We just recently featured a pair of R107-series Mercedes-Benz 450SLs, both of which were in need of extensive refurbishment. This gorgeous yellow 1978 example may be a better place to start, with much of the heavy lifting already done,… more»
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4WD Pioneer: 1956 GMC NAPCO 4×4
Despite looking all the world like a factory-developed package, NAPCO pickups from GMC and Chevrolet were actually the brainchild of an aftermarket company from Minnesota. Now, production eventually moved in-house, and examples like this 1956 GMC pickup were likely… more»
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GTI Alternative: 1987 Toyota Corolla FX16 GT-S
Seller hyperbole about a certain car being rare because it’s the only one on eBay at the moment is a pet peeve of mine, but I’ll allow it for an original Toyota Corolla FX16 GT-S hatchback. In fact, the… more»
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Ghost Museum: Abandoned Shaniko Collection
Although it’s a fairly well-worn tale by now, the abandoned car museum in the ghost town of Shaniko, Oregon, is always a fascinating read. These vehicles were supposedly collected by a single individual who was a bit of a… more»
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Stock Turbo: 1990 Ford Probe GT
This 1990 Ford Probe GT is in immaculate condition, and is the desirable turbocharged variety. Similar to the Thunderbird Turbo Coupe we just featured, this sport compact Ford is also saddled with an automatic, but perhaps the slushbox spared… more»
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Sub-10,000 Miles: 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
This Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe has under 10,000 original miles and is said to belong to a woman in her 80s. It appears to be a part of a larger collection, which makes us wonder what else will be… more»
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Weathered Widowmaker: 1979 Porsche 930
It seems we’re having a run on dilapidated Porsche 930s lately, a vehicle that is more often seen in fully preserved or restored condition with a six-figure price tag. Affectionately known as the “Widowmaker” when it was new for… more»
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S Package Survivor: 1983 Honda Civic
When gas mileage was king but the Big 3 were still cranking seriously heavy iron, Honda surveyed the situation and gave the people a reason to enjoy being thrifty: the 1983 Honda Civic “S” package, like this example seen… more»
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Sold with Title: 1959 Chevy Apache Fleetside
We don’t often see sellers who go through the trouble of getting un-titled vehicles the proper documentation necessary to make it easier on the next owner, but this 1959 Chevrolet Apache pickup is fully titled and ready to go…. more»
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4WD Time Capsule: 1989 Toyota HiAce Fire Truck
Although I do love my HiAce project, it’s tough to not stare longingly at some of the later versions that are popping up for sale with increased regularity. Thanks to the relaxed importation laws, vehicles meeting the 25 year… more»
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Cheap R107 Pair: 1976 Mercedes 450SL + Parts Car
No matter how well you may plan, taking on a project car inevitably reveals a major need: the benefit to having a second version of the same project car to pull parts from or otherwise hack up. The seller of… more»
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6,288 Original Miles: 1980 Chevy Camaro Berlinetta
While a low-mileage Z28 is the car collectors pine to find, this 1980 Berlinetta with just 6,288 original miles may be a close second. Said to have come out of long-term storage a few years ago, the Camaro remains… more»
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Never This Nice: 1988 Suzuki Samurai
It seems the Suzuki Samurai is moving upmarket. Once considered disposable, preserved specimens like this one are popping up with greater regularity, seemingly responding to the demand for high-quality examples that haven’t been left for dead in a canyon… more»
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Barn Stored, Farm Used: International Harvester P/U
Located just south of Pittsburgh is this charming International Harvester “Light Line” pickup, likely a part of the new-for-1971 1010 Series. The dead giveaway is the grill design, which was updated for that year. This pickup is still giving… more»
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Airport Super Shuttle: Mercedes 450SEL 6.9 Limousine
The 6.9L V8-equipped Mercedes-Benz sedans are among the most desirable factory hot rods ever built. Though they are maintenance hogs, one that runs well is a hoot to drive and a nicely appreciating investment. What we see even more… more»
BF EXCLUSIVE: 1977 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
I say with some level of confidence that all of us have at least one fond memory attached to a Chevy C10 pickup. They were tireless workhorses, simple but effective machines. On a personal note, my brother owned at… more»
