While I undoubtedly adore my 1981 Toyota HiAce project, I secretly wish it was one of the super rare pickup bodies. I know, I know – what’s the fun in that since you can only bring one or two… more»
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Jeff in the Junkyard: Ray Shook’s Garage
Whenever I make a trip to Georgia either for work or to visit my in-laws, I always try to find another salvage yard to visit beyond the one I’m helping to clear out as a Barn Finds Exclusive. This time, I… more»
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Junkyard Save: 1969 AMC Javelin SST
This 1968 AMC Javelin SST is listed by a seller who claims he drug it out a New Mexico junkyard, which is probably the smartest state to pull a car from years of wrecking yard captivity from (unlike those… more»
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31,000 Original Miles: 1985 Chevrolet C-10
The seller of this 1985 Chevrolet C10 pickup is correct that the short bed models are always in style, and recent interest in clean, survivor-grade examples has been picking up. This is a well-optioned truck that remains in excellent… more»
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His and Hers: Low Mileage ’84 Corvette Pair
While I’m sure some people find the idea of their spouse sharing their hobbies, I’m not one of those individuals. I like a little space when it comes to the personal side of things, and one of the reasons… more»
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Rare Notchback: 1988 Pontiac Trans Am GTA
The notchback Pontiac Trans Am GTA is a true rarity among 1980s muscle cars, combining a custom rear hatch section with the traditional Firebird looks. You’d be forgiven if you didn’t notice the subtle tweak out the back, which… more»
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Army Green: 1974 VW Thing
When it comes to Volkswagen’s Thing, I really prefer that it look somewhat weather-beaten and tired on the outside. A restored Thing just misses the point, in my opinion, as these vehicles were designed to be left outside and… more»
EXCLUSIVE: Motorcycles and Parts from the Georgia Collection
As some of you likely know, I am helping to clear out a large collection of salvage and project vehicles from a private owner. You can read more about the collection here in Part I; here in Part II; and the latest… more»
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Former Petersen Museum Car: 1965 Mercedes 600 SWB
When it comes to cars that require seemingly endless sacrifice (and bank accounts), the Mercedes 600 stands alone. This is the short wheelbase model, and it’s led an interesting life: it previously resided in the Petersen Museum collection, before… more»
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Yosemite Tour Bus: 1964 GMC Suburban
Hopefully, this long wheelbase GMC Suburban is restored true to its original purpose as a tour vehicle for Yosemite National Park. You have to figure in a few short years, we’re all going to be hurled around such planes… more»
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Parked in ’91: 1974 Porsche 911 Carrera
If automotive archeologists someday unearth my first car, they won’t have much to debate as to why a young driver piloted a 1987 Accord sedan. It was very obviously mom’s car, passed down to the kids to thrash on…. more»
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Indy Speedway Truck: 1979 Ford F150
While we often see the official Indianapolis replica pace cars show up for sale, the official truck appears far less often. This is one an F150 from one of the few years a GM product wasn’t used, and it… more»
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Argentinian 21 Window: 1965 VW Bus
This 1965 Volkswagen Bus is one of the more desirable project vehicles out there right now, as folks still seem to be prone to spending crazy money on 21-window Type 2s. This one was imported to the U.S. from… more»
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Rusty But Complete: 1972 Alfa Romeo GTV
While many of us can agree that rust should be avoided when buying a project car, sometimes the overall completeness of a project can sway us the other direction. Case in point being my junkyard find Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16… more»
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Owned Since ’68: 1957 Mercedes 190SL
Top-shelf 190s still do well at auctions, commanding far more than they did a decade ago, but the market has softened enough that subpar projects fail to garner much excitement. This 1957 model is a case of the former,… more»
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Grandma’s Vette: 1980 Chevy Corvette
My grandmother, a wonderful human being by most accounts, desired to own a Volvo 240 wagon in her retirement years. I don’t know why – just that the old silver 240 was a sign of a life well lived,… more»
