It’s been a hotter-than-average summer in my neck of the woods in North Carolina. Mercy! Fortunately, this bright orange Thing reminds me of a big pumpkin and cooler fall weather that can’t get here fast enough. And speaking of… more»
German Classic Cars
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Theft Recovery Project: 1986 Porsche 911 Turbo
The history report of a vehicle is a curious thing. For vehicles below a certain age, it’s still a meaningful barometer of value, especially when a serious accident is involved. Modern supercars are constructed of such ridiculous materials that… more»
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Syncro Rarity: 1991 Golf Country 4WD
There was a period of time in the late 1980s and early 1990s when automobile manufacturers seemed particularly adventurous. We just featured a Corvette ZR-1, the so-called King of the Hill, which was a bonkers performance car built to… more»
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Imola Red: 1999 BMW Z3 M Roadster
Here we have one of the best bargains you’ll find in the performance roadster category – the BMW Z3 M. The “M” stands for Motorsports, distinguishing this variant from the plain-Jane Z3. The story began in 1995, when BMW… more»
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Buy One Now: 2001 Porsche 996 Turbo
We rarely feature late-model cars on this site, and there’s good reason for that: many of them haven’t yet attained collector status, and it will be some time before they do. But every now and again, you see the… more»
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Sport Package Driver: 1990 BMW 325is
Following up on our recent post about the Buick LeSabre T-Type, here’s a car that GM was hoping to target with its European-inspired models: a 1990 BMW 325is. Otherwise known as an E30, the 3-Series BMW had become a… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
Mercedes-Benz built plenty of luxurious automobiles, but the W126 S-Class occupies a special place in the company’s history. These cars earned their reputation through exceptional engineering, highway comfort, and build quality that made them favorites of executives, diplomats, and… more»
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$100K When New: 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500SL
One of the more staggering details about vehicles that end up as projects or barn finds is how much they originally cost. The seller of this R129-series Mercedes-Benz 500SL has the original window sticker and other details confirming the… more»
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Guards Red 5-Speed: 1985 Porsche 928
There’s something I have learned in recent years about having a mechanic work on your car: the closer it is to running, driving condition – like the kind where you can drive it every day at a moment’s notice… more»
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BF Auction: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 300SE
Mileage can tell you how far a car has traveled, but it doesn’t always tell you how well it has been cared for. That point becomes obvious when looking at this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 300SE. The odometer has accumulated more… more»
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Ranch Truck: 1959 Volkswagen Single Cab
The thing about patina is it can’t be faked – it has to be earned. And while some car flippers may claim otherwise, rust does not equal patina; it simply means the car has been in the elements, unprotected,… more»
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Beautifully Unrestored: 1982 Porsche 930 Turbo
The other day, a Porsche 911 of a certain desirable spec sold for over $1 million on a popular auction site. The buyer was all too happy to share that it will be joining a private collection where it… more»
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Drop-Top Bug: 1969 Volkswagen Beetle
The Volkswagen Type 1 (aka Beetle, Bug) was the world’s most-produced automobile. From 1938 to 2003, the air-cooled version saw 21.5 million copies built and sold all over the world. Seen less often than the little coupe is the… more»
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Flared Fender Sedan: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E
A few weeks ago, I shared how my own 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500E was potentially going up for sale. And, it might still be. However, when I see one come up for sale, and my eyes see those wildly flared… more»
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One Owner: 1969 Volkswagen Beetle
If you have been searching for a Volkswagen Beetle to add to your collection, there are many reasons why this 1969 example deserves a close look. It is a one-owner survivor that has spent the cold months stored in… more»
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True Barn Find: 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
The Karmann Ghia was the sports car equivalent of the Volkswagen Beetle. It was only the second auto to be produced by VW and had a 20-year run from 1955 to 1974 (1957-74 for convertibles). Designated the Type 14… more»
