Survivor Cars

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

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Tastefully Upgraded: 1991 GMC Syclone

There’s no denying that stuffing a high-performance engine under the hood of a compact pickup truck makes for a fun time, and that’s why it’s easy to love GMC’s Syclone. For the 1991 model year, the company stuffed a… more»

Convertible Cruiser: 1985 Toyota Celica GT-S

In current times, Toyota’s name is synonymous with dependable and practical commuter vehicles. However, during the 1970s and 1980s, the company offered a plethora of front-engine, rear-wheel-drive cars that were both reliable and sporty. The third-generation A60 Celica was… more»

Hot Wheels! 1969 Pink Charger Redline

I’m quite sure that many of you got your start in automotive collecting (ok, playing) with Hot Wheels, Matchbox, Corgi, Aurora and other similar toy cars. My “car room” is currently decorated with two 108-car display cases holding my… more»

Watch This! Vintage Heuer Camaro

I have found over the years that there is a surprising correlation between vintage automobile and vintage watch fans — including me. This Heuer Camaro (yes, it was named after the car, more about that later) was designed and… more»

Stepside Fixer-Upper: 1963 Chevrolet C-10 SWB

Despite needing some work under the hood, this 1963 Chevrolet C10 pickup is attracting multiple bids at the moment, likely due to its incredibly original condition. It could even be speculated that the partially-disassembled engine works in its favor… more»

Rust-Free Survivor: 1985 Subaru BRAT

If you’ve ever tried to find a Subaru BRAT worthy of your time, you’ve likely encountered lots of rustbuckets along the way. Vintage Japanese tin was not robust, a fact that became especially evident on BRATs that lived in… more»

Miraculous Survivor: 1966 Ford Bronco

When I first looked at this 1966 Ford Bronco, I came to the conclusion that it really is a miraculous survivor. While they were built to be rugged and dependable, the early Broncos could also be prone to rust… more»

Original Survivor: 1971 Jensen Interceptor Mark III

The Jensen Interceptor was a lot of things, but what it wasn’t was a classic British sports car. What it offered was the chance for a lucky few people to own an accomplished Grand Tourer that cossetted its occupants… more»

Back to The…Past: 1999 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Over the years, numerous manufacturers have made a concerted effort to capture the hearts and wallets of potential buyers with retro models. Some of these have proven to be a success, while some haven’t (to be polite). Occasionally, other… more»

49K Miles: 1955 Pontiac Star Chief Custom

The 1955 Pontiac Star Chief Custom was Pontiac’s top trim level based on the Chieftain and I can’t think of a better setting for a gorgeous two-tone Firegold and White Mist car than equally gorgeous Tucson, Arizona. That’s where… more»

Like-New 1981 Puma GTC

How cool is this? This rare 1981 Puma GTC is essentially a new car, having been purchased as a kit and never assembled until just recently. Everything on it is as-new, including the VW pan it’s based on. The… more»

No Reserve: 1971 Dodge Challenger R/T

Sometimes unfinished projects can make people swallow pretty hard, but this 1971 Dodge Challenger R/T looks like it is a really good one. It currently wears a coat of primer, but under that, it is said to be completely… more»

One Owner: 1980 Chevrolet C10 Long Bed Stepside

I’m normally excited to see short vehicles – short cars, short trucks, small motorcycles, anything small and easy to store. This non-short 1980 Chevrolet C10 long-bed stepside is so long that I could probably fit a Subaru 360 in… more»

BF Classified: 1978 Lincoln Mark V With 12K Miles

I can almost hear the jingling of gold chains and the strains of “Stayin’ Alive” as I take a trip back to 1978. And as one of the more formidable rides of that era, the Lincoln Mark V stands… more»

No Reserve: 1974 Ford F-250 Ranger XLT

There is no doubt that this 1974 F-250 Ranger XLT would turn heads wherever it went. Let’s face it, its big, and the color is not one designed to blend in with the background. Having said that, it does… more»

Nicest On The Planet? 1989 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

Where did the last 31 years go? Don’t ask this 1989 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, because it doesn’t know, it looks like it just glided from the assembly line to today and skipped all of the hardship stuff in between…. more»