… more»

One Owner: 1971 Chevrolet Camaro RS

Taking the decision to part with a classic car that you have owned for the best part of five decades can never be an easy one, but sometimes the harsh realities of life leave an owner with little choice…. more»

Pristine Pioneer: 1989 Jeep Comanche

This 1989 Jeep Comanche Pioneer is an exceedingly clean example of a vehicle we don’t see much of anymore, in any condition. The Comanche offered the rugged looks and drivetrain of the classic Cherokee with the convenience of a… more»

56k Original Miles: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette

If you are on the hunt for a clean and tidy C3 Corvette that you can drive and enjoy immediately, then this 1978 example is worth a serious look. It looks like it has been the recipient of some… more»

Special Find: 1952 Triumph Renown

If your first thought was “Looks sort of like a small Bentley” then you have the right idea. This is an exceedingly rare 1952 Triumph Renown, for sale here on craigslist and located about two hours from Los Angeles,… more»

1-of-75: 1981 Lancia Beta Zagato Spyder Special Edition

When they are in good physical and mechanical health, the Lancia Beta Zagato provides one of the most enjoyable motoring experiences that you are ever likely to have in a front-wheel-drive car. They are a relatively rare find in… more»

Daily-Friendly Classic: 1984 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

There was a time when you saw this generation of Chevy’s Monte Carlo practically everywhere. Used by grandmas, dads, workers, and brand loyalists, the Monte Carlo seemingly appealed to consumers on a few different levels, even if just on… more»

No Reserve Survivor: 1975 Oldsmobile Starfire

Another day, another Starfire. I just recently posted how we so very rarely see these Chevy Monza siblings come up for sale, and now here’s another example in even better condition than the one we just shared. This car… more»

Rare Double Optioned: 1975 Pontiac Ventura SJ/Sprint

Ventura is a name that Pontiac used twice in its 85-year history. Its second go-around was based on an X-body architecture which was the underpinning for the Chevrolet Nova. Novas to this day are still commonly found, the Ventura?… more»

Solid Project: 1965 Buick Riviera

Sometimes project cars come along where there is really nothing major that is wrong with them, but they are cars that have just become tired and frayed. That would appear to be the case with this 1965 Buick Riviera…. more»

37k Mile 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS 396

So, do you want to own a clean and potent classic that is ready to be driven and enjoyed immediately? You do? Well perhaps this 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS396 is the car that you have been searching for. It… more»

Owned Since ’89: 1979 Volvo 242GT

This 1979 Volvo 242GT is a rare special edition of an otherwise completely ordinary Volvo two-door, showcasing a radical departure from the typically stodgy Volvo image. These cars sported a number of cosmetic upgrades, most notably in the form… more»

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