Old Unrestored Muscle Cars

[OldZ28Owner]

Whenever I see an old unrestored muscle car or any other for that matter, one that is "a 1966 with only 6600 miles" for example, some are listed as completely original. I always have wondered how the rubber components - tires, hoses, belts, weatherstrippiong - could possibly have survived the years. I realize some have been stored in a climate controlled garage, and that the tires might not be safe to drive on. But wouldn't the rubber have deteriorated too badly to look acceptable and functional? I remember seeing the LS6 Chevelle sometime back that had been immediately stored, after purchase, and wondered. I will probably never see one of these jewels so someone help me!

Thanks

Supraman