About Adam Clarke

I was born in Sydney, Australia, but have spent most of my life living in the island state of Tasmania. The only thing south of us is Antarctica! A lot of people have a deep passion for all things automotive. My wife would tell you that mine is less of a passion and more of an obsession. Most children have an imaginary friend. I had an imaginary car! Throughout my life I have had the privilege of driving more than my fair share of amazing cars. I have also driven a number of dogs...and some of them had fleas! I want to be able to share my passion of all things automotive with as many people as possible. I hope that you enjoy my posts.

No Reserve: 2004 Maserati Coupe Cambiocorsa GT

Buying any Italian thoroughbred involves a leap of faith, and part of the key to success is risk minimization. That is why this 2004 Maserati Coupe Cambiocorsa GT is such an attractive proposition. The seller describes it as a… more»

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»

Euro Turbo: 1988 Merkur XR4Ti

Ford’s bold Edsel experiment is a story that the company would probably prefer to erase from its history books. It attempted a repeat performance in the 1980s when it launched the Merkur, destined for its Lincoln-Mercury showrooms. As with… more»

Rebuilt 283: 1960 Chevrolet Corvette

There are many reasons why a project build can stall, and this 1960 Chevrolet Corvette has fallen victim to two of the most common. The seller admits that, after investing over $60,000 to date, they have run out of… more»

Recently Revived: 1967 Pontiac GTO

Theoretically, each successive generation of any automotive badge should bring noticeable improvements. Potential buyers should be able to look at these cars and say, “This car is better than its predecessor because…” before listing improvements. However, there is something… more»

1981 DMC DeLorean with 7k Original Miles

I find it amazing that, considering its low production tally and the fact that motoring journalists generally panned it at the time, the DMC DeLorean has found a solid place in the classic world. What is more impressive is… more»

Rare Color: 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible

Some cars are destined to remain staples of the classic scene forever, and I think it is safe to say that the First Generation Ford Mustang belongs on that list. Pristine examples command impressive prices, and even roughies with… more»

41k Mile Survivor: 1991 Geo Metro LSi Convertible

Some classics are definitely weekend warriors, while others could comfortably serve as affordable daily drivers. This 1991 Geo Metro LSi Convertible falls into the second category, and most of its life has been spent hooked to the back of… more»

Blue Plate Survivor: 1964 Dodge Dart Station Wagon

Some classics fare better than others over the years. This 1964 Dodge Dart Station Wagon has spent most of its life in California, but the seller revived it in 2020 after it had hibernated for a decade. It presents… more»

44k Original Miles: 1991 Chrysler TC by Maserati

Some cars come under the heading of “seemed like a good idea at the time.” Such is the case with this 1991 Chrysler TC by Maserati. The brainchild of Lee Iacocca, it was designed to provide the company with… more»

Blank Canvas: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Project

This 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is a “what you see is what you get” project. The owner passed away before bringing their dream to reality, and it appears that a friend is selling the car on the family’s behalf…. more»

One of a Kind: 1960 Buick Show Car

Have you ever owned a classic and wondered what happened to it years after you let it go? Such is the story behind this 1960 Buick Show Car. It is a cool custom that disappeared around 1966, only to… more»

Mint Condition: 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra

I sometimes think that life is mocking me. That is because I have long dreamed of parking a Teal Metallic 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra in my garage. However, short of a lottery win or an unexpected bequest from… more»

42k Original Miles: 1984 Chevrolet C10 Silverado

When the listing for this 1984 Chevrolet C10 Silverado appeared on my desk, I struggled to decide what its single most impressive attribute was. However, after some thought, I believe it is close to a “total” package. It presents… more»

GTO Tribute: 1970 Pontiac Le Mans Convertible

The problem with the 1970 Pontiac GTO is that prices for pristine examples can place them beyond the reach of mere mortals. However, this Tribute will cost considerably less than the real deal, delivering comparable performance while turning heads… more»

Rock-Solid Italian: 1981 Lancia Beta Zagato

There are sensible ways to build production cars, and then there’s the Lancia way. This 1981 Beta Zagato demonstrates that, with the build process requiring multiple moves between two factories. It is believed that the company lost money on… more»