There remains an aura about a clean, manual transmission-equipped C4-chassis Corvette for me, especially as it relates to being a screaming bargain amongst a landscape that sees 80s and 90s cars get increasingly expensive. While there are plenty of… more»
About Jeff Lavery
After waking up and realizing my paid-for Civic Si left me empty and bored, I’ve been on a bender of daily-driving BMWs that constantly test my love affair with vintage machinery. I’ve tried Miatas and Mustangs but keep coming back to the church of blue-and-white, despite their best efforts to test my devotion. Although I’m still searching for that next great barn find, I’m content to own two projects that were headed straight past storage and into the scrap pile if it weren't for some divine intervention and an understanding wife, two things no gearhead should be without.
Worth Saving? 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
Deciding to save a Mercedes-Benz R107 is a challenging decision, no matter how low the purchase price. These cars are inherently good at what they do – excellent highway manners and truly enjoyable as a usable convertible – but… more»
50th Anniversary Edition: 1984 Nissan 300ZX Turbo
Have you ever noticed a car pop up for sale that you’ve seen around town? One of the first vehicles of interest I spotted upon moving to Maryland was this rare 1984 Nissan 300ZX 50th Anniversary Edition, a turbocharged… more»
Dec 22, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Wild Body Kit: 1989 Honda Prelude
Recently, I discussed the appeal of patina of a certain kind with a post about a very special Dodge Ramcharger. Today, we discuss patina of another sort, where we explore what can happen when too much period styling invades… more»
Dec 21, 2024 • For Sale • 2 Comments
Ruby Red Metallic Targa: 1984 Porsche 911
This Porsche 911 Targa is listed for sale with an asking price of nearly $50,000, a number that a few years ago would have seemed out of line for an older Targa. However, the Targa in particular seems to… more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Pristine Neue Klasse: 1967 BMW 2000
When you think of vintage BMWs, the first car that comes to mind is typically the iconic 2002. This sporting two-door continues to be a sought-after model for fans of 60s- and 70s-era European classics, and for good reason…. more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 2 Comments
Former Fire Truck: 1988 Nissan Safari
The frenzy around importing JDM vehicles shows no sign of abating, but it does appear that some of the hyper-inflated pricing has died down. This was inevitable as what was once was a very exclusive business opportunity for those… more»
Dec 16, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
90s Custom:1994 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
As a car enthusiast, nostalgia is a powerful influence when I think about what vehicles are on my bucket list. I don’t have much interest in the new vehicles made after the middle 2000s, and have a great amount… more»
Dec 15, 2024 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Perfect Patina: 1983 Dodge Ramcharger Prospector
Sometimes, the word patina can be overused. It’s understandable: patina is often the best word out there to describe how a vehicle has achieved some Hallmark of age that now gives it a certain vibe, or appearance. Unfortunately, sometimes… more»
Dec 14, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Never This Nice: 1987 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24
It seems the days of the sporty-but-cheap compact car are all but behind us, with the segment replaced by entry-level crossovers and a growing hybrid class. Both of those vehicle segments command a higher MSRP than a cheap runabout,… more»
Dec 14, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Turbo-Look Cab: 1987 Porsche 911
If you’re going to go hunting for a desirable Porsche 911, starting with one featuring Turbo-inspired bodywork is a good choice. While there are numerous cases of cars being scoffed at when they attempt to resemble a high horsepower… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Hidden Estate Sale Find: 1971 Citroen DS
There’s a common phenomenon we see when collector cars come up for auction in unexpected places. Basically, it seems to play out that an individual managing an estate decides to use a general auctioneer service to clean out the… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Cheap Camper Project: 1976 Chevrolet Blazer Chalet
In my opinion, the Chevrolet Blazer Chalet is one of the coolest products GM has ever offered, and I wish they would find the ingenuity to deliver such a product again. A standard Blazer – which was already a… more»
Dec 10, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Drive or Restore? 1966 Porsche 912
This Porsche 912 has all the right vibes for giving the next owner the ultimate question: leave it alone and drive the doors off of it, or take it down to bare metal and restore it back to its… more»
Dec 10, 2024 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Rare 4-Door Conversion: 1989 Ford Bronco Centurion
Many of us are aware of the Centurion conversion that came out of the 1980s and added some clever functionality to a hybrid between a Ford F-350 and fourth-generation Bronco. However, I’m realizing now that in viewing this 1989… more»
Dec 9, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Sunroof Delete: 1993 Ford Mustang Cobra
The Fox body generation of the Ford Mustang Cobra represented perhaps one of the broader introductions of a collectible Ford in the modern era. While cars like the Saleen Mustang and ASC McLaren cars had existed up this point,… more»
