I have fond memories of a local used car dealership in my youth taking in all kinds of interesting trades. Of course, there were quite a few awful cars that sat on their lot, but I’ll never forget the… more»
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Bridgehampton Blue: 1971 Chevy Corvette
It’s amazing how a car can look fairly rough on the surface but more solid underneath, or vice versa with a shiny topside and corrosion in the floors. This 1971 Corvette convertible here on eBay and located in Miami is an… more»
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Worth Saving? 1986 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
For years, the Jeep Grand Wagoneer has confused me. Is it valuable? Is it not? I’ve seen them go for big dollars in restored condition and for relative peanuts as a project. The middle ground on these does not… more»
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Nevada Desert Car: 1983 Dodge Mirada
Here’s a perfect recipe for a rust free car: never drive it and have it live exclusively in places like Nevada and Florida. This 1983 Dodge Mirada CMX here on eBay has only 29,746 miles and remains in phenomenal condition, thanks… more»
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Baby Barn Find: 1987 Toyota MR2
It’s happening all around us: cars from later generations are slipping into barn find status! Personally, I find this exciting, especially as panic sets in that there will someday be no barn finds left to discover. This 1987 Toyota… more»
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Clean First Gen: 1979 Subaru Brat
The Subaru Brat is a perennial favorite for those of us who appreciate oddball Japanese cars, but finding one that hasn’t succumbed to the tin worm or been worked to death is a challenging assignment. Fortunately, this first-generation 1979… more»
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Burn Victim: 1987 Buick Grand National
Fire damage in any form gives me nightmares. Unlike traditional accident damage incurred via fender bender, fire tends to cast a wide arc when it comes to a damage path, and for collector vehicles, the road to recovery is… more»
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Cop Components: 1989 Ford Mustang SSP
The Ford Mustang Fox Body notchback remains one of my favorite muscle car designs ever to roll out of the showroom. Combine that with the rarely seen police model known as the Special Service Package like this example here on… more»
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Economy Survivor: 1989 Toyota Tercel
You’d be forgiven if you forgot the entry-level Toyota Tercel once sported an attractive notchback coupe-body that gave this MPG champion a relatively pleasing appearance. Like so many economy cars of the mid-80s and early 90’s, clean design was… more»
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Lien Sale Score: 1979 Porsche 928
I’ve often thought it would be exciting to buy the rights to a storage unit’s contents without knowing what was inside. Sure, it’s a risk – but if it doesn’t cost you too much, it’s a safer bet than… more»
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Warehouse Kept: 1990 Buick Reatta Convertible
A few years ago, a junkyard operator my brother got friendly with let him in on a secret: he was buying up all of the junked Buick Reattas and becoming known as the used parts king for owners of… more»
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Turbo Coupe: 1986 Chrysler LeBaron
Nostalgia is a powerful drug. This is something automotive manufacturers know well, what with the arrival of the retro-inspired Mustang and Challenger in recent years. So, I’m blaming nostalgia for why I am beginning to find the K-Car generation… more»
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4,797 Miles: 1981 Chrysler Imperial
Here is a vehicle I’ve long since forgotten about, and in absolutely stunning condition: it’s a 1981 Chrysler Imperial with what is believed to be 4,797 original miles here on eBay. Located in Florida, the Imperial was an attempt by… more»
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Raked Glass: 1963 Ford Consul Classic
As you might have guessed, I’ve been having a field day on overseas eBay pages this week. I can’t help it – there’s just too many goodies lurking in gardens and sheds over there! This 1963 Ford Consul Classic here… more»
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Stump Puller: 1978 Mercedes 450SEL 6.9
Ask most car guys about the movie Ronin and almost all of them will likely mention the scene where a Mercedes 450SEL 6.9 sedan executes a perfect J-turn and takes off after the bad guys. Mercedes’ powerhouse of a sedan is recognized… more»
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Ex-Pat Project: 1946 Chevy Panel Truck
When we think of American classic cars and trucks, it’s easy to forget that there is an enthusiastic following for these vehicles overseas. Just as we may dream of importing some oddball grey market vehicle, gearheads on the other… more»
