40 Years of Documentation: 1986 TVR 280i

The Barn Finds readership is a high point in my workday, as they begin to figure out what we like and don’t like when it comes to four-wheeled fascinations. The proliferation of TVRs that end up in my pile… more»

Inherited Project: 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

The concept of inheriting a potentially collectible project car is one most of us here would relish. However, not everyone wants an old car, which can seem more like a nuisance than an opportunity. The seller of this 1978… more»

6,800 Original Miles: 1982 Ford LTD

The Ford LTD was once as ubiquitous on American roads as traffic signals and crosswalks. It was from an era that was quickly evolving as vehicles were increasingly downsized, both in terms of size and engine displacement. However, consumers… more»

Surprisingly Stock Survivor: 1998 Honda Prelude

Almost every generation of Honda’s sporty models – whether it is a Prelude, a Civic, or CRX – are subject to being abused and modified to a point that they become undesirable. Certain eras are exposed to this treatment… more»

Race of Champions Tribute: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E Cosworth

One of my favorite aspects of being the owner of a 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth is the connection to Ayrton Senna. Senna, among other legendary drivers, participated in a one-off event dubbed the “Race of Champions” that featured… more»

Back Again? 1984 Dodge Daytona Turbo

If you feel like you’ve seen this brown Dodge Daytona Turbo before, you’re not mistaken: we wrote about it a few months ago when it was offered for sale by what was presumably a student who spent a boatload… more»

Rare Project Opportunity: 1965 Honda S600

There’s very little out there anymore that one can honestly call a “deal.” There are plenty of absolute roach coaches that should be scrapped immediately, and a similar number of overpriced and over restored specimens. Rarely do we find… more»

Bet It Still Runs: 1955 Mercedes-Benz 180

There are some vehicles that, no matter how awful, you just want to see them live to see another day. This 1955 Mercedes-Benz 180 is hardly  collector’s piece, but you have to love seeing a car like this that… more»

Must Read Ad: 1997 Chevrolet Suburban

If you have attempted to sell anything lately on Marketplace or even craigslist, you know how had it has gotten. The automatic responses that Facebook allows people to send has brought out the worst of the worst as it… more»

Barn Find Concours Attendee: 1982 Datsun 280ZX Turbo

The prospect of driving a barn find car on the road for the first time can be intimidating. No matter how much due diligence you’ve done, there’s still plenty of opportunity for things to go wrong. The 1982 Datsun… more»

5-Speed Manual XJ: 1995 Jeep Cherokee

The allure of a 5-speed manual SUV is one that many enthusiasts are drawn to. The combination of a raised ride height, go-anywhere traction, and the ability to shift your own gears is a fun combination to find, but… more»

Project Grade Supercar: 1995 Acura NSX

As I’ve begun considering how much better my life would be with a rusty Land Rover in the driveway, I’ve been pondering the question of how much of a project is too much of a project? When it comes… more»

Forgotten Roadsters: Pair of Siata Springs

There exists a class of vehicles made solely for entertainment purposes, and that are especially useful if you happen to own a beach cottage somewhere that it rarely gets cold. The Fiat Jolly and Citroën Méhari come to mind… more»

Super Clean Super Coupe: 1993 Ford Thunderbird SC

When you think of a car along the lines of what it would look like if it wore a different badge but was otherwise left unchanged, it can transform your perception of its place in the market. In the… more»

Original Owner: 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado

The Oldsmobile Toronado was one of those classic GM products that seemingly did everything well but it still wasn’t good enough to save itself when push came to shove. Still, when they do pop up for sale today, it’s… more»

Worth the Risk? 1986 Alfa Romeo GTV6

Old Alfa Romeos are generally cars that demand your full attention, both in on-the-road driving and ongoing mechanical upkeep. Accordingly, when you buy a vintage one, the owners usually have the full assortment of books, records, binders, and the… more»