Survivor Cars

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

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4WD Survivor: 1985 AMC Eagle

Update 8/27/19 – The high bidder flaked, so this sweet 4WD sedan has been relisted here on eBay with no reserve. It might end up being a bargain too because last time it only got bid up to $3k…. more»

Rare Restored Italian: 1973 Fiat 130 Coupe

The design for the Fiat 130 Coupe emerged from the design studios of Pininfarina, and the fruits of their labor is a car that, while some people might not find it to be the most gorgeous car ever built,… more»

7,700 Mile Turbo! 1981 Pontiac Trans Am SE

The owner of this 1981 Pontiac Trans Am describes the car as being original and flawless, and with a mere 7,700 miles under its belt, that probably isn’t that surprising. Everywhere you look you are confronted with spotless presentation,… more»

Quirky Classic: 1996 Subaru SVX

During the 1980s and 1990s, many car manufacturers introduced cars that they referred to as “Halo” models. Their stated aim was to bring a level of prestige and performance to the brand, with the cars then generating “trickle-down” sales… more»

1976 Pontiac Grand Prix With 8,300 Genuine Miles

The term “time capsule” is one that I believe gets overused in the world of classic cars, so it is one that I will avoid. What we have here is a 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix, and with a genuine… more»

Final Shelby Dodge: 1989 Dodge Shadow Shelby CSX-VNT

UPDATE – This Shelby ended up selling for $13,200! At the tail end of the 1980s, Carroll Shelby got his hands on the P-Body Dodge Shadow and Plymouth Sundance compact cars and created the limited-production Shelby CSX, an acronym… more»

1 Of 2 In The USA: 1966 Datsun Bluebird 411 Deluxe Coupe

For nearly 50 years, Datsun and Nissan used the Bluebird nameplate for various compact vehicles in global markets. While gearheads in the USA flock to the 510 Bluebird, they often overlook other generations of the compact car. Barn Finds… more»

Preserved Kammback: 1981 AMC Eagle

While the four-wheel drive AMC Eagle wagon was an outlier when introduced, the hatchback versions –  affectionately known as either the Kammback or SX/4 – were really out there by 1980s standards. This 1981 model is the squared-off Kammback… more»

One Owner SoCal Survivor! 1959 Chevrolet Corvette

This 1959 Chevrolet Corvette was reportedly purchased new in Southern California where it remained with the first owner for nearly sixty years. I’m not sure if this fits the true definition of “survivor” but no one can argue the… more»

1 of 900: 1981 Toyota Celica Convertible

What better city than Beverly Hills for a custom coachbuilding company to turn 900 Celicas into convertibles. This 1981 Toyota Celica convertible is one of those 900 cars and it can be found here on eBay in Hustisford, Wisconsin…. more»

Big Fin Barn Finds: Amazing Cadillac Collection!

1959 was the peak for Cadillac tail fins and they routinely sell for six-figures. If you’ve ever wanted an instant collection of classic cars, or you want some projects to clean up and re-sell, check out this amazing group… more»

Best of Japan Exhibitor: 1985 Honda CRX

Don’t look now, but collectors are paying closer attention to 80s icons than ever before. While a car like this 1985 Honda CRX will never be worth ridiculous money, they are still trading hands for more than some skeptics… more»

9,229 Original Miles? 1971 Lamborghini Espada

This 1971 Lamborghini Espada is said to have under 10,000 original miles and remain in outstanding, original condition. Despite the claimed time capsule mileage, the Espada will still need some work before being driven confidently, but that’s not discouraging… more»

One Lady Owner: 1981 Chevy Camaro Z28

This 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is a claimed one female owner example that remains in excellent condition. Pictures do tend to indicate this car benefits from a woman’s touch as there’s no significant evidence of wanton abuse like a… more»

1967 Chevrolet Corvette With 36k Genuine Miles!

Maybe it’s just me, but I think that Marlboro Maroon was the most striking color available on a Corvette in 1967. That is the shade that graces this completely original and unrestored Corvette that is located in Englewood, Colorado…. more»

Dueling Rokons: 1968 and 1970 Rokon Trail-Breakers

I probably say this every time we see a Rokon roll through the employee break room here at One Barn Finds Tower: I literally can not believe that I don’t own one. Nice original ones don’t seem to come… more»