Survivor Cars

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

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Would You Drive It? 1985 Oldsmobile 98 Regency Brougham Diesel

We here at Barn Finds appreciate the out-of-the-ordinary classics – vehicles that were once commonplace but now occupy a small niche of the broad vintage-vehicle spectrum. This car is one of those machines, and it just so happens that… more»

One Owner Estate: 1990 Ford LTD Country Squire

This 1990 Ford LTD Country Squire is the high-zoot wagon of choice, with the full complement of wood paneling and leather. Not only that, this one also features the heavy-duty trailering package, which added the “K”-code 3.55 rear axle… more»

No Metal Work: 1967 VW Single Cab

It’s not surprising to see strong bidding for this 1967 Volkswagen Single Cab pickup, as the seller claims that aside from one repaint, this utility wagon features all original sheetmetal and floors with no metal work ever performed. Among… more»

One Owner 4-Speed: 1969 Mercedes 280SL

This 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL roadster is described as a highly-original car that remained in the care of one owner 50 years. It’s also equipped with the desirable and rare 4-speed manual (though not as valuable as the extremely limited… more»

Nicely Restored: 1974 BMW R75/6

There is nothing quite like the feeling of freedom that you get when you throw your leg over a motorcycle and hit the open road. To do this is one of the most enjoyable and involving motoring experiences that… more»

Serious Big Block: 1959 Hall-Scott 6156-FE Engine

We’ve all seen plenty of big-block engines during our life, but this Hall-Scott could be one of the biggest that you are ever likely to see. This beauty has a capacity of 935ci, which is pretty impressive. If you… more»

Hurst Hatch Survivor: 1978 Pontiac Firebird Formula

This 1978 Pontiac Firebird Formula Hurst Hatch T-Top time capsule has been stored in a climate-controlled space and driven very rarely. It has currently reached $8,333 with 14 bids, and the reserve has not yet been met. A VIN… more»

Police Pony: 1991 Ford Mustang SSP LX Coupe

Most drivers are familiar with police vehicles being large domestic sedans or SUVs, but from 1982 to 1993, Ford produced the Mustang SSP. The Mustang SSP is a lightweight police car package that utilizes various additional features unavailable to… more»

14k-Mile T-Bird: 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe

I’m a big fan of Ford’s 9th-generation Thunderbird, especially the Turbo Coupe variation. Perhaps I’m biased, because one of my best friends owns a pristine Turbo Coupe, but I love how it combines performance and luxury into a distinctive… more»

Survivor Subie: 1986 Subaru Brat

While Subaru is mostly known these days for its successful Impreza and Legacy models, fans of the company admire the BRAT, a unique, car-based pickup that stands for “Bi-drive Recreational All-terrain Transporter.” This 1986 BRAT is available here on… more»

Low Mileage 1965 Chevrolet C-20

Yet again, up for sale is another classic American pickup truck that is in incredibly good condition for its age. It is a 1965 Chevrolet C-20 that currently has no bids placed, with a starting bid of $5,000. There… more»

Nearly Finished: 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T

Sometimes project cars come along, and the owner sings the car’s praises, but in the end, they turn out to be a horror story. Well, that doesn’t seem to be the case with this 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T. The… more»

Something Different: 1983 Chevrolet Chevette

Some custom paint jobs can be more interesting than others, and the one applied to this 1983 Chevette, certainly qualifies as interesting…and probably a bit aspirational as well. Normally reserved for a 1969 Dodge Charger, the owner has decided… more»

Cool Custom: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro

The owner of this 1968 Camaro believes that the car received the custom treatment at some point in the early 1980s, but given the style of the graphics that have been applied to the car, it may actually date… more»

Clean And Original: 1964 Ford Ranchero

This 1964 Ford Ranchero is an original survivor that has a mere 76,000 mile showing on the odometer. It is clean and solid and would need very little to make it really sparkle. If it is a car that… more»

122 Mile Time Capsule: 1979 Pontiac Firebird

What would you pay to go back to 1979 and walk into a Pontiac dealership to order this Solar Gold Firebird? This pristine Firebird has covered just 122 miles and is like a brand new car! It is currently… more»