Some sellers patch up a classic before placing it on the market, hiding its history under fresh paint. That isn’t the case with this 1974 Dodge Challenger. It isn’t perfect, but that is part of its attraction. It wears… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Aug 15, 2023 • For Sale • 66 Comments
Mini Muscle Machine: 1977 Chevrolet Vega GT
If you missed your chance to drive a mini-GT car years ago, here’s a 1977 Chevrolet Vega GT available on ebay. It’s a sharp looker, as we’ll discuss below, but the value is your guess. At the moment, it… more»
Aug 15, 2023 • Auctions • 7 Comments
BF Auction: 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190b W121 “Ponton”
There are two ways an owner can choose to tackle restoring a beloved classic. The first is to proceed cautiously to ensure the restoration costs don’t exceed the car’s potential value. The other is to throw caution to the… more»
Aug 14, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Spotless Survivor: 1996 Buick Roadmaster Estate
I am a late convert to the world of the Station Wagon. I had always believed owners purchased them out of necessity and not by choice. How wrong I was! I received one as a company car, and only… more»
Aug 14, 2023 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Only Needs A Top: 1941 Lincoln Continental Convertible
This 1941 Lincoln Continental Convertible is for sale here on eBay in Jacksonville, Florida. It’s a beautiful car, needing only minor work, and bids are currently hovering around $9,000 with the reserve not met. With just 1,250 of these… more»
Aug 14, 2023 • For Sale • 48 Comments
Rare Oddity: 1956 Gebruder Verga Coupe
To paraphrase Sir Winston Churchill speaking of the Soviet Union in 1939, here we have a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside of an enigma. This car – for sale on The Samba – is a Volkswagen-based coupé built… more»
Aug 14, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Low Mile Survivor: 1975 Chevrolet Cosworth Vega
Chevrolet built more than two million of their first subcompact, the Vega, in the 1970s. But you don’t see many of them these days because they were throwaway cars that had growing pains from the beginning. Collectability of the… more»
Aug 14, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Solid Driver: 1971 AMC Ambassador Brougham
Tackling a restoration project is enormously satisfying, but it isn’t an undertaking open to every enthusiast. Lack of appropriate skills, workshop space, or time can make it unachievable, and some people walk away with their dreams of owning a… more»
Aug 14, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
31k Original Miles: 1973 Pontiac Luxury LeMans Colonnade
The Pontiac Luxury LeMans Colonnade was a one-year-only model for 1973. Sales results were respectable but probably not all that the company hoped. This one is an original survivor that presents well. It has no pressing needs beyond a… more»
Aug 14, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
41k-Mile Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle Mailbu
The seller of this 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu says you’ll never run across another example that’s still as original as his, and from what I can tell this one really does seem to have what it takes for the… more»
Aug 13, 2023 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Stored for 20 Years: 1970 Buick LaSabre Convertible
Many traditional Convertibles force owners to compromise due to their relatively compact dimensions. However, full-size models like the 1970 Buick LeSabre offer enough space for a growing family wishing to indulge in a wind-in-the-hair motoring experience. This classic recently… more»
Aug 13, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Garage-Kept Survivor: 1974 AMC Hornet Sportabout D/L Wagon
AMC released its Hornet range for the 1970 model year, with buyers able to choose from two and four-sedan versions. It introduced a Station Wagon derivative in 1971 called the Sportabout, which proved to be an instant hit. More… more»
Aug 13, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
12k Mile Survivor: 1986 Buick T-Type Turbo
In the 1980s, Buick offered several performance variants of its mid-size Regal coupe. Specific to 1986, the Grand National overshadowed the T-Type by nearly 3 to 1 in production (5,512 copies vs. 1,921). These cars had turbocharged V6 engines… more»
Aug 13, 2023 • For Sale • 25 Comments
First One Sold! 1961 Jaguar E-Type Roadster
Can a car ever be considered a work of art? It is a question that has often sparked debate. Art connoisseurs might argue that a car is little more than a collection of steel, glass, and plastic. Classic car… more»
Aug 13, 2023 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Floats On A Cloud: 1977 Mercury Marquis 460
This 1977 Mercury Marquis here on craigslist is one of the finer original cars I have seen listed anywhere. (Ok, I am partial to the color.) Located in Watervliet, Michigan, this car’s 45,000-mile odometer reading is easy to accept… more»
Aug 13, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
No Reserve 1984 Chevrolet C10 Silverado Short Bed
This 1984 Chevrolet C-10 Silverado Short Bed could be the perfect choice for someone seeking an unmolested, rock-solid classic Pickup. It features its original paint, while the interior is home to some desirable factory options designed to make life… more»
