Cheap Cosworth? 1987 Mercedes 190E 2.3-16

As someone who is restoring a 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16, I immediately felt a slight twinge when I saw the opening bid on this example of just $3,500. Had I finally found a car that made me question my… more»

Abandoned in Shop: 1969 Chevy Corvette

This 1969 Chevrolet Corvette left the factory with a desirable drivetrain configuration, featuring a 350/300 b.h.p. V8 paired to a 4-speed manual transmission. As you might expect, those pieces are long gone and the Corvette is sold as a… more»

Plum Crazy Survivor: 1970 Dodge Challenger

This 1970 Dodge Challenger SE is a pleasing combination of color, options, and history, attributable to its unusual VIN number – more on that in a moment. The Challenger wears nicely aged Plum Crazy paint and is equipped with… more»

Sweet Chalet: 1977 Chevy Blazer

This 1977 Chevrolet Blazer Chalet is said to sport original paint on a mostly rust-free body. The Blazer features a small camper shell that incorporates the basics of living on the road, with sleeping quarters and basic kitchenette. The… more»

No Reserve: 1994 Chevy Caprice Wagon

This 1994 Chevrolet Caprice wagon is listed at no reserve, and bidding is already quite strong – approaching $7K with plenty of time left in the auction. Mileage is reportedly a low 52,398 and the combination of burgundy paint… more»

Warehouse Find: 1992 Ford Mustang GT

This 1992 Ford Mustang GT convertible has been parked for 10 years following a stalled conversion to some sort of drag- or track-ready specimen. Some modifications have already been made, but overall, the Mustang may be closer to showroom… more»

Past Restoring: 1962 Austin Healey 3000

This 1962 Austin Healey 3000 may have once been a particularly desirable car, but in the case of what looks like a long-forgotten example, its future as a parts rig may be sealed. Located somewhere in a New Jersey… more»

Desert Find 4×4: 1947 Willys CJ2A

This 1947 Willys CJ2A is a pleasing survivor, wearing its years of sun-battered paint and roughshod living proudly – as a Jeep should. Few modern Jeep products will ever appear this well-loved, so take a closer look at this… more»

Blue Plate Find: 1975 Lincoln Mark IV

This 1975 Lincoln Continental is said to be part of a massive 200 car collection of California born-and-bred vehicles. This Mark IV coupe features its original California blue plates and looks quite handsome with no obvious accident damage or… more»

Pleasingly Stock: 1985 Dodge Omni GLH

This turbocharged Dodge Omni GLH is a claimed survivor, showing no apparent modifications other than some period-correct bucket seats and some tint on the windows. The Omni is listed by a seller that acquired the car from a friend… more»

Toyota Dealer Trade: 1984 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Limited

This 1984 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is listed for sale by a Toyota dealership for just under $30,000. That’s a huge asking price, but there is a strong following for this era of Jeep that is popular with enthusiasts and… more»

Too Good for Winter: 1985 AMC Eagle Wagon

This 1985 AMC Eagle wagon is an unrestored survivor with under 100,000 original miles. The Eagle remained in the long-term care of the original owner until 2017, when a second owner acquired it and quickly passed it along to… more»

8,190 Miles: 1983 Ford Mustang GT

This 1983 Ford Mustang convertible is the desirable GT-spec with the manual transmission. Most impressive is its low mileage, clocking in at just 8,190. Outfitted with a range of options that makes it desirable regardless of the mileage, this… more»

Automatic Cossie: 1987 Mercedes 190E 2.3-16

The Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 is a vehicle near and dear to my heart for obvious reasons, but I’ve liked these cars well before I bought one out of a junkyard in Pennsylvania. While mine seemed to justify taking a… more»

Left in Storage: 1978 AMC Pacer

The seller describes this 1978 AMC Pacer as a time machine that he left in storage after purchasing it with 36,000 miles. It is a genuine California blue plate car that he used for a few years, bringing total… more»

1985 Ferrari Mondial Garage Find!

It’s a strange thing: a few years ago, we would have scoffed at buying a Ferrari Mondial, as it has languished at the bottom of the desirability scale for decades. While it still may be the last “cheap” Ferrari,… more»

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