A few days ago, we profiled a stock Porsche 911S with sport seats that was being cleared out of a Texas estate. It looked like there were more cars hiding in the background, and we were right: this 1985… more»
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Wrecked Gullwings: DeLorean Project Pair
While it’s not uncommon to see a dusty DeLorean DMC 12 come to light after years of careful neglect, we don’t often see wrecked project cars pop up for sale. This pair of DeLoreans is said to have just now… more»
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Late Production Survivor: 1980 VW Beetle Convertible
When it comes to air-cooled Beetles, the most desirable cars are either super early or very late. This 1980 VW Beetle convertible falls into the latter category, seemingly one of the last cars produced and showing all the positive… more»
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11 Saabs for $10K: Saab Collection in the UK
This really does seem too good to be true, especially if you’re a Saab fanatic: 11 Saab projects for $10K, or 7,500 in British pounds since this barn find is overseas. The collection consists largely of late 1980s model… more»
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Still In Its Crate: Brand New 1980 Honda CBX
The phrase, “new in the wrapper” is an overused idiom that is often pure hyperbole. In the case of this 1980 Honda CBX motorcycle, it appears to be 100% accurate. This six-cylinder motorcycle has never been removed from its… more»
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Flower Shop Truck: 1974 VW Thing
This 1974 VW Thing is just how a Thing should look: tired, weatherd paint, knobby tires and a vintage motif on the removable doors. Freshly-painted Things are a major turn-off for yours truly, as adventure vehicles and beach cruisers… more»
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Nicest One Left: 1990 Maserati 430
The coupe-bodied Biturbo is almost a running joke around here, but the rare sedan-bodied 430 strikes me as a handsome alternative to the era’s Mercedes and BMW saloons. This particular car appears to be part of a collection I’d… more»
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Two for One: Jaguar XJS Coupe & Convertible
Finding a pair of projects is usually cause for alarm, as sellers tend not to let good cars go cheaply. But in this instance, I think there’s some fair value to be gained by taking on this Jaguar XJS… more»
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Selling Dad’s Projects: 1977 Porsche 911S
This 1977 Porsche 911S has already attracted bids over $20,000 with plenty of time left in the auction. The car is part of a larger collection of vehicles that the seller is clearing out as part of his father’s… more»
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Super Rare 1-of-7 Mercedes Cabriolet Found!
A pair of vintage Mercedes – one of them a 1-of-7 right-hand-drive Adenauer cabriolet – has been discovered in a garage in Yorkshire in the UK. The two Mercedes, both 300-Series Adenauers, consist of the aforementioned convertible and a… more»
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Classics In The Hedge: Yard Finds In Surrey
We reported a few weeks ago about an enthusiast in Michigan that was forced to clear out his collection of project and parts cars. This is not a phenomenon unique to the overzealous zoning boards found in U.S. municipalities,… more»
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Period Perfect: 1958 Porsche 356 A Coupe
Even with the run-up in prices of the original Porsche 356, there are some examples that are likely worth every penny due to high levels of preservation. This 1958 356 “A” coupe is one of those cars, displaying many… more»
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Copart Regrets: $950 1987 Toyota MR2
It’s not hard to spot Copart cars on eBay and other sites, as those stickers in the top corner of the windshield are dead giveaways. That’s an interesting choice of words – dead giveaways – as it could describe… more»
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BMW Diesel Equipped: 1984 Lincoln Mark VII
The Lincoln Mark VII already is an appreciating classic, thanks to its combination of Ford 5.0 V8 power, rear wheel drive and mild exotica attributed to fancy bits like air suspension and digital clusters. However, for a time –… more»
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Where Are They Now: The Volvo P1800 Whisky Cars
I came across an excellent recounting of misadventure on the high seas involving some 29 Volvo P1800 coupes, ordered by Americans who held deposits on the swanky Swedes. For some of these special-order cars, their chance to carve up… more»
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Turbo Wagon: 1987 Peugeot 505
Put the words “Turbo” and “wagon” together and you’ll generally get enthuaists’ attention. However, in most cases, they’ll envision a Volvo 740 – not a Peugeot 505 Turbo estate. This example is a rare sight on American roads these… more»
