Is it a car? Is it a boat? Is it something in between? Well, you’re right on all counts, basically, if you decide that you can’t live without this unusual creation that involves taking a perfectly happy Hydrodyne boat… more»
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Road Warrior: 1988 Toyota Motorhome
The compact Toyota pickup-based motorhome has an amazing amount of staying power despite being being a fairly antiquated piece of machinery by this point. They must have an effect on their owners, because the people that own them remain… more»
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Quonset Hut Find: Mercedes-Benz 300TD Wagon
I love cars hidden in quonset huts. The cozy confines, the durable structure, the hidden nature of it all – a rural property with one of these situated on it is on my list of top ten things to… more»
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No Reserve 1984 Chevrolet S-10 4×4
Seeing a vehicle that you used to see everywhere suddenly appearing like an ancient relic that must be preserved is a bit of a shock. It’s a commentary on both how much times have changed and also how old… more»
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No Reserve Driver: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am
Sometimes, a project car comes along that just checks all the boxes of being a gamble worth taking. This 1977 Pontiac Trans Am may not be the most desirable spec but it’s been upgraded with some tasteful under-the-hood modifications… more»
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Storage Unit Find: 2002 Toyota Tacoma
Here’s a weird one: this seller has three Toyotas all covered in Arizona dust, sitting in storage units with no keys and some parts removed. And there’s a a lot of dust, which seemingly indicates they’ve been forgotten in these storage… more»
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Dirt Cheap Project R/V: 1977 GMC Eleganza
We keep seeing these GMC motorhomes pop up for sale, and while in most cases I’m commenting on the strong numbers they’re bringing, this is a case of one that’s cheap as chips. At just $4,500, this is definitely… more»
40K Mile 964: 1992 Porsche 911 Turbo
I’ve spent a fair amount of time watching the 964 market for the venerable Porsche 911, and if one thing is clear, it’s that this is a model that is currently on a tear. There are a few factors… more»
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Pre-Smog R107: 1975 Mercedes-Benz 450SL
It’s easy to take the classic Mercedes-Benz R107 for granted. After all, they made a ton of them, and you don’t have to look too hard to find one for sale pretty much anywhere. Even zip codes that aren’t… more»
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Rare Honcho Edition: 1979 Jeep J10 Pickup
If there’s one brand known for creating special edition trim levels that remain desirable decades later, Mopar products definitely take top honors. From the “Adult Toys” lineup of the 1970s to the special ACR trims of the late 90s,… more»
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39K Original Miles: 1974 Jensen Interceptor
Sometimes, a project-grade vehicle looks potentially better than the seller describes. It doesn’t happen often, but occasionally you may feel like you’re looking at a car that could be easier to restore than the description lets on. This 1974… more»
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Garage Kept Since New: 1988 Toyota 4Runner
If you own or know of a clean first-generation Toyota 4Runner, you should probably increase the price in your agreed-upon value insurance coverage. These trucks are incredibly hot at the moment when found in unspoiled condition like this garage-kept… more»
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Loads of New Parts: 1977 GMC BirchHaven Motorhome
There’s just one bid on this clean GMC Motorhome to $20,000, which means there was either no reserve or the reserve was quickly met. Officially known as a “BirchHaven” model, this 23 foot motorhome has been enjoying a resurgence… more»
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Estate Sale Find: 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco 16V
This 1987 Volkswagen Scirocco is the desirable 16-valve spec model, which the seller is listing for sale on behalf of the longtime family owners. As he tells it, the car was bought ages ago by a deceased member of… more»
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Unfinished Business: Cobra Kit Replica
If there was a category for cars that are most likely to show up as unfinished projects, the Cobra kit car would certainly be in the top five. I imagine there’s even a bracket for the same kit car… more»
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Unrestored Rarity: 1977 Chevrolet Blazer Chalet
I am starting to think the Chevrolet K5 Blazer Chalet camper is the truck-based equivalent to the ASC McLaren convertible. Despite very limited production numbers, they are seemingly always available in project form. This particular truck is a worthy… more»
