Barn Find Roadsters: Pair of Mazda Miatas Unearthed!

I often wonder what the reaction was like in the 70s or 80s when a car we now found incredibly desirable was unearthed. For instance, what about finding an old Lotus Elan in the garage in 1978 – would… more»

Fix It or Crush It? 1980 Volkswagen Beetle 930-Vee

The seller of this unusual Volkswagen Beetle project is quite candid that this is not for the faint-hearted, and that the only real value may be in the genuine Fuchs wheels it rides on. Apparently, this is not one… more»

Rare Vintage Racer: 1957 Lotus Eleven S2 Le Mans

If you’re someone who is in the market for a Lotus Eleven, chances are you already know what makes this historic race car so great. The Eleven, in many ways, was considered Colin Chapman’s crowning achievement. And while he… more»

Only Original Once: 1988 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat

This 1988 Ford F-150 XLT Lariat looks like it just rolled out of a dealership showroom, and the listing indicates it has 17,000 miles on the clock. Even more amazing is that the seller is located somewhere near Boston,… more»

V12 Targa Cabriolet: 1987 Jaguar XJ-SC

From decade to decade, we see different vehicles pop up that reflect some trend or fad that drove a manufacturer to develop a short-lived model for what seemed like strong consumer sentiment at the time. For a few years,… more»

Barn Find 4×4 Duo: Ford Bronco Project Pair

The Ford Bronco II is having a bit of a moment lately as almost all niche vehicles of the 1980s have appreciated over the last few years. In addition, 4x4s of nearly any stripe from the 1980s have been… more»

Abandoned by Tenants: 1990 Cadillac Seville

Many of us have been involved with a vehicle transaction involving a car or truck that was abandoned on a local property. Oftentimes abandoned is too strong of a word, as it may simply be a non-running car the… more»

55K Original Miles: 1988 Dodge Ramcharger

The Dodge Ramcharger has long been a sought-after squarebody, even if it gives up some ground to the Chevrolet K5 Blazer in most instances. However, the strong bidding for this example at the moment demonstrates the power of a… more»

BMW Chassis Swap: 1981 Checker Marathon

Sometimes, a listing just demands more details than the seller offers. In most cases, it’s because vital details are missing, but in this instance, we just want to know how this project came into existence. This is a genuine… more»

No Reserve Survivor: 1982 Honda CX500TC Turbo

Have you ever wanted a vehicle to a fairly significant degree but never been able to justify the price tag it lists for? That’s been my perception of the turbocharged Honda CX500TC, a bike that just screams 80s style… more»

Cummins Equipped: 1992 Dodge D350 Pickup

What’s amazing about old trucks is so many of them were purchased to be used as workhorses, not collector’s items. If you were shopping for a Dodge pickup in the early 90s or late 80s and ordered one with… more»

Sitting for 20 Years: 1980 Ford Mustang Cobra

While we sometimes get accustomed to the nature of dramatic YouTube overhauls where cars and trucks are seemingly transformed right before our eyes, sometimes the transformation phase is much less dramatic. After all, a car can be pulled out… more»

Daily Driver: 1987 Chevrolet K5 Blazer

When a vintage vehicle becomes a daily driver, you have to be willing to make a few sacrifices along the way. The premise is exciting – you get to drive a vehicle that doesn’t have many competitors in the… more»

Garage Find: 1967 Cadillac Eldorado

Front-wheel drive, in many cases, has a chilling effect on certain makes and models that are held dear by enthusiasts. This is always one of those moments where you have to shake your head gently at your fellow gearheads,… more»

One of 31 Made: 1989 Airstream 370LE

Projects are a funny thing. For some of us, a project may seem spendy if it requires more than a few trips to Autozone for parts; for others, the term “open checkbook” can take on shockingly literal meaning. Then… more»

New England Project: 1972 Porsche 911 Targa

Boston, Massachusetts is not a place where you expect to find vintage project cars these days. Between a culture that seems to favor late model vehicles over vintage ones and a lack of a suitable place to park a… more»

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