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Luxury Project: 1980 Maserati Quattroporte

Why do these big-body Maseratis always show up in such rough shape? It’s amazing how consistent this namesake is in terms of being a major project when you see the word “Quattroporte” on craigslist. And the funny thing is,… more»

Belt Service Done: 1986 Ferrari Testarossa

  It’s hard to believe, but given the absolute bananas prices the exotic and supercar markets have been seeing, the Ferrari Testarossa still represents a strong value for enthusiasts dipping their toe into the six-figure “hobby” car pool. Made… more»

One of One: 1958 Maserati 3500 GT Spyder by Frua

In the mid-1950s, Maserati was immersed in its racing program, and to good effect, since it racked up many podium finishes in Formula One and FIA. But racing stretched its finances. A successful production car would ensure the company’s… more»

Enzo’s Final Model: 1992 Ferrari F40

In the world of automotive design and manufacturing, the quest for perfection can be driven as much by ego as by the desire to achieve engineering excellence. Such is the case with the Ferrari F40. While its styling was… more»

1-of-80: 2011 Ferrari 599 SA Aperta

With the exclusivity and limited production totals of various Ferrari models, finding a limited edition version is rare. However, the company produced eighty examples of its 2011 599 SA Asperta as a tribute to legendary design house and coachbuilders… more»

Italian Harley: 1968 Harley-Davidson M-65 Sport

Fall is the time when a lot of us start thinking about a winter restoration project. Since I know that I’ll never restore a car or truck again, I always think of old motorcycles. The smaller the better for… more»

Estate Sale Project: 1956 Fiat 1200 Spyder

As is often the case with cars that sit for years and years, titles can often get lost. So, the documentation of what a vehicle is or isn’t may not exist. The seller presents this 1956 Fiat 1200 Spyder… more»

2.0L Twin Cam Barn Find: 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfetta GTV

Old Alfa Romeos tend to wear their age quite visibly when they fall down the slippery slope of neglect. While any vintage car will suffer when left to the elements, Alfas seemingly go to pot both mechanically and cosmetically… more»

Special Production: 1990 Ferrari Testarossa Pininfarina Spider

I recently started following an Instagram account that focuses entirely on the car collection belonging to the Sultan of Brunei. It’s an amazing page, not only documenting the insane cars stored in numerous underground garages but also the movements… more»

Take Your Pick! California Cache of Cars

Most cars in a collection have something in common. Makes, models, production years, and body styles are just some of the things that collector cars may share. But in this case, the eight vehicles offered here on craigslist seem… more»

1 Of 30: 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulietta SZ Coda Tronca

If you’ve never seen an Alfa Romeo Giulietta SZ car before, you’re not alone, as only a total of about 200 of them were ever produced.  Of that number, only 30 of the cars were the long-tailed Coda Tronca… more»

Affordable Italian: 1980 Fiat X1/9

Mid-engine Italian sports cars are generally expensive, but the Fiat X1/9 breaks that mold. This 1980 model is a tidy vehicle with seemingly minor needs, and the asking price could make it an affordable entry into the classic world…. more»

BF Auction: 2013 Maserati GranTurismo MC Sport Line

Although many Italian manufacturers are renowned for producing desirable sports cars, Maserati has a history of creating iconic Grand Tourers. One of the best examples to roll out of its factory was the 2013 GranTurismo MC. Our feature car… more»

Red Racer: 1973 Lancia Fulvia 1300 S

There are few images more evocative than driving down an Italian coastline, in an open-topped red Italian classic, stopping at small coffee shops for a quick sip of espresso before slipping back on the driving gloves and blasting down… more»

Still On The Ship: 1996 Fiat Barchetta

The Fiat Barchetta (aka Type 183) was an Italian-built roadster built between 1995 and 2006. Its name in Italian means “little boat” and denotes a type of open-top sports car body style. The car went head-to-head with the Japanese… more»

Preservation Spec: 1987 Alfa Romeo Milano

Up until a few months ago, I had an Alfa Romeo Milano Verde project taking up space at a local shop. The car absolutely deserved to be revived owing to its largely rust-free condition, clean Recaro interior, and unmodified… more»