Years from now, we’ll probably cringe when we learn someone took the drivetrain out of a Challenger Hellcat and dropped it into a Fox Body, or some other lesser sports car. The same sense of remorse comes through on… more»
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Snailshell + Minerva: 1980 Porsche 924 Turbo
While the early 924s aren’t exactly loved by enthusiasts, the 924 Turbo responded to the naysayers by adding a KKK turbocharger and a number of other engine enhancements to close the gap between it and the naturally-aspirated 911. Visual… more»
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Dealer’s Personal Stock: 6K Mile 1984 Corvette
This gorgeous 1984 Chevrolet Corvette has just 6,778 original miles and is said to be part of a dealer’s private collection of Corvettes that will be put up for sale. I’ve seen this phenomenon a few times, even locally,… more»
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California Garage Find: 1957 BMW Isetta
Bidding is quite strong for this 1957 BMW Isetta, which remains in untouched survivor condition. This is the 300 model, which enjoys increased displacement over the 250 for a robust 13 b.h.p. and 13.6 ft. lbs. of torque. Laugh… more»
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Skunkworks Saloon: 1999 Ford Contour SVT
Ford’s Special Vehicle Teams (SVT) group is responsible for some of the company’s most impressive road cars, from the Lightning pickup to the hot-hatch SVT Focus. In between those extremes is the less frequently seen and discussed Ford Contour… more»
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One Family Owned: 1969 Dodge A108 Van
It’s amazing how many times the basic formula of “forward control” was used in vans from the 1960s all the way through the current day. While many casual observers may be shocked to see an engine nestled near the… more»
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Abarth Conversion? Fiat 600 Project
The Fiat 600 is the slightly-larger sibling to the well-loved Fiat 500. Aside from sitting in both cars back-to-back, it’s difficult to discern how these two tiny Fiats are all that different, but the 600 is seen less frequently… more»
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Shelby Built: 1989 Dodge Dakota
This 1989 Shelby Dakota has been in Southern California since new, and is rust-free with no major body damage. However, it comes with some transmission issues and it is missing some of its Shelby-specific add-ons that will be hard… more»
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Bent Window Project: 1953 Porsche 356
If you’re not shopping for a Speedster or a Carrera, the next best bet in 356 ownership is a Pre-A model with the iconic bent windshield. This 1953 example is one of those, putting it amongst the earliest cars… more»
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Obscure and Extinct: 1980 Fiat Strada
Yes, this unusual Fiat was sold in the U.S. for several years as the Strada, a hatchback that was built on the aging Fiat 128 platform. Featuring styling that even today remains quite avant-garde (or polarizing, depending on how… more»
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Skaug Bed Equipped: 1970 Ford F250 Camper Special
Finding vehicles that had options added right when they were rolling off the dealer lot with those features still attached is a treat, as this 1970 Ford F-250 Camper Special shows. Ordered by the original owner to have an… more»
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Box Flares Included: 1975 BMW 2002 Track Build
Old race cars: they just ooze history, even if their only track-experience was at the hands of an amateur. This 1975 BMW 2002 looks like it was well on its way to a grassroots-inspired track build but either stalled… more»
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Stored Since 1996: 1990 Nissan 300ZX
While a twin-turbocharged Nissan 300ZX is on many enthusiasts’ wish lists, finding a preserved Z32 generation Z-car in mothballed condition will also do nicely. This 1990 300ZX belonged to the seller’s father, and the car has been in storage… more»
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Estate Car Find: 1959 Triumph TR3
Said to be a recent estate clean-out / garage find, this pretty Triumph TR3 is selling at no reserve with just over a day left and bidding at only a tick over $3K. With some evidence of being a… more»
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Dealer Trade Sport Truck: 1982 Datsun 720 4×4
It’s no secret I love original graphics on the sides of vintage cars and trucks. That’s why this very-well preserved 1982 Datsun 720 Sport Truck caught my eye, along with the fact that it’s sitting among rows of late-model… more»
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PASS Key Fault? No Reserve Cadillac Allante Project
Right now, we look at cars and trucks that have been sitting in fields, barns or yards for decades with no hope of firing up on the first twist of the key. It doesn’t phase us, because the vehicle… more»
