While it can be easy to fall victim to “rage bait” and feel that there are no longer any good values in the collector vehicle marketplace, there’s still plenty of finds to be had. These are vehicles sitting right… more»
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22K Original Miles: 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Convertible
It’s a shame the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme convertible wasn’t allowed to evolve further within GM’s lineup. To this day, I consider it one of the most attractive cars the General has built, and that’s saying something considering how many… more»
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Jewel Green Targa: 1996 Toyota Supra Turbo
These days, there’s no denying the fourth-generation Toyota Supra Turbo has become a pillar of the 1990s collector car community. It was a significant vehicle when new, producing outrageous performance that bested most of its competition. The styling was… more»
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Summer and Winter Combo: Daimler V8 and Fiat 1200
This is an intriguing package deal. Normally, when we see two or more vehicles come up for grabs in the same listing, there’s a theme to the offering. One running car plus a parts car, or a collection of… more»
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Matching Numbers and Meissen Blue: 1959 Porsche 356
Every now and again, we have to remind ourselves that collector cars were not always considered items of extreme value. They were old, used vehicles that got passed around, much like the modern-day Boxster and Mustang. Not only were… more»
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Snowbird Survivor: 1980 Buick Century
It’s amazing how nostalgia works. We can take something that was wholly unremarkable, if not downright poorly engineered, and make it seem lovely decades later simply because enough time has passed. And it’s not just cars I’m talking about:… more»
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Desert Patina: 1976 BMW 2002
I try to keep up with auction results, but it’s near impossible to track every model across the multiple auction platforms that exist these days. The BMW 2002 Tii is a model I had incorrectly assumed had settled back… more»
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Not a Syclone: 1992 GMC Sonoma GT
When the GMC Syclone and Typhoon were introduced, they caused a massive stir in the domestic car and truck scene. Yes, both markets were impacted because few cars, much less trucks, packed the kind of performance and desirability that… more»
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Can It Be Saved? 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser
In many ways, the FJ40-series Toyota Land Cruiser market has mirrored the air-cooled Porsche 911 market (at least to a point.) There was a period of time when every project was being drug out and bid up on eBay,… more»
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Single Cab Syncro: 1986 Volkswagen Doka Transporter
When you can own a classic vehicle that combines utility with desirability, you’ve got it made in the shade. Sadly, most vehicles offering some utility aren’t all that collectible because of the very fact that they were used, heavily…. more»
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Manual W123: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 240D
The concept of a “feel-good car” is truly a subjective one. What feels good to one enthusiast will not matter to another; you may get good vibes off of a C3 Corvette, while I’ll find them hidden on an… more»
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British Columbia Barn Find: 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
One reason many of us love barn find vehicles is because of the story that’s inevitably attached. Sometimes it’s simply a family car that got socked away for a rainy day that never came, or sometimes, there’s an entire… more»
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Motorhome Mileage: 1992 Geo Tracker
The Geo Tracker (and its corporate twin, the Suzuki Sidekick) is one of the most attractive options out there for a summer cruiser that can also venture off-road. A removable convertible top, optional hardtop, and respectable 4WD setup makes… more»
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Rare Ice Blue: 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
Corvette enthusiasts, we need some help: this 1988 Chevrolet Corvette convertible is listed as a special edition model of which only 100 were made. The claim to fame is the so-called “Ice Blue” paint, which is paired with an… more»
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Backyard Bargain? No Reserve 2003 Ford Thunderbird Convertible
The Ford Thunderbird is one of the most storied nameplates in blue oval history. It has long been synonymous with the most striking designs, powerful engines, and unabashed opulence. Perhaps those reasons (and more) are why the thirteenth generation… more»
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Donated Surf Wagon: 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon
Whenever a vehicle rolls up that just has a perfect vibe, I have to give it a closer look. A “vibe check” on a classic car or truck usually tells me a lot about the previous owner, and whether… more»
