Never Seen One, Part II: Boonie Bug

A few days ago, I questioned the origins of another VW-based kit car that the seller claimed belonged to the Meyers-Manx family of vehicles. Today, there’s yet another kit car with air-cooled Volkswagen underpinnings that has caught me by… more»

4WD Survivor: 1985 AMC Eagle

Update 8/27/19 – The high bidder flaked, so this sweet 4WD sedan has been relisted here on eBay with no reserve. It might end up being a bargain too because last time it only got bid up to $3k…. more»

Preserved Kammback: 1981 AMC Eagle

While the four-wheel drive AMC Eagle wagon was an outlier when introduced, the hatchback versions –  affectionately known as either the Kammback or SX/4 – were really out there by 1980s standards. This 1981 model is the squared-off Kammback… more»

Porsche Parts: Meyers Manx Dune Buggy

This Volkswagen-based dune buggy is an unnamed kit that follows the traditional Meyers-Manx recipe. Apparently, there’s been a small fortune in performance parts thrown at this dune buggy, so much that the seller constantly refers to it as a… more»

No Reserve Rotary: 1979 Mazda RX7

This clean 1979 Mazda RX-7 is listed at no reserve on eBay, with bids at present just a tick over $2,000. The cosmetics are quite strong thanks to a repaint in its original color and a beautiful tartan cloth… more»

Tii In The Weeds: 1972 BMW 2002

This 1972 BMW 2002 Tii is listed by the son of the previous owner, who sadly isn’t going to have time to restore the car. Unfortunately, it doesn’t run, it doesn’t roll, and it has rust in a variety… more»

Turquoise Metallic Survivor: 1991 Chevy Corvette

This 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is a nice change of pace from the usual reds, whites, and blacks we see color-wise, sporting a totally 90s paint job of Turquoise Metallic. At just $5,750, this is likely one of the better… more»

Best of Japan Exhibitor: 1985 Honda CRX

Don’t look now, but collectors are paying closer attention to 80s icons than ever before. While a car like this 1985 Honda CRX will never be worth ridiculous money, they are still trading hands for more than some skeptics… more»

9,229 Original Miles? 1971 Lamborghini Espada

This 1971 Lamborghini Espada is said to have under 10,000 original miles and remain in outstanding, original condition. Despite the claimed time capsule mileage, the Espada will still need some work before being driven confidently, but that’s not discouraging… more»

Barn Find 396: 1966 Chevy Chevelle SS

This 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS never traveled far from the dealership it was sold at in Floyd, Virginia, being discovered recently a mere 17 miles from the original site of Floyd Motor Company. The Chevelle sports a desirable combination… more»

Ran When Parked: 1988 BMW M3

Prices for the E30-chassis BMW M3 have thankfully begun to adjust a bit, particularly as it relates to driver-quality cars. This 1988 model isn’t presented as being anything other than a fair quality example, but it’s not entirely clear… more»

Plum Crazy Barn Find: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda

This 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda is a real-deal barn find with desirable Plum Crazy paint and a numbers-matching 383 under the hood. The car was apparently discovered in Ohio where it shared barn space with a Trans Am of a… more»

One Lady Owner: 1981 Chevy Camaro Z28

This 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is a claimed one female owner example that remains in excellent condition. Pictures do tend to indicate this car benefits from a woman’s touch as there’s no significant evidence of wanton abuse like a… more»

Tidy Series 1: 1970 Datsun 240Z

This listing is for a desirable Series 1 Datsun 240Z, a specimen that has been gaining steam for the past several years among the many generations of Nissan Z cars. It’s not surprising to see bidding already over $13K… more»

Make Offer: 1980 Triumph TR7

The Triumph TR7 has long been on the more affordable British sports cars you could buy, and this 1980 example may be snaggable for a decent price given the seller’s “make offer” pricing strategy. Some listings, you know it’s… more»

Big Block Barn Find: 1969 GMC Sierra

This 1969 GMC Sierra is presented as an honest example with the desirable 396 big block engine under the hood. Despite being listed for sale in Pennsylvania, the seller notes it is originally from California, which could help explain… more»

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