Hidden Auction Gems? Government Surplus Sale!

You never know what you’ll find at auctions featuring government-owned surplus or repossessions, as this latest assortment from auction company Bid Fast and Last goes to show you. The auctioneer specializes in all manners of sales, from estate clean-outs… more»

Original Paint Survivor: 1976 Pontiac Le Mans Sport Coupe

There are some cars that just work for a purely superficial reason, such as a wildly period-correct color scheme like this 1976 Pontiac LeMans Sport Coupe wears. Not only that, this is a car we might not typically gravitate… more»

Motorhome Laredo: 1985 Jeep CJ7

This 1985 Jeep CJ7 Laredo sports original decals and paint, and presents like a truck far fresher than its 90,331 miles would suggest. That’s likely due to it being a rig that was towed behind an RV most of… more»

No Reserve Donation: 1971 Fiat 850 Spider

It’s difficult to say why seemingly decent cars and trucks get donated, but there are some standard reasons: the kids didn’t want dad’s project; there were no heirs; the owners were moving and didn’t want to deal with selling… more»

Factory Paint Survivor: 1979 Ford Fairmont

This 1979 Ford Fairmont has been in the seller’s family since new, and he’s clearly had a big hand in its impressive survivor-grade condition. The Fairmont belonged to his father who sadly passed away in 1984, and has remained… more»

Time to Bid! Lucky Collector Car Auctions Spring Classic

The 2021 Spring Classic event managed by Lucky Collector Car Auctions will feature a wide range of classics of every shape and size imaginable, happening both online and in-person June 12 and 13, 2021. This year’s collection is bursting… more»

Last Driven in ’92: 1986 Toyota MR2

This first generation Toyota MR2 is a garage find that’s been parked since 1992. The MR2 is a two owner vehicle, purchased by a college professor with under 40,000 miles and parked in a climate controlled garage until the… more»

High-Mile Collectible: 1984 Buick Grand National

We all recognize by now that some listings for vintage cars shoot themselves right in the proverbial foot due to lack of information, bad photos, or both. In the case of this 1984 Buick Grand National, the pictures aren’t… more»

English Corvette: 1980 Triumph TR8

I really didn’t want to show you this car. For years now, I’ve been aware of the fact that I need a V8 car in my collection. Fox bodies seemed too obvious, and the Europeans can’t build a V8… more»

Supercharged Survivor: 1989 Mercury Cougar XR7

There are few “finished” cars these days that make me want to go out and drain my bank account and hook up a trailer, but a car like this survivor-spec 1989 Mercury Cougar XR7 with the supercharged six-cylinder mill… more»

539 Actual Miles: 1990 Chevrolet 454 SS

The next owner will find just 539 original miles on the odometer of this minty 1990 Chevrolet 454 SS pickup, a muscle truck from the early 90s that was apparently purchased for the sole purpose of being a future… more»

Euro 5-Speed: 1995 Mercedes-Benz E250 Wagon

If you’re a fan of wagons, you likely are already familiar with the W124-chassis Mercedes-Benz longroof. The E-Class wagon variant of this vintage is sought after not only for its reliability, but also its immense practicality thanks to a… more»

World Championship Edition: 1978 Lotus Esprit S2 JPS

When it comes to collector cars, provenance is a big deal, but oftentimes a lack of it can be forgiven if the car in question is rare enough. In the case of this 1978 Lotus Esprit S2 John Player… more»

What’s in Jeff’s Garage? Nothing!

I wish I had better news for you all about my collection of barn finds, garage finds, and unconventional projects, but sadly, this is all I have to offer at the moment. We actually moved to a new house… more»

8,500 Mile GT5 Replica: 1973 DeTomaso Pantera

This 1973 DeTomaso Pantera is a claimed warehouse find with just over 8,000 original miles. Despite being low mileage and presumably unmolested, the Pantera has since been heavily modified with a GT5 widebody kit adorned with the requisite flares… more»

Hidden for 50 Years: 1960 Chevrolet Corvette

This 1960 Chevrolet Corvette supposedly hasn’t been seen in 50 years, locked away in various garages for the last few decades. The car is equipped with a non-original 327 but also comes with the numbers-matching, partially-disassembled 283 engine block…. more»