Survivor Cars

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

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Rare Drop Top: 1980 Toyota Celica GT “Sunchaser”

Maybe it’s just my imagination, but as we start to head towards Summer, we seem to be seeing more convertibles come across the desks here at Barn Finds. This little Celica is not a factory convertible, but it is… more»

1-of-4: 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T HEMI Convertible!

When it comes to American car engines, the Mopar 426ci Hemi rates up there with the best of them, and any car that wears its original Hemi engine is going to be a desirable car that will command a… more»

Family Gem: 1972 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible

It’s not clear whether the gentleman in this photo is the original owner of this 1972 442, or whether he is the car’s second (and current) owner. Regardless of which he is, he appears to be enjoying the experience… more»

Diamond In The Snow: 1937 Ford Pickup

Chances are that when this tale finds you, the latest snowmageddon will be working its way across our great land.  While most of us will be snuggled up in our jammies and abusing the internet, there will always be… more»

50 K Miles: 1977 Buick Lesabre Custom

My aunt had this same car, just in gold with the tan trim, when new. She only kept it a few months, because she was rear-ended and the frame was bent. She then stepped up to a new 1978… more»

Bargain Limo: 1984 Chrysler Executive Limousine

The owner of this Chrysler refers to it as a LeBaron, but while it is a car that is based on a LeBaron, it is actually an ASC-completed conversion known as an Executive. Available in two wheelbases and two… more»

Survivor Wagon: 1965 Chevrolet Biscayne

Here is an easily recognizable wagon survivor that is in great shape, and is ready to roll. The current owner purchased this wagon 7 years ago from the original owner. With only minor signs of aging, this sweet wagon… more»

39k Documented Miles: 1977 Chevrolet Malibu Classic

When it comes to selling a car, I have to take my hat off to people like the owner of this 1977 Malibu. They talk about the overall condition of the car as being good but aren’t at all… more»

Save From Drag Racing: 1979 Chevrolet LUV

I guess the Big Three American manufacturers in the seventies decided to test the waters with captive import pickups before bringing out their own in the eighties. The LUV was produced by Isuzu for Chevrolet. Apparently, sales were well… more»

40k Original Miles: 1987 Yugo GV

Some cars are named by the manufacturer to reflect their characteristics or their intended purpose. The Mini and the Land Rover are good examples. Some are named for irony. A good example is the Cony Giant. It does seem… more»

Spotlessly Clean: 1959 Pontiac Bonneville Hardtop

If appearances count for anything, this 1959 Pontiac Bonneville looks to be one really nice car. Everywhere that you look, the presentation of the car is extremely impressive. From my perspective, this is one of the nicest color combinations… more»

7,990 Miles? 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28

The owner of this 1969 Camaro Z/28 refers to it as a one owner, low mileage vehicle. The odometer indicates that the car has either covered 7,900 miles or 107,900 miles. The owner is claiming the lower figure but… more»

Survivor Notchback: 1979 Toyota Celica

There’s been much written about the newest Toyota Supra after its official public debut a few days ago, reminding us that Toyota occasionally built cars that elevated your heart rate. While the first-generation Supra and Celica cars weren’t necessarily… more»

28k Genuine Miles: 1967 Mercury Cougar

The owner of this ’67 Cougar describes it as an original survivor. While it isn’t perfect, the condition is certainly such that is you were looking for a car to drive and enjoy, rather than a Concours example, then… more»

77k Original Miles: 1971 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible

With the Winter Solstice now having been and gone in the Northern Hemisphere, the days are getting longer. That means that Spring is just around the corner, and Summer isn’t far away. That makes now a pretty good time… more»

Numbers-Matching: 1970 Plymouth HEMI ‘Cuda

Are you sitting down? Good. This 1970 ‘Cuda is a car that is likely to make you want to drool over its specification, and possibly go a bit weak at the knees as well. The Galen Govier report confirms… more»

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