How do you assign value to a car that could be great but is very, very much removed from greatness? The W114 chassis sedans with their thundering V8s put the company on the map for building high-powered sedans that… more»
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Early Production Roadster: 1990 Mazda Miata
If you get deep enough into the weeds of almost any car, you find out there are special editions and variations that set certain models apart from others. Right now, I’m currently helping a client bring a W113 Pagoda… more»
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High Mileage and Mint: 1997 Ford Explorer Limited
When it comes to high mileage, it’s very rare that a vehicle used for daily driving still looks like brand new. Sure, if it’s a collector grade model that’s been used, you almost expect the owner to be proud… more»
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1-of-1 Fox Body: 1983 Ford Mustang GT
Another day, another 1 of 1 muscle car. The Marti Report has become one of the most trusted resources in the Ford Mustang community for deciphering VIN numbers and assessing granular-level production details. It’s incredible what you can find… more»
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Owned 50 Years: 1970 Porsche 911T Targa
Originality still dominates the collector car field as the one quality that will always drive a strong price. These days, there tends to be less interest in highly original but otherwise overwhelming projects (unless you have deep pockets); most… more»
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Estate Sale Find: 1983 Mazda RX-7
Is the Mazda RX-7 FB generation a car that we’ve all been sleeping on? It sure seems that way, as you can still buy one of these rotary-powered wonders for relatively short money. The wedge-shaped design is still iconic… more»
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Pop Top Diesel Power: 1986 Vixen 21TD
No, you’re not seeing things: this is another Vixen motorhome offered for sale, just hours after we spotted the GM-powered variant featured here on Barn Finds. This futuristic-looking RV features two distinct components not found on the updated model,… more»
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Wholesale Lot Find? 1998 Ford Escort SE Wagon
Do any of you get as excited as I do about seeing a completely ordinary car show up in extraordinary shape at a dealer? This is a phenomenon I often associate with older owners or estate settlements where the… more»
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Prancing Project: 1981 Ferrari 400i V12 5-Speed
This is a potentially interesting opportunity for the Ferrari collector, or someone who wishes to become one (more likely the latter). The 400i is far from the most desirable model out there, but that all changes when it’s equipped… more»
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AWD 5-Speed: 30K Mile 2000 Toyota Platz
Economy cars may not be the first choice for many of us who prefer high-performance vehicles, but we can all appreciate a survivor – especially one that packs an unusual combination of features. The Toyota Echo is a vehicle… more»
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Stalled Project: 1974 BMW 3.0 CS
If you haven’t noticed, Facebook Marketplace now allows you to post reactions to sellers posts. So, in other words, if you think someone is asking too much money or doesn’t have a chance in heck of selling it, you… more»
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Rare Neoclassical Replica: 1982 Phillips Berlina
A significant portion of my youth was spent devouring hardcover books about exotic and sports cars, whatever Waldenbooks and the original Barnes & Noble locations – before they became gigantic, coffee-serving book warehouses – would put on the sale… more»
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Eliminator Package: 1990 Jeep Comanche
We often think of vehicles like the Ford F150 Lightning and Chevrolet SS as the dominant high performance trucks of the 90s. This was a new segment of vehicles that combined utility with strong acceleration. However, the Jeep Comanche… more»
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No Time to Drive: 1978 Honda Accord LX CVCC
One of the more challenging decisions as a car enthusiast is weighing whether you should sell a vehicle that is somewhat unrepeatable but also one that you do not use enough to justify keeping. I’ve had a few cars… more»
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Exotic Illusion Kit Car: Lamborghini Countach Replica
One of the more confusing purchases to make has to be the decision to invest in a replica, or kit car version, of your favorite exotic or supercar. There is a mess of crummy kits out there, so finding… more»
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GM Powered Motorhome: 1989 Vixen 21SE
The Vixen motorhome is no stranger to these pages, as it’s one of the few vehicles of its class that can rightfully be considered a “driver’s car.” In other words, the engineering was led by someone who truly understood… more»
