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»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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Clean Survivor: 1971 Datsun 240Z
The Datsun 240Z is a great little sports car that was vulnerable to two main problems, and this 1971 model has managed to avoid both of those issues. That means that it is not only rust-free but that the… more»
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Nice Non-Hudson: 1934 Terraplane Business Coupe
While it might have been built by Hudson, the 1934 Terraplane carried none of the company’s branding beyond its built plate. In fact, during its lifetime, it was known initially as the Essex-Terraplane, and from 1934, simply the Terraplane…. more»
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Flat-Six Survivor: 1970 Porsche 914-6
Here’s a car you don’t often see on craigslist: a highly original Porsche 914-6, un-altered except for one repaint in its factory colors. If you haven’t noticed, the six-cylinder 914s have been enjoying a solid rise in values as… more»
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Levi’s Edition: 1977 Jeep CJ5 Golden Eagle
This 1977 Jeep CJ5 is an interesting combination of options, featuring both the Golden Eagle package and the Levi’s edition interior. However, to muddy the waters a little further is the fact that the original interior is gone along… more»
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Spotless and Original: 1975 Avanti II
Sometimes fate will smile on a particular model of car, and that is the case with the Avanti. Originally designed, built, and released by Studebaker, it could very easily have disappeared when the parent company collapsed in a heap…. more»
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Owned Since ’61! 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Sedan
A gentleman by the name of “Papa Jim” purchased this 1957 Bel Air in 1961 and drove it on a regular basis before parking it about 10-years-ago. Papa Jim has recently passed away, but the Bel Air has now… more»
