Survivor Cars

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

Professional Restoration: 1968 Dodge Hemi Charger R/T

One lesson learned by many enthusiasts is that a classic’s rarity doesn’t necessarily equate to high value. However, combine that rarity with inherent desirability, and we’re talking a whole new ball game. Such is the case with this 1968… more»

OEM Restoration: 1972 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396

Performing a faithful restoration of any classic will leave an owner with decisions to make. Often, those choices revolve around what parts to utilize. With some components made from genuine “unobtainium,” reproduction pieces are frequently the only option. However,… more»

Rare 1938 Hudson Terraplane Pickup

Every time I hear the “Terraplane” name, an aviation theme comes to mind. But that’s only partially true as it was a product line of cars and trucks built by the Hudson Motor Car Co. from 1932 to 1938…. more»

Former Tomato Farm Truck: 1949 Chevrolet Thriftmaster

One of the problems we have in this country is that we often fail to preserve the most important parts of our history.  From the 150-year-old house downtown, that gets plowed down to put in another McMansion to the… more»

1970 International Scout Aristocrat 4×4 304 V8

Update 5/16/24 – This Scout has been relisted here on eBay with some new photos and no reserve. Will it find a new home this time around? From 3/31/24 – This patina-heavy Scout 800A is a special Aristocrat model…. more»

BF Auction: 1932 Buick Series 50 Sedan

The term “survivor” is probably one of the most misused in the classic world. It is sometimes utilized to describe modified or restored vehicles. This 1932 Buick Series 50 Sedan is a genuine survivor with a known ownership history…. more»

Affordable Project: 1963 Ford Fairlane 500

Project candidates come in all shapes and sizes, with some requiring more work than others. This 1963 Ford Fairlane 500 shows promise, with a rebuilt V8 and a fresh interior. It needs an owner willing to refresh the exterior,… more»

No Reserve: 1987 Ford E-350 Conversion Van

Vacations are the moments when someone manages to escape their daily life and can wander off to recharge their batteries. Some people prefer five-star luxury, while others find pitching a tent in the wilderness irresistible. There is a middle… more»

Tidy GT Tribute: 1966 Ford Mustang

The GT remains one of the most desirable versions of the 1966 Mustang range, and tidy examples typically command impressive prices. However, therein lies the rub because climbing values are pushing these classics beyond the financial means of many… more»

Rebuilt V8: 1973 Triumph Stag

The Triumph Stag contained all the ingredients to become one of the greatest cars in British automotive history. Its stunning styling, clever interior, and V8 engine should have combined to make this car a sales winner. Sadly, it was… more»

Desirable 4-Speed: 1972 Honda CT70HK1 “Trail 70”

Honda produced a range of small motorcycles designed to get the world on wheels. Its iconic Super Cub remains the highest-selling vehicle in automotive history, with over 100 million rolling off the line. The CT70, also known as the… more»

1955 Lincoln V-8 Powered: 1946 Lincoln Continental

Have you ever owned a great car with a lousy engine?  Did you ever wish that you could transplant a much better motor into the engine bay and chuck the old one off a bridge?  That seems to be… more»

BF Auction: 1969 Dodge D200 Sweptline

This Dodge D200 has lived its entire life in the care of the same family. Over the years, it’s received some dents and dings, but it has also been well cared for and kept on the road. It just… more»

Special Delivery: 1949 Chevrolet 3800 Panel Truck

Chevrolet’s truck division received its first post-war restyle in 1947; called the Advance Design series, the name captured an eagerness to move on with life after the singular disruption of WWII. While it’s arguable whether the new sheet metal… more»

43k Original Miles: 1986 Chevrolet Camaro

Finding a solid, clean, low-mile pony car with a five-figure price may seem impossible, but this 1986 Chevrolet Camaro offers that opportunity. It has had little use during the past decade, helping to account for its odometer reading of… more»

Return Appearance: 1966 Pontiac Star Chief Executive

We often feature classic cars at Barn Finds that have recently emerged from hiding, but we never know their fate once the article is a distant memory. However, that isn’t the case with this 1966 Pontiac Star Chief Executive…. more»

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