Modern Project Car: 2002 Honda S2000

It’s hard to believe sometimes that a car has already aged enough to be considered a restoration candidate when you still consider it to be “late model.” That’s my response to seeing this 2002 Honda S2000 appear as a… more»

Lime Green Survivor: 1975 Porsche 911 S

The right colors and condition can make all the difference in practically any vintage car or truck, but it has a particular impact on immensely collectible models like the Porsche 911. This 1975 911 S Targa was supposedly owned… more»

No Reserve Drop Top: 1989 Rolls-Royce Corniche

In general, the Rolls-Royce Silver Spur of the 1970s is not the most sought-after collector car. This is partially its own fault, but more to do with the legions of owners who thought they could own a highline luxury… more»

Rust-Free Survivor: 1985 Toyota MR2

The Toyota MR2 is an emerging classic that remains relatively affordable – for now. They certainly make sense as a restoration candidate, as they can be purchased fairly cheaply as a project. Then again, when you look at what… more»

Big Block Swap: 1975 Excalibur Roadster

One of the the bigger let downs with most kit cars is the powerplant. Typically, in an effort to make the whole kit work and also keep costs down, the original design called for a fairly humble engine, which… more»

Frame Off Restored: 1989 Pontiac Safari Wagon

I recently spoke to a seller of a car I had some interest in, and after making my offer, he told me that he had well more into the car than I was offering. Now, most of us understand… more»

One-Owner Short Bed: 1988 Ford F-150

There’s a fine line between a pickup truck being considered a collectible and simply being a nice driver. This difference can lead to a wide gulf in the final sale price. In the case of this 1988 Ford F-150,… more»

Custom Paint: 1982 Toyota Supra

The MK2 Toyota Supra is one of those cars that spiked in value in the pandemic pricing craze that has slowly come back down to Earth. If you ever sit down and analyze auction results from the past few… more»

One Owner Fox Body: 1992 Ford Mustang GT

This 1992 Ford Mustang GT has supposedly been in storage since 1996, and recently emerged with around 60,000 miles on the clock. The cosmetics are slightly rough but given how many of these cars end up abused or otherwise… more»

Aluminum-Bodied Beauty: 1953 Bristol 403

The aluminum-bodied Bristol 403 is an example of vintage luxury model that incorporated both design and engineering philosophies that are still at play today. Light-weight construction, wind-cheating aero, and powerful drivetrains are all basic ingredients when designing a luxury… more»

Island Sports Car: 1970 Datsun 1600 Roadster

This 1970 Datsun 1600 Roadster looks like a car modified in period, wearing a modified front bumper, alloy wheels with color-matched centers, and what looks like an aftermarket exhaust. But even if you love this Roadster as much as… more»

Entry Level Supercar: 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1

We’ve written about the value proposition a Corvette ZR-1 offers anyone looking for a supercar on a budget. The C4 chassis ZR-1 is a technological and performance marvel, and even today, it is still a very compelling performance vehicle… more»

Beach Cruiser: 1995 Land Rover Defender 90 NAS

One of the greatest joys I’ve experienced as an automotive enthusiast is driving a 4×4 on a beach. Specifically, a beach that doesn’t lend itself to easy access by throngs of beach-goers, meaning you can drive out as far… more»

Western State Driver: 1979 Ford Bronco

I never ceased to be amazed how solid cars and trucks out of the West coast and desert states can be, even after years of regular use. The fact that a “vintage” vehicle can be used like any other… more»

VolksRabbit Kit: 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit EV

We tend to think the buzz around electric vehicles is a modern phenomenon, but the truth is, inventors and entrepreneurs have been trying to crack the code of alternative fuels for some time. To this day, we still see… more»

Abandoned in London: 2004 BMW M3 CSL

One of the greatest discoveries in the BMW world happened recently when an exceedingly rare BMW M3 CSL appeared on a few different websites as a beaten up and booted modern classic with no apparent caretaker. As you can… more»