Survivor Cars

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

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Anniversary Edition: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 400 4-Speed

Few muscle cars carry as much late-’70s swagger as the 1979 Pontiac Trans Am, and this particular example goes a step further — it’s a genuine Anniversary Edition with the numbers-matching 400 cubic-inch V8 and 4-speed manual transmission. Listed… more»

86k Original Miles: 1959 Chevrolet Impala Sport Sedan

One of the problems with automotive history is that it has produced some incredible cars. In fact, there are so many that even picking a favorite decade can be challenging. Enthusiasts preferring the distinctive styling of the 1950s may… more»

Running Project: 1971 Chevelle Malibu

Chevrolet treated the 1971 Chevelle to a styling refresh, its third since a redesign of the A-body intermediate in 1968. Gone were the dual headlights the Chevelle had carried from Day 1, replaced by large, singular peepers on each… more»

True Canadian Find: 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Well, we received a lot of interesting comments about this 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Classic, and for obvious reasons. Today, let’s wind things back three years and review the 1985 variant – and this one has been bestowed with… more»

Grandma Car: 1964 Pontiac Tempest Post

In 1964, Pontiac promoted the Tempest from compact to mid-size to join other General Motors products in the “new” intermediate market. Ford had started the ball rolling in 1962 by downsizing its Fairlane into a slot between the Falcon… more»

1968 Ford Fairlane 2-Door Hardtop 302 V8

With a totally new look, Ford kicked up the Fairlane series a notch with the sleek design of the sixth-generation cars. I have to say that I still prefer the previous generation with stacked headlights and quaint, blocky look… more»

50K-Mile Survivor: 1976 Ford Gran Torino Wagon

A nice, 1976 station wagon. That doesn’t sound like a car that would appeal to many people in 2025, but Barn Finds readers are a different bunch of humans (in a good way). The seller has this nice 1976… more»

Stored for 56 Years: 1931 Studebaker Commander Victoria Coupe

Few prewar survivors turn up as complete or as solid as this 1931 Studebaker Commander Victoria Coupe, now listed here on eBay by a private seller. With its elegant proportions and straight-eight power, the Commander represented Studebaker’s vision of… more»

Rust-Free Survivor: 1981 Toyota SR5 Pickup

Some vehicles earn their legendary reputation through durability, and the early ’80s Toyota pickups are among them. Built to last, they were driven hard, used for work, and rarely survived in the kind of condition this one has. Listed… more»

Nicest One Left? 1970 Plymouth Satellite

In 1965, the Chrysler B-body platform officially became a mid-size car after the full-size Dodges and Plymouths had erroneously been downsized in 1962. Also in ’65, the Satellite joined the roster as an upscale version of the Belvedere. The… more»

BF Exclusive: 6,793-Mile 2001 Mustang GT

If you’ve been waiting for a New Edge Mustang GT that still feels factory fresh, this Barn Finds Exclusive might be the one that finally checks every box. Offered as a classified listing and showing just 6,793 actual miles,… more»

New Interior: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442

Interior retrims can be a costly part of any project build, but the seller has removed that expense from the equation with this 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442. It is in good mechanical health, requiring an exterior refresh to present… more»

Long Bed Driver: 1967 Chevrolet C-10

Some classic pickups are built for show, others for work—and then there are survivors like this 1967 Chevrolet C-10, listed here on craigslist out of Bend, Oregon, that have been revived with care to be a strong-running, reliable daily… more»

1979 Dodge Li’l Red Express With 5,600 Original Miles

The automotive world was very different in the late 1970s. Emission regulations reduced many performance models to shadows of their former selves, leaving enthusiasts to long for the good old days. However, by exploiting a loophole in regulations, Dodge… more»

Factory V8 Survivor: Original 1972 ‘Heavy Chevy’ Chevrolet Chevelle

Chevelle fans who appreciate originality may want to take a close look at this 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Heavy Chevy, listed for sale by its owner in Visalia, California, you can see it here on craigslist. The seller describes it… more»

One Owner: 1981 BMW 320i

Like a dog paddling in a pond, BMW’s three-series was steady on top, with a lot going on underneath. The sporty sedan theme perfected by the 2002 persisted, but the car’s entire demeanor was refined. The styling remained boxy,… more»