Survivor Cars

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

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21k Original Miles: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

For the enthusiast who is searching for a classic car that can be driven and enjoyed immediately, this 1979 Pontiac Trans Am might be just the ticket. With 1979 marking the final year that the Trans Am would find… more»

Original 390, Original Owner: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

When a classic car comes onto the market and it has been the subject of long-term ownership, that’s always an encouraging sign. However, when a 51-year-old classic comes onto the market and is being offered for sale by its… more»

Rare Soft Window: 1968 Porsche 911 Targa

This 1968 Porsche 911 Targa is a rare soft-window model, an unusual air-cooled collector car that doesn’t turn up all that often. As the name implies, the rear window is like a traditional convertible top window, unlike the fixed… more»

Authentic EL: 1947 Harley Davidson Knucklehead

This 1947 Harley Davidson EL “Knucklehead” is an iconic bike among vintage motorcycles, and a particularly important milestone in the company’s history. Featuring a novel overhead valve engine that gave it both speed and reliability, it’s a highly collectible… more»

Dry Desert Find: 1959 Willys Utility Wagon

This handsome 1959 Willys-Jeep Utility Wagon is a strong reminder that the reasons behind America’s love of classic SUVs is plainly obvious: this is a gorgeous vehicle that can go anywhere and take more luggage than you need, along… more»

3,057 Original Miles: 1991 Mazda Miata SE

This 1991 Mazda Miata Special Edition is one of 4,000 cars made wearing special British Racing Green paint with unique tan leather interiors. This example has been owned by the seller’s father-in-law since 1998 and has just 3,057 original… more»

Got Your Engine! Looking For Its 1970 AAR ‘Cuda

Here’s an unusual request through the Barn Finds Classifieds! A reader named Garth has submitted this ad looking for the person that purchased a 1970 Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda, VIN BS23J0B303477, from this Apple Towing auction back on October 26,… more»

Original Survivor: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

It took some time for Chevrolet to “find their feet” with the Corvette, and at one point early in its life, there was a very real danger that the company was going to drop the vehicle due to quality… more»

Roadworthy Project: 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible

The owner of this 1965 Mustang Convertible uses the car for a spot of relaxed weekend cruising, but after a year of ownership, he has decided to part with the car. It shows a lot of promise as a… more»

Santa Fe Railroader: 1962 Dodge D300 Pickup

I was a railroad worker for many years and in spite of that, I never liked the hammed-up tune, “I’ve Been Working on the Railroad.” Today’s Barn Find, a 1962 Dodge D300, has been working on the railroad too,… more»

Fine Four Door: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air

We are off to a great start! A 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air in magnificent original condition. Not hot-rodded, resto-modded or customized. It even has a V8 engine and a manual transmission! OK, so what, if anything, is the rub?… more»

31,500 Mile 1981 Mercury Zephyr

As a somewhat more luxurious counterpart to the Ford Fairmont, this 1981 Mercury Zephyr was still not very luxurious compared to anything available today in the medium luxury class. But, that’s what makes it such an interesting era and… more»

Pontiac Perfection! 1972 LeMans Two-Door Hardtop

Talk about the gift that keeps on giving, it’s GM’s 1968 to 1972 “A” body intermediate series. Some of these select models are 50 years old at this point but they still command premium prices.  It’s especially puzzling when… more»

The Worlds Most Valuable 1980 Triumph TR8?

This all-original, low mile 1980 Triumph TR8 is being sold for a hefty buy-it-now price of $10,700. There are a number of reasons why that asking price is that high as you will find out below. It is located… more»

Rare Magenta Survivor: 1974 Triumph TR6

This 1974 Triumph TR6 is a claimed low mileage survivor wearing one of the rarer colors that TR6s were available in. What you may call purple is considered magenta by the factory, and the seller states that this is… more»

#46 Of 140: 1985 Saleen Mustang

Despite the association Saleen has with building high-performance cars and trucks, their first fling with the Fox Body Mustang platform didn’t actually incorporate any dramatic power increases. This 1985 model is largely a case of significant aero upgrades and… more»