Survivor Cars

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

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READER AD: 1992 Cadillac Brougham With 29k Miles

Having spent much of its life parked in the original owner’s climate-controlled garage, this Cadillac is in beautiful condition inside and out. Having covered just 29k miles, it runs and drives great, so be sure to take a closer… more»

Green on Green: Low-Mile 1981 Chrysler Imperial

There’s an online community of enthusiasts known as Malaise Motors, which is a celebration of sorts for vehicles manufactured from 1972 to 1992. Though their website describes the era as a time where insurance, safety, and emissions agencies “managed… more»

Survivor 1987 Honda Civic Si With Just 15,475 miles!

Though it doesn’t have the performance pedigree of its successor, I enjoy the styling of the third-generation Honda Civic compact car quite a bit. This generation also introduced what is now a household name among those who enjoy performance… more»

READER AD: 1983 Zimmer Golden Spirit Coupe

If you are into unique and odd vehicles, look no further than Reader Robert D’s Zimmer Golden Spirit Coupe! This neo-classic luxury cruiser was the brainchild of Paul Zimmer as an attempt to recapture the grandeur and style of… more»

Classic Vintage Toy: 1950 Murray Flat-Front Pedal Car

As soon as I saw this vintage pedal car come across the desks here at Barn Finds, I just knew that I had to write about it. The reason why was because when I was a lad, I actually… more»

1965 Chevrolet Corvette Fuelie with 1,653 original miles!

There is always something to be said for owning the best example of a particular classic car, and this 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible “Fuelie” is potentially one of those cars. Amazingly, this 54-year-old classic has a mere 1,653 genuine… more»

Original and Rust-Free: 1964 Pontiac GTO

Whether you are looking for a Pontiac GTO as a restoration project, or you just want one that you can drive and enjoy as it is, this 1964 GTO would seem to tick a lot of boxes for the… more»

44k Genuine Miles: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS

This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS has been in the same family since new. It was bought as a special-order gift for the family’s mother, and after 51-years of ownership, it is now destined to head to a new family…. more»

Hot Wheels Inspiration: Amphicar 770 Custom

The owner of this customized Amphicar 770 claims that it is a vehicle that may have served as the inspiration for a Hot Wheels diecast model that appeared on toy shop shelves a few years ago. Whether this is… more»

Performance Pickup: 1994 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning

The 1st generation of the F-150 SVT Lightning appeared in Ford showrooms in 1993, and in Ford’s own marketing words, they said that “For all intents, the F-150 Lightning is a Mustang GT with a cargo bed.” SVT managed… more»

668 Original Miles: 1993 Ford Mustang Cobra

Update 8/5/19 – The high bidder backed out so this sweet SVT is back on eBay. How high will it go? From 7/31/19 – This 1993 Ford Mustang Cobra may very well be one of the lowest mileage cars… more»

READER AD: 30k Mile 1969 Toyota Land Cruiser!

Reader Sean M found this low mileage Land Cruiser survivor back in 2018. He bought it from a family member of the original owner. Clearly, the original owner took good care of this 4×4, with it showing minimal wear… more»

Monte Carlo Yellow: 1991 Saab 900 SE Turbo

Few cars are as emblematic of 90s yuppie wealth than the Saab 900 convertible. Paint it yellow and give it Aero blade-style wheels, and it becomes borderline iconic. This 1991 Saab 900 SE Turbo features a one-year-only color of… more»

More Info Please: 1971 Chevrolet Camaro Z28/RS

The owner of this 1971 Chevrolet Camaro points out that the car is a real Z28/RS, and that it is not a clone. Beyond that, he doesn’t tell us a lot. It looks a bit tired, but if it… more»

Nicely Optioned: 1976 International Harvester Scout II

As a classic SUV restoration project, this International Harvester Scout II is quite an interesting one. Already a competent off-roader, the addition of the Rallye Package brings a touch of luxury to the vehicle. It appears to be complete… more»

Pampered for 40 Years: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

This 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Coupe has been lovingly cared for a long-term owner of 40 years, the car’s second caretaker who purchased it with 10,000 miles. The color combination features a white body with minimal paintwork and a… more»

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