This 1964 Chevrolet Corvair Greenbrier Sportswagon (chassis 4R126S108109) is said to have been pulled off the road sometime in the early 70’s following an engine failure. The van sat in storage for many years, and was recently unearthed and cleaned off. The seller says it’s completely solid, and photos show a very well-preserved looking example with a nice patina. These Sportswagons are pretty scarce, and this one should be easy to resurrect thanks to good parts availability. Find it here on eBay in Modesto, California with no reserve.

With windows all around and six doors standard, some trim pieces were shared with the passenger car line, though obviously the body design is unique. Not surprisingly with so little time on the road, paint on this example is said to remain original, and apart from some rock chips, dings, and scratches, the most serious body damage appears to be a dent on the rocker panel under the right side doors. The rearmost passenger window is broken, but the seller has found a replacement available for $65 plus shipping.

Though not photographed very well, the rear of the van looks just as good as the front, with most visible wear confined to scratches on the bumper. Looking remarkably well-preserved, the interior sports its original upholstery, headliner, and rubber floor covering. While the front seat displays some tears, the rear bench looks almost like it has never been used, while interior metal panels also look very nice. The simple steering wheel and gracefully curved shifter are great, but curiously the keys have disappeared. Check out that door articulation.

Looking rather dusty and clearly partially disassembled, the 164ci flat-six was factory rated at 95 HP–quite a lot more than a comparable VW bus. Other photos in the ad seem to show most of the missing pieces from the top end of the engine, though it remains a mystery what will be found inside. Thankfully these air-cooled flat-sixes are pretty straightforward in design and construction, and parts are still readily available. When up and running, power is passed through a 4-speed manual trans.

Rarely seen in any condition, let alone highly original and well-preserved, this one definitely deserves a second chance. Fortunately it seems to be on the right path.