One of the more confounding aspects of the long-hood Porsche world right now is there are some legitimately bad cars out there that still sell for ridiculous money, even in a down market. If you’re an owner of one… more»
Convincing Replica: Ferrari Testarossa Kit Car
The idea of buying a kit car, or a custom one-off copy of an exotic car, may cause some people to thumb their noses in the direction of some Pontiac Fiero-based clone. But when the car in question is… more»
Parts or Restore? 1969 Nissan Patrol
The Nissan Patrol has lived in the shadows of its more stylish competition, namely the FJ40-series Toyota Land Cruiser, for years. Due to this obscurity, far fewer Patrols are on the road today, but the Toyota also dwarfed the… more»
Turbo Slant Nose Conversion: 1980 Porsche 911 Convertible
Modified cars are an acquired taste, but one thing is for sure: it’s hard to get the same money for a car that’s been tinkered with versus one that’s bone stock. The Porsche 911 is a car that usually… more»
Grandma’s Sports Car: 1993 Dodge Stealth R/T
There are some cars that are undeniably vintage yet not likely to become prized collector’s items. This is a good thing, as it means the car in question can be driven daily without too much regret, while still being… more»
Final Year Long Hood: 1973.5 Porsche 911T
I recently read the annual Knight-Frank Wealth Report and found a few nuggets of intrigue, the biggest takeaway being that the world’s financial elite are increasingly prioritizing experiences and things not easily repeated. The inclination to wanting to spend… more»
Off-Road Ready Rarity: 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
You want a Suzuki Samurai but fear it’s not brawny enough. Or, perhaps a Ford Bronco II, but it doesn’t have a great off road reputation. Perhaps an Isuzu Trooper – but it does seem like those aren’t as… more»
Rare T-Top Model: 1988 Pontiac Fiero
When you want to find a vehicle that was made in large quantities but is still one of only a handful ever sold, you have to get down to details Options, colors, factory engine upgrades – the list goes… more»
Still Underappreciated: 1998 Ford Contour SVT
We likely all have a list of vehicles we would own if time, space, and money were limitless. Sometimes these vehicles represent pure excess – the exotics, the one-of-ones – and other times it’s the complete opposite end other… more»
Hausser V7 Turbo! 1987 Volvo 740
In the 1980s, seemingly every European car could be upfitted or customized in some way. Porsche with the slant nose conversions and wide body kits; VWs slammed on BBS wheels; Mercedes-Benz sedans with the full assortment of AMG parts;… more»
Two-Owner Garage Find: 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
Is there room in your heart for a clean C4-era Chevrolet Corvette? It seems like these cars never fully go away or disappear from circulation despite being quite long in the tooth now. There’s no shortage of running, driving… more»
974 Kilometers From New: 1991 Lamborghini Diablo
The Lamborghini Diablo is a fascinating chapter in the storied automaker’s history. Conceived at a time when Chrysler was attempting what seemed like a hostile take-over, the peak 90s supercar was a replacement for the beloved Countach. Combining the… more»
Coca-Cola Owned? 1960 Peugeot D4
Old delivery vans: why do we love them? In effect, this 1960 Peugeot D4 is a workhorse and a slow one at that, but its charm is undeniable. The cherry on top is the Coca-Cola livery, which is anyone’s… more»
Martini Championship Edition: 1977 Porsche 924
When a seller puts a minimum level of effort into listing a vehicle for sale, it can be a warning sign of a potentially challenging transaction ahead. However, in other instances, the car in question is clean enough to… more»
Rally Sport Equipped: 1992 Chevrolet Astro Van
The van market in the United States is one of the more confusing segments to dissect. Obviously, large SUVs are still quite attractive to consumers, but many of them act as if seating for seven is a newfangled invention…. more»
















