British Corvette: 1982 Triumph TR8

Ah, yes: the Triumph TR8, otherwise known as the British Corvette and one of the coolest cars the automaker has ever made. There’s a small but loyal following for these cars today, as it is still somewhat unrecognized as… more»

Manual Transmission! 1984 Dodge Caravan SE

This first-generation Dodge Caravan would be considered a desirable specimen solely for its impressive condition inside and out, but it’s the rare standard manual transmission that truly puts it over the top. The Caravan was a pioneering model when… more»

30th Anniversary Edition: 1997 Mercury Cougar

The seventh generation Mercury Cougar represented a continuation of a product philosophy that was phasing out among consumers. The big, luxurious two-door had been a mainstay on the American automotive landscape for decades, and nameplates like the Cougar had… more»

5-Speed Conversion Ready: 1992 Ford Mustang LX

Here’s an interesting one: this 1992 Ford Mustang LX 5.0 convertible is listed as a manual transmission-equipped model, but clearly shows an automatic transmission in the cabin photos. The seller mentions that he is including a manual transmission and… more»

Warehouse Find: 1986 Porsche 930

The world of hidden sports and muscle cars is one that never ceases to amaze me in terms of its vastness. Enthusiasts still digging out forgotten classics just seems like a well that would have run dry years ago,… more»

French Commuter: 1980 Citroen Dyane

Citroen’s 2CV remains one of the more recognized European vehicles around the world, owing to its VW Beetle-like popularity in places including its home country of France as well as Italy.  The 2CV was even sold briefly in the… more»

Survivor Truck: 1988 Dodge D150 Prospector

On occasion, the surrounding environment that a vehicle is parked in is almost as distracting as the car itself. In this case, it’s a good thing, because the hangar that this sparkling clean 1988 Dodge D150 is parked in… more»

Short Bed Survivor: 1973 Toyota Hilux Pickup

Is there anything more charming than a simple, light-duty pickup? It has the same qualities you look for, in, say a Labrador: loyal, easy to live with, and ready to work at a moment’s notice. The first-generation Toyota Hilux… more»

Rust-Free E9: 1973 BMW 3.0 CS

We sometimes discuss on these pages the importance of a collector vehicle featuring a rare or limited-offering paint scheme. The reasons are obvious; rarity in collector car circles is a cherished quality, if only to be able to say… more»

The Duke’s Jaguar SS100: 1984 Classic Roadsters Replica

Kit cars are often born out of a desire to recreate a vehicle that was loved by many and that remained widely sought after, even years past its retirement date. Ferraris, Cobras, GT40s are all obvious candidates for discovering… more»

Original Owner E21: 1981 BMW 320i

When vehicles are in pristine condition but not necessarily remarkable, it creates a very real paradox: a car that has been exceedingly well-preserved and clearly cared for deserve our admiration, but can we justify opening our wallets a bit… more»

Kit Car Exotica: 1957 Ferrari 250 Testarossa

To sell a kit car that is in somewhat half-finished state is likely a difficult moment for the seller. You’re over some key hurdles to completion; there’s a proverbial light at the end of the tunnel. But you’re still… more»

Rare Sport Compact: 1986 Ford EXP

If you want to manufacture a sporty car, there’s a few different ways to go. There’s the full-throated approach, where you actually build a performance machine with all the right boxes checked, from high compression engines to firm suspensions…. more»

B4C Police Package: 2002 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

When you think of police package vehicles, the mind wanders quickly to thoughts of sleeper-style vehicles with a variety of subtle factory upgrades reserved for law enforcement officials. Whichever make and model you choose, the muscle car that is… more»

Lifted Wagon: 1986 Toyota Tercel 4WD

The Toyota Tercel has long been associated with the brand as its reliable, entry-level model. Like everything else that happened in the 80s, Toyota got a little crazy – let its hair down, just for a minute – and… more»

Netherlands Import: 1979 Porsche 924 Turbo

When we see a gray market vehicle – that is, one imported from Europe and that has not undergone the U.S. federalization process – it always makes us wonder about the how and why behind its arrival. Some of… more»

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