Long Term Owner: 1980 Triumph TR8

Ah, the Triumph TR8: one of the most under-the-radar muscle cars ever built. The combination of classic British styling with a burly V8 never gets old, and the TR8 is definitely one to buy if you love the idea… more»

Never Seen One: 1955 Mercedes-Benz 170 Pickup

The Mercedes-Benz 170 was one of the company’s more mass-produced models following WWII, and offered in a variety of configurations. We’ve seen most of these over the years, but this is the first time I can recall seeing a… more»

Street Skinner Package: 1992 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

We’ve already heaped plenty of praise on the C4 chassis Corvette ZR-1 (well, I have, at least) but this seemingly well-preserved example is a rare spec I’ve never heard of. The seller describes it was a “Street Skinner” package… more»

Backyard Bonanza: California Collection

While there’s a part of me (and perhaps most of us) that loves the idea of a property strewn about with cars and trucks, you won’t find too many communities where your neighbors share your enthusiasm for vintage tin… more»

10K Original Miles: 1985 Ferrari 400i

Although the photos aren’t particularly great, the seller of this 1985 Ferrari 400i claims it is in mint condition with just 10,000 miles on the clock. This is an unusual find, as most time-capsule Ferraris are the most desirable… more»

Blue Chiaro Metallic: 1991 Ferrari 348 TS

There’s no such thing as a cheap Ferrari (well, there is, but it won’t be cheap for long), but there is a model that remains somewhat “affordable” if you’re a fan of the prancing horse. The Ferrari 348 is… more»

Hot Rod Wagon: 1997 Volvo 850 R

The Volvo 850 R is one of those under-the-radar cars from the 1990s that is worth picking up while still relatively affordable. This is a limited production, high-performance wagon that looks like a sports car but can haul a… more»

No Reserve Runner: 1990 Ford Mustang GT

It may seem like Fox-body Ford Mustangs are a dime a dozen, but the truth of the matter is, it’s getting increasingly hard to find a clean GT-spec in stock condition. Interestingly, over the last few months, we’ve seen… more»

No Reserve Eddie Bauer: 1988 Ford Bronco

Clean Ford Broncos are a modern-day collectible, offering classic 4×4 looks in a short wheelbase package that still looks good today. The top banana of Broncos from a packaging standpoint is the Eddie Bauer edition, offering some enhanced interior… more»

10K Original Miles: 1992 Acura NSX

The Acura NSX is one of the best choices out there for a supercar that provides everyday livability with the promise of continuing to appreciate handily as the years wear on. Few supercars can deliver the reliability of a… more»

Original Paint Pickup: 1980 Toyota Hilux SR5

If you haven’t noticed, old Toyota 4x4s of pretty much every configuration are white hot these days. “Old” even constitutes the mid-90s Tacomas and other basic 4WD trucks that have become quite sought after, especially as modern-day pickup truck… more»

Collection Star: 1955 Lancia Aurelia B24 Spider America

A few weeks back, we profiled what many are calling one of the last great barn finds of our time. Dutchman Ad Palmen had accumulated a collection of 230 vehicles, many of them classic European marques with several desirable… more»

Ultimate 80s 4×4: 1987 Toyota 4Runner SR5

Some vehicles just speak to you immediately upon viewing them, and that’s the feeling I get when I gaze at this lovely 1987 Toyota 4Runner SR5 with its gorgeous red paint and silver decals. The first generation 4Runner is… more»

Low Mileage Driver: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

The Mercedes-Benz R107 chassis lineup is slowly becoming a borderline blue-chip collector’s item. For many years, the sheer volume of available used two-seater Mercedes roadsters made it seem like you never had to rush out to buy the first… more»

Estate Sale Find: 1988 Dodge Daytona Shelby Z

There are cars and trucks when you see them appear as barn finds or garage finds that make you think, “Well, if it’s cheap enough, I may be interested.” The turbocharged Dodge models of the 1980s fit in this… more»

Turbo Roadster: 1991 Lotus Elan

The potential for a car to become a future collectible depends on many factors, but some of the common triggers include limited production numbers; exceptional performance; lineage of the brand; and a history of the marque showing a potential… more»

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