When is a car too hot to handle? That’s a subjective question, of course, but one does have to wonder where the line is in the sand for restoring a car that’s been thoroughly torched. For years, the practice… more»
May 14, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Package Deal: 1980 Porsche 924 Turbo Projects
Do you ever notice that some cars are perpetually in a project state? I feel like we see the turbocharged Porsche 924 looking like this sorry car here on a flatbed far more often than we see one sitting… more»
May 13, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Project Opportunity: 1993 Ford Mustang Cobra SVT
Personally. I’m a big fan of buying cars with a known reputation for being collectible when found in project-grade condition. I’ve realized this about myself that I am not a fan of perfect cars. And, truth be told, perfect… more»
May 13, 2024 • Auctions • 48 Comments
BF Auction: DKW Project Cars and Parts Collection
When you consider how difficult it is to begin restoring a project belonging to an obscure or otherwise extinct nameplate, it’s of little surprise that these orphan makes can be passed over for restoration. However, when you come across… more»
May 12, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
One Family Owned: 1987 Honda CRX
The Honda CRX has long been viewed as one of the predominant hot hatches of the 1980s, but for many of the original buyers of this model, it was more sought after for being an economical mode of transportation… more»
May 11, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Entry Level Classic: 1983 BMW 320i
Over the last few years, we have seen a roller coaster of classic car values. There were some vehicles that shocked me when I saw the prices they were commanding, and the E21-chassis BMW 3-Series is one of those… more»
May 11, 2024 • For Sale • 38 Comments
29K Original Miles: 2003 Cadillac DeVille DTS
Over the last several years, Cadillac has strived to get younger shoppers into the showroom, an approach that has had its share of ups and downs. As a company, I’d say it’s hard to recall the last time Cadillac… more»
May 11, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Champagne Long Roof: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD Wagon
The W123 series Mercedes-Benz remains one of the most recognizable classics of the modern era, with its handsome styling and ridiculously overbuilt qualities. The wagon body has long been a favorite of anyone who enjoys a good “long roof”… more»
May 9, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
No Reserve Slick Top: 1978 Porsche 911SC
There’s a mild obsession in some car communities over the term, “slick top.” As you might deduct, this is in reference to the fact that the car does not have a sunroof, and of course, there’s all sorts of… more»
May 8, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
The Last Testarossa: 1996 Ferrari F512M
We often forget that the classic Ferrari Testarossa was, in many ways, a mass produced Ferrari if there ever was one. When Testarossa production ended, almost 10,000 cars had been produced. With its long lifespan relative to other Ferrari… more»
May 7, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Another Day, Another Wedge: 1987 TVR 280i
It would appear that numerous owners of British roadsters have decided that the Spring of 2024 is the time to sell their cars. In what seems like a downpour of wedge-shaped TVRs, here is yet another 280i for sale,… more»
May 5, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Baja Champion Edition: 1972 Volkswagen Beetle
Here’s a special edition I have legitimately never heard of before today: a Baja Champion edition Volkswagen Beetle, apparently sold to commemorate the company’s successes in Baja off-road racing in the late 60s and early 70s. The package is… more»
May 5, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Gold G-Body: 1983 Porsche 911SC
We saw this 1983 Porsche 911SC a few weeks back, and it’s here again with new photos and a fairly active auction at the moment. Will it reach reserve this time and find a new owner? Time will tell…. more»
May 4, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Clean E28: 1984 BMW 528e
Can you appreciate a car simply because it’s honest and clean, even if it doesn’t necessarily yield a memorable driving experience? The older BMW 5-Series is a terrific example of this phenomenon, as these are entirely pleasant vehicles that… more»
May 4, 2024 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Shiro Special: 1988 Nissan 300ZX Turbo
One of my favorite 1980s Japanese cars is the one you’re looking at right here: the 1988 Nissan 300ZX Shiro Special. There was an interesting period among Japanese makes in the 80s where a certain color scheme became synonymous… more»
Apr 30, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
39K Mile 1984 Pontiac Fiero 2M4
Regarding collecting cars, some enthusiasts subscribe to the notion that you should aspire to own either the earliest or the latest versions of a certain model. The earlier models are almost prototype-like in their design, with some features that… more»
