OEM Upgrades: 1979 Volkswagen Scirocco Hot Rod

When it comes to creating stunning OEM+ builds, the Volkswagen/Audi enthusiast circles put out some of the best work I’ve seen with rampant parts bid raiding to create a better product than the factory intended. It helps that the… more»

Cheap Lambo? 1980 Provo Countach

If you hadn’t noticed, the original Lamborghini Countach has been white-hot in the collector car marketplace. While it has always been a valuable piece of kit, it seems like the numbers have taken flight in a way we’ve not… more»

Ferrari Alternative? 1984 Bitter SC Project

This 1984 Bitter SC is an exceedingly rare example of a car model and company that had the best of intentions, but never managed to catch a break in the U.S. market. It’s a shame, because unlike other rebadged… more»

Rare 4-Seater: 1980 Morgan 4/4 1600

When it comes to classic British roadsters, the Morgan 4/4 is as ubiquitous to open-top car culture as chrome bumpers and wire wheels. To call it timeless is a bit of an understatement, as the core design has endured… more»

One Owner Driver: 1991 Acura NSX

One of the surest bets for finding a high-mileage supercar that remains a desirable piece as a collectors item is an Acura NSX. Most high-mileage exotics have a serious sense of risk attached to them, but not the NSX:… more»

Well Maintained Turbo: 1989 Saab 900 SPG

The classic Saab 900 is a fast-appreciating model from the halcyon days of the 1980s. The uniquely Swedish design combined a racy profile with front-wheel drive and a warm embrace of turbocharged powerplants. The 900 Turbo is most desired… more»

5K Original Miles: 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

The Corvette ZR-1 is now a household name in domestic performance car kingpins. However, that doesn’t translate to an “instant collector car”, especially with the earliest iterations of the model. The first run of the ZR-1 is certainly a… more»

Non-Turbo Survivor: 1988 Toyota Supra

The third generation Toyota Supra is one of the more chronically unloved sports cars of the 80s and 90s. The Supra eras that preceded it and immediately followed were both embraced with open arms by collectors and are generally… more»

29K Original Miles: 1999 Dodge Ram 4×4

Whenever I see a red Dodge Ram, it’s impossible to not think of Bill Paxton hustling his extended cab pickup through a corn field with a tornado bearing down on him. This era of Chrysler products thrust the company… more»

Recent Acquisition: 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe

This 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe is a nicely presented drive that the seller claims is fully dialed in and ready for regular use. He bought it not all that long ago on a popular auction site where he… more»

GM Engine Swap: 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser

There’s a fair amount of honesty in this listing that is both refreshing and concerning. This is a 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser, a desirable 80-series truck that presents as a rust-free example. The seller explains in his listing that… more»

Low Mileage 5-Speed: 1986 Ford Tempo

At what point does a once-unloved model become so obscure that you begin to notice any example that still turns up in running, driving condition? For me, the Ford Tempo is one of those cars that used to be… more»

Ossi Blue Beauty: 1969 Porsche 912

When it comes to buying a collector car, most enthusiasts love to see a long but quiet history. One-owner cars are extremely sought-after, but the next best thing is a vehicle that’s at least been with one caretaker for… more»

3K Original Miles: 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser Pickup

When we see the former fire trucks from Japan show up for sale, there’s one feature that’s sometimes hard to get your head around: the bright red paint job and never-used hose attachments. Do you really want to drive… more»

Future Find: 6k Mile 2006 Dodge Viper SRT-10

While we tend to get nostalgic about the first-generation Dodge Viper, the third-generation model doesn’t get nearly as much love. I’m not saying we don’t know as enthusiasts that this is a formidable performance car; it’s more that it’s… more»

2K Mile 1LE: 1992 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Third-generation Chevrolet Camaros have been making a turn as of late, picking up steam in the collector car marketplace as enthusiasts realize clean examples are hard to find. The Z28 with a 5-speed is a sought-after model these days,… more»