Golf Yellow Slicktop: 1973 BMW 2002

This 1973 BMW 2002 is a case of looking like an absolutely fantastic deal for someone that’s been on the hunt for a so-called “roundie,” or round tail light example. With a desirable color scheme known as “Golf Yellow”… more»

Rare Mojave Edition: 1983 Toyota Pickup

While we sometimes talk down on cosmetic dress-up trims and other so-called limited edition models, there’s occasionally the case of a rare specimen that’s so obscure it has to be cool. That’s the box I’m checking with this unusual… more»

High Option Project: 1972 Porsche 911

When it comes to vintage Porsches (and any sports car, really), enthusiasts tend to live in the extremes: we either want a car that came equipped with a ton of options, or one that is a total stripper. In… more»

One of Two Made: 1981 Plymouth Arrow Sunrader

The name “Sunrader” may not mean that much to you, but in the context of oddball pickup trucks, it’s actually one of the more notable aftermarket companies. It is perhaps most famously associated with building some truly innovative camper… more»

Rare Turbo Sedan: 1987 Maserati 425i

We see often how the mighty have fallen when it comes to project-grade luxury and sports cars. What once cost more than a year’s salary to buy is now simply a pile of debris in the driveway. The lineup… more»

Rover V8 Conversion: 1978 Lotus Esprit

Lately, I have been on a bit of a Rover V8 kick. I like the engine because it’s one of those mills that has been used throughout multiple brands and eras, and the end result is a motor that… more»

33k Mile: 1980 Cadillac Coupe DeVille Garage Find

When you see an enthusiast vehicle pop up from your hometown, it tends to spark some additional interest. I can’t explain it; maybe it’s curiosity about whether you know the owner or once passed by the car when it… more»

Euro Ford Barn Find: 1985 Merkur XR4Ti

This is one of those cars that I find enormously cool, but would struggle to justify the restoration of. But when you see it sitting here, covered in dust but also preserved to a degree that they rarely appear… more»

Pristine Notchback: 1993 Ford Mustang

Just this morning, I saw one of my favorite muscle cars out in the wild: a notchback Fox body Ford Mustang. I could tell it was stick based on the exhaust note at the gear change, and the take-off… more»

Original Owner Cosworth: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 2.3-16

Much has been written about the BMW M3 from the 1980s, affectionately known to enthusiasts as the E30-era M3. It was one of the first times you could buy a car that was quite literally built for the race… more»

Original Paint: 1983 Citroen CX 2000

Over the years, I’ve developed a fondness for oddball vehicles. Some of you may recall my 1981 Toyota HiAce van, the 1988 Subaru XT6, a 1988 Peugeot 505 wagon, and a few others along the way. While endlessly charming,… more»

Presidential Edition: 1989 Buick LeSabre

Dealer special editions: where do we stand on them? I suspect most of us think they’re a bunch of hogwash and offer little in the way of additional value when listing a vehicle for sale. However, on a regional… more»

Rare 5-Speed: 1984 ASC McLaren Mercury Capri

So, you say you want a collector car. You also want some speed, or at least respectable performance. And, as an added bonus, three pedals would be nice. Last but not least, you have the audacity to ask for… more»

45K Miles: 1987 Buick Regal Turbo-T

If you’ve been here for a while now, you’ve inevitably heard me use the term “period modifications.” This is more or less how I describe cars and trucks that show signs of being modified at the peak of whatever… more»

Supercharged Luxury: 1995 Thunderbird Super Coupe

One of the more unheralded of vehicle classes has to be the large, comfortable coupe with some respectable performance under the hood. These often get lumped into the broader category of GT cars, but really, who’s actually spending a… more»

Triple Black 993: 1995 Porsche 911 Convertible

It’s amazing that even among some of the most desirable models of collector cars, there can still be examples that take forever to sell. This clean 1995 Porsche 911 Cabriolet is part of the esteemed 993 generation, a model… more»