Originality rules all when it comes to vintage vehicles. Yes, maintenance history, ownership provenance, and running condition are almost all equally important, but I’m amazed at how often originality can influence purchasing decisions. The 1973 Porsche 911E shown here… more»
Nov 18, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
SSP Coupe: 1986 Ford Mustang LX
If you wanted to get into Fox body Mustang ownership, there are some smart buys you can make – right now! – that make an awful lot of sense. There are the usual suspects, like the Cobra, but those… more»
Nov 17, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Turbocharged and 4WD: 1987 Toyota Sunrader
There’s little doubt that old Toyota trucks are immensely popular right now. They have proven to be desirable for a few different reasons: one, nostalgia is powerful and many GenXers (and folks on either side of that era) have… more»
Nov 17, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Running and Driving Project: 1964 Porsche 356C
No matter how bad a car looks, you can’t always judge a book by its cover. Looking at this Porsche 356, one would think it was DOA – do not pass go – no way, no how. Turns out,… more»
Nov 16, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Panamericana Veteran: 1955 Jaguar XK140
One of the more difficult things to do when assessing the value and desirability of a vintage car is factoring in prior race history. There are numerous vehicles at any given time that have participated in some seriously cool… more»
Nov 16, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
1 of 610 Made: 1987 Lamborghini Countach 5000QV
Few cars are more iconic than the Lamborghini Countach. For anyone who tracks this model, you’ll note that there are a few different versions (all of the expensive) that reflect the preferences of those that chase this 80s supercar…. more»
Nov 14, 2024 • For Sale • 30 Comments
80s Exotic: 1991 Mosler Consulier GTP-LX
UPDATE 11/14/2024: When classics fall within a certain price bracket, the seller may sometimes struggle to move them to a new home. That would appear to be the case with this 1991 Mosler Consulier GTP-LX. This is the second… more»
Nov 14, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
4-Speed Manual: 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250S
The combination of a luxury car with a manual transmission is one of the more curious combinations out there. Most buyers of such a car wouldn’t want the “hassle” of rowing their own gears, but if that were universally… more»
Nov 11, 2024 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Short Wheelbase Sedan: 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
A few things in the car world have been constants since pretty much the dawn of the industry. Sports cars are fun, convertibles will always be cool, and big Mercedes-Benz sedans are often seen as the pinnacle of luxury…. more»
Nov 10, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Estoril Blue Coupe: 1999 BMW Z3 M Coupe
Just a few days ago, we featured a project-grade BMW Z3 M Coupe that went for peanuts on eBay. Much of that low price had to do with the fact that the car had been sitting for years in… more»
Nov 10, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Short Wheelbase G-Wagon: 1986 Steyr-Puch 280GE
Does this short wheelbase 4×4 remind you of a Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon? Well, that’s because they are one in the same. The Steyr-Puch 280GE is a version of the truck that has become a high-end SUV used more for commuting… more»
Nov 8, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Low Miles 4×4: 1987 Isuzu Pickup
The allure of the single cab, short bed pickup truck is based in its inherent simplicity, along with the fact that we don’t get trucks like these anymore from the major manufacturers. Like the old saying goes, you don’t… more»
Nov 7, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Callaway Twin Turbo: 1986 Alfa Romeo GTV6
In the 1980s, Reeves Callaway was a known quantity in the world of high-performance modifications. The Old Lyme, Connecticut-based company worked with practically any performance or sports car to enhance the factory’s performance, from the C4 Chevrolet Corvette to… more»
Nov 6, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
52K Original Miles: 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser Wagon
There are vehicles in our orbit that we used to see practically everywhere and are now very much extinct. The Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera is a terrific example of such a car that was quite popular back in the day,… more»
Nov 3, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
5-Speed Manual: 1995 GMC Yukon GT
The GMC Yukon GT is one of the cooler examples of a 1990s SUV, a two-door 4×4 with fender flares, a front chin spoiler, and alloy wheels. Clearly intended to put the “sport” in “sport utility vehicle”, the Yukon… more»
Nov 3, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Parked in 2002: 1984 Ford Mustang SVO
We often see cars show up for sale that have been abandoned due to circumstance, such as a relative passing away or an owner running out of patience for a project. This 1984 Ford Mustang SVO doesn’t seem to… more»
