Stored for Two Decades: 1972 Datsun 240Z

This 1972 Datsun 240Z has the kind of story we all dream of when thinking about our ideal barn find discovery. Said to have been owned by the seller’s father-in-law since 1979, the Z car has recently been pulled… more»

California Barn Find: 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SL

The R107 chassis Mercedes-Benz remains one of the more accessible contemporary classics that you can buy for safely under $10,000 if you’re not set on owning a concours example. The range of options is expansive, owing to the long-term… more»

Dover White Project: 1965 BMW R27

I have a soft spot for vintage BMWs of almost every stripe, and that includes the two-wheeled variety. The post-war years saw BMW emerge as a fledgling company looking to rebound from the devastation of WWII, and its motorcycle… more»

Missing Pieces: 1971 BMW 2800CS

We’ve all been there: a project car gets so far only for us to run out of steam and wonder if we’re in it for the long haul. I have long been challenged by the notion that the years… more»

Cheap Exotic: 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1

Sometimes, you see a car listed for sale and it causes you physical discomfort that you can’t bid on it at the moment. This is probably one of the cheapest Corvette ZR-1s we will ever see, as it has… more»

Backyard Project Car: 1985 Buick Regal T-Type

The seller claims that buying a black Buick Regal T-Type is the fastest path toward creating a GNX clone. I have to admit, I never thought much about the color, but he’s right: starting with a black Regal gets… more»

Champagne Yellow Project: 1962 Porsche 356

Are we looking at a potentially very good deal here? This is a 1962 Porsche 356 in claimed project-grade condition, but it certainly looks like it’s very close to being a road-going driver given the way it’s presented here…. more»

Factory Sunroof Car: 1965 Porsche 911

When you see a high asking price on an air-cooled Porsche these days, you’d be forgiven for wondering if there’s a speculator at the other end of the listing. However, every now and again we see truly special cars… more»

Family Owned Since ’77: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette

Sometimes, even long-term family ownership can’t save a car from the clutches of abandonment. We oftentimes associate a car that has remained with the same family for eons as somehow protected from getting heaved into the backyard and forgotten… more»

Garage Find: 1984 Cadillac Seville

Ah, the classic “bustleback” Cadillac Seville. This is an interesting car for so many reasons, but I will never be able to look past that crazy rear-end treatment. Our own Scotty G. sold one of these in incredible condition… more»

Parked in 2012: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300 SD

The Mercedes-Benz diesel sedan is synonymous with longevity and the era of overbuilt vehicles seemingly impervious to time and age. These days, there are few vehicles that are more synonymous with being a zombie apocalypse escape pod than a… more»

All Wheel Drive Barn Find: 1992 Subaru Loyale Wagon

While we sometimes stare in relative disbelief at the price sellers ask for, there are cases in which you can make a logical defense for the attempt at a top-of-market sale. In the case of this incredibly clean 1992… more»

Black Plate Survivor: 1967 Porsche 912

Finding a vintage car in a highly preserved state is a sought-after specimen no matter the make or model. What is more impressive is when a car remains highly original and undamaged through multiple owners, as it indicates all… more»

Cab Over Rat Rod: 1938 Ford COE

  One of the more under-the-radar vehicle segments is that of old commercial trucks. There’s a tremendous following for heavy-duty hauling trucks, particularly those built to a high specification, but you don’t see much about this enthusiast community in… more»

Rust-Free Driver: 1983 Buick Riviera Convertible

This 1983 Buick Riviera convertible is one of those collector cars that seemingly pops up with decent regularity despite being a low-production vehicle. The Riviera coupe reached total production of over 50,000 cars, while the convertible was built in… more»

One of 500: 1988 Porsche 944 Turbo S

Do you ever see listings for cars where it seems like the seller is missing a golden opportunity to get top dollar for their car or truck? This listing for a rare Porsche 944 Turbo S strikes me as… more»

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