The idea of a collectible workhorse truck is a paradox of sorts: in one sense, how can something that was intended to be used somewhat mercilessly be treated like a collector’s item; in another, given how many were likely… more»
Triple Almond Survivor: 1989 Ford Mustang LX Convertible
At first glance, this seems like any other white Ford Mustang. But as you keep staring at it, you can see it’s not a simple white paint job but a touch creamier than that, and as the seller confirms,… more»
Parked for 30 Years: 1971 Toyota Hilux
It’s interesting to consider the trajectory of the Toyota Hilux in the United States. If you were assigning high school yearbook “Who’s Who” titles to vehicles, the little truck that could would clearly be labeled “Most Likely to Succeed.”… more»
Nut and Bolt Restoration: 1988 BMW M3
Taking a car that is already worth a considerable amount in stock form and then modifying it extensively is a bold choice. The E30-chassis BMW M3 is one of the more desirable homologation cars to come out of the… more»
Parts Car Included: 1973 Datsun 240Z
A project car can either motivate you to keep working towards the finish line or become a millstone around your neck. I have lived this life, many times, and the decision to keep pushing on is one of the… more»
Mechanically Restored: 2006 Pontiac GTO
There are legions of criminally underappreciated cars in our midst, and their lack of popularity has little to do with their engineering. No, we have discounted truly great vehicles on the basis of styling. The 996-era Porsche 911 is… more»
Pristine Sahara: 1995 Jeep Wrangler
The Jeep Wrangler has changed deeply over the years, changing from a vehicle you only used if you had to into a vehicle that is well represnented amongst daily commuter traffic (usually, with lots of plastic ducks on the… more»
King of Candy Lowrider: 1965 Chevrolet Impala
The custom car scene in the 1960s and 1970s was really something else. In many ways, I look at this era as a mini-renaissance in America, when creativity manifested into things of real, tangible value, and not just expression… more»
Well-Optioned Estate: 1979 Chevrolet Impala Wagon
This eBay listing for a classic B-body 1979 Chevrolet Impala wagon ends soon, and we felt it was worthy of a look. One of the more intriguing aspects of older cars and trucks is decoding their options, not only… more»
Sami Survivor: 1988 Suzuki Samurai
While our general impression of automotive dealerships is not all that positive in society, I do love finding interesting vehicles for sale at mainstream vendors. This 1988 Suzuki Samurai, for some reason, has appeared on the lot of an… more»
Worth Importing? 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
The Corvette ZR-1 is a vehicle you can find with relative ease in the United States. However, there’s a case to be made for importing this example from Vancouver, BC if you happen to live in the upper reaches… more»
Widebody Rarity: 2001 Renault Clio V6 Sport
One of the more entertaining aspects of our hobby is when a car comes along that represents a point when manufacturers were far less cautious. These days, most cars are safely sanitized for consumer use, even the most hairy… more»
46K Original Miles: 1968 Ford Mustang California Special
To my mind’s eye, this is still one of the best values out there in the world of classic muscle cars: the 1968 Ford Mustang California Special. Factory-installed Shelby styling, truly limited production, and respectable standard horsepower all combine… more»
Covered Headlights: 1967 Jaguar XKE Roadster
In the world of roadsters, few cars have remained so significant for so long as the Jaguar XKE. It helps that this is easily one of the most beautifully-designed cars ever made, and to this day, few models have… more»
Beautiful in Brown: 1975 Ford Granada
The Ford Granada is not exactly a model you associate with being a home run for the domestic auto industry. But it was actually quite popular with consumers, even if it was unremarkable in every way. When it comes… more»
Shed Find: 1976 Porsche 914 2.0
Storing a car away for a short-term sojourn is something most of us have done at one point. The motivations range from going on a longer trip or deployment; time/space/financial needs determining it needs to be out of the… more»
















