AMC seemed to have a lock on unusual vehicles in the 1970s, or at least American vehicles. This 1975 AMC Matador coupe is exhibit A. This swoopy-woopy coupe’y can be found here on craigslist in Seneca Falls, New York…. more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
EXCLUSIVE: 1988 Plymouth Gran Fury Survivor
Reader Chris H doesn’t tell us how this Plymouth Gran Fury managed to survive the years in such pristine condition, but honestly, it’s so nice I don’t even care! This thing looks nearly perfect inside and out. It could… more»
Limited Production: 1995 Pontiac Firehawk
The Pontiac Firehawk had enjoyed unprecedented success upon its introduction in 1993, and the original production run of 201 cars sold out very quickly. These numbers increased in 1994, and in 1995 the plan had been to produce 1,000… more»
Loaded IROC: 1987 Chevy Camaro
When you own a car produced in huge quantities, it helps to have some desirable options to set it apart. This 1987 Chevy Camaro IROC -Z has just been released from 32-year single-family ownership, and shows just 46,000 original… more»
Impressive Original: 1971 Dodge Charger
As far as survivors go, they don’t get much better than this. The seller of this 1971 Dodge Charger claims it sports original paint and, well – everything else. It may be a lower spec 318 car, but it… more»
Low Mileage Survivor: 1960 Chevrolet Corvette
Purchased by the current owner in 1965, this Corvette made a trip over to Germany in 1974, and then back to the states in 1978. Upon its arrival back in the states, this Corvette was parked with only 89,000… more»
One Family Owned: 1966 Ford Mustang
This 1966 black plate Mustang Coupe has spent its entire life residing in the very pleasant Californian climate, and its overall condition is a perfect example of just how beneficial this can be. It has belonged to the same… more»
36k Original Miles: 1973 Dodge Charger
If this 1973 Dodge Charger is as original as the owner claims, then it has definitely earned the right to be referred to as a survivor. With only 36,304 original miles showing on the odometer, it is also a… more»
Late Arrival: 1980 Triumph TR7 Spider Limited Edition
I am old enough to remember the excitement that was generated in the mainstream motoring press when the news first filtered through that Triumph was in the midst of developing a new and modern sports car. I can also… more»
Amazing Survivor: 1985 GMC Vandura
One thing is for certain, and that is that classic vehicles come in all shapes, sizes, and types. Never has this fact been better exemplified than by this 1985 GMC Vandura. With the SUV and the people-carrier both becoming… more»
Drive and Enjoy: 1965 Buick Skylark
With ongoing sales success between 1961 and 1963, the Buick Skylark graduated from being merely a trim level to a model in its own right by the 1964 model year. This 1965 model has been painted to look (from… more»
Only 32 Miles! 1976 CitiCar SV-48
If Elon Musk would have had a battery-powered car at age 5 it may have been something like this 1976 Sebring-Vanguard CitiCar SV-48. This fantastic, funky little find is listed here on eBay in Clarksville, Iowa with an unmet… more»
No Reserve: 1993 Ford Mustang Cobra
It seems to get harder to find desirable cars put up for sale in no reserve auctions. To me, putting a clean Fox Body Cobra into a no reserve listing means you know bidders will be hungry for a… more»
Little Old Lady’s Grabber: 1970 Ford Maverick
The seller mistakenly has labeled this Maverick a Mustang, but perhaps the Grabber package has him thinking there’s a little bit of ‘Stang juice in this modest econobox. Despite the racy effect the Grabber package may have on you,… more»
Ecklers Daytona Kit: 1980 Chevrolet Corvette
Body kits are certainly a matter of personal taste, and on the whole, I’d wager most enthusiasts would prefer to find their preferred project car without one. In the case of this 1980 Chevrolet Corvette, however, one of the… more»
















