Build A Motor: 1979 Dodge ‘Lil Red Express

How would you rebuild this blank canvas? This desirable 1979 Dodge ‘Lil Red Express has no engine or transmission, making it a unique opportunity to build a restomod out of a truck usually reserved for collector status. The seller… more»

Build-A-Vette: 1965 Chevy Corvette Project

You’d be forgiven if you thought the picture above was the focal point of this eBay auction for a 1965 Corvette. No, that’s just the donor body that is hiding out beneath a tractor trailer for installation on the… more»

Beach Bound: 1978 Corvette Silver Anniversary

When’s the last time you saw surfboards on a Corvette? There’s a first for everything, and it’s also a sure-fire way to get your car noticed among the throngs of Vettes listed for sale every day. This is a… more»

Dual Carb’d Motor: 1956 Porsche 356

The listing for this 1965 Porsche 356 has already disappeared, but it’s too interesting not to write up. When’s the last time you saw a tacked-on “For Sale” sign in the windshield of a vintage 356? Most of these… more»

Preserved Sport Model: 1987 BMW 325is

This low-mileage 1987 BMW 325is is a car that’s near and dear to my heart, as I own the same vehicle but in Alpine White. The 1987 sport models – designated by the “IS” on the end of the… more»

Mad Max In The USA: 1977 Ford Falcon XC Panel

The Mad Max franchise of movies has a following in Australia and elsewhere not entirely different from our country’s obsession with Smokey and the Bandit (although, there seems to be much less violence with Burt Reynolds behind the wheel). Still, it has… more»

Deer Hit and Parked: 1972 VW Karmann Ghia

While accident damage can be unnerving for even the most seasoned restorer to fix, it can also sometimes mean that a car was kept off the road for many years while it waited for its date with the body… more»

Original Paint and Interior: 1966 Mercedes 230SL

This 1966 Mercedes-Benz 230SL is perhaps the epitome of a survivor, with original paint, body panels and interior and no obvious defects despite 90K miles on the clock. The sellers says it was stored since new on the West… more»

Metallic Blue with Oyster Cloth: 1980 Chevy Corvette

It’s easy to drown in hyperbole when it comes to sellers with “limited edition” Corvettes, as many owners seem to think this feature or that sticker makes it more of a standout than the next guy’s. For me, where… more»

Quick Flip: 1979 BMW 320/6

This 1979 BMW 320/6 is a car I closely monitored when it was on eBay a few weeks ago. It’s the only other car besides my own European-spec E21 that I’ve seen in recent years with the 2.0L carb’d… more»

21K Mile WS6: 1985 Pontiac Trans Am

While some of the more limited production models like Pace Cars and GTAs tend to show up with low mileage quite often, it’s far more unusual to see a well-equipped Trans AM like this one wearing street clothes appear… more»

Track Car Shell: 1975 Porsche 911 Slantnose

The seller doesn’t know much about the history of the slantnose-converted 1975 Porsche 911, but he’s interested in learning more. Of course, he also wants to sell the car, which is suspected to have formerly had a V8 stuffed… more»

Original Twin Cam: 1974 Lotus Europa

This 1974 Lotus Europa is a desirable twin-cam car, and wears an excellent shade of Kermit green paint (not the official name) that blends nicely with the original Lotus badge on the nose. The seller says it is officially… more»

Hidden in Oregon: 1977 Triumph Spitfire

After my recent trip to the Washington and Oregon coasts, I remain amazed at the number of vintage cars hiding out there that remain in surprisingly solid condition. This 1977 Triumph Spitfire is another example of such a vehicle,… more»

V12 Powered Replica: 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO Kit

While many Ferrari replicas are epic disappointments with horrible proportions and underpinnings the likes of the Pontiac Fiero, this unfinished 250 GTO replica may be one of the better ones we’ve seen. Plus, the owner has sourced a Jaguar… more»

Rodent Damage: 1979 Porsche 928 5-Speed

On the surface, this 1979 Porsche 928 with the desirable manual transmission looks quite good: just 50,000 miles, glossy red paint, straight body lines, and a very nice interior. However, it hides a secret that will likely lead to… more»