Put this one in the file of “Things they don’t make anymore but I wish they did.” While today’s version of factory-tuned includes pointless crossover vehicles like the Nismo-tweaked Nissan Juke and Chevy HHR, the 80’s were known partially… more»
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Carport For 30 Years: 1965 Chevrolet C-10
When cars are left to pass away the time in a carport, it’s not hard to spot them from the road. While I like the idea of a carport for sticking my daily driver under for cover from the… more»
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Mark II Coupe: 1972 Toyota Corona
The old-school cool appeal of vintage Japanese cars is hard for me to ignore. When you check out examples like this 1972 Toyota Corona Mark II coupe here on eBay, it’s difficult to reconcile that this is a vehicle from… more»
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Petty Blue and 15K Miles: 1973 Plymouth Satellite
Grandma sure was groovy. That’s the only way I can envision the former owner of this survivor-grade Plymouth Satellite here on eBay, which wears just over 15,000 original miles and is clad in Petty Blue paint from head to toe…. more»
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Garaged Since ’86: 1973 Opel GT
Last summer, I had the chance to check out an Opel GT in person. After years of hearing about them and their resemblence to a Baby Corvette, I was surprised by how attractive I found it. Perhaps I was… more»
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Milan Conversion: 1976 Cadillac Seville
I have been called a purist in the past. This is not always mentioned with approval, mind you, because a purist can be someone who despises any car or truck that receives modifications after it leaves the factory, or… more»
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No Reserve: 1970 Dodge Charger R/T
If there’s one thing I love more than barn find muscle cars, it would have to be barn find muscle cars painted in some awesome shade of 70’s colors. This 1970 Dodge Charger R/T wears its weather-beaten colors with… more»
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Mustang’s Sister: 1983 Mercury Capri RS 5.0
Here’s a car you don’t see everyday: a 1983 Mercury Capri RS with the factory high-output 5.0 liter V8. Like all things Mercury, this is basically a warmed-over Ford product intended to give buyers some feeling of greater luxury… more»
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Mean Mice: 1976 Datsun B210
As many of us can likely agree, timing is everything. It doesn’t matter whether you’re flying through the Esses at Watkins Glen or asking for a raise at work, the timing of an event can have a monumental impact… more»
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2,335 Miles: 1991 Chrysler TC by Maserati
There was a time when every hardcover “dream car” book or calendar from the 1980s featured a Chrysler TC by Maserati. It seems everyone, from consumers to authors, were smitten by this handsome coupe with its Maserati affiliations, even… more»
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Bought It Yesterday: 1973 Porsche 914
There used to be a saying, “Win on Sunday, sell on Monday.” These days, it seems like some hobbyists are less concerned about a vehicle’s performance capabilities on the track and more infatuated by how quickly they can unload… more»
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1/2 Restored: 1967 Fiat Dino
If I were more of an Italian car guy, I’d imagine the Fiat Dino would be akin to the rare, classic BMWs just within the reach of my project car budget. Like an S38-powered M6 or M5, the Dino… more»
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Stretch-Friendly: 1969 Chevrolet G10 LWB
While finding old-school Chevy vans is not difficult, here’s two ways this example is a cut above the rest: it’s a long wheelbase model, stretched to 108 inches, and it’s been with the current owner since 1977. I thought… more»
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White Sands Commuter: 1979 Honda Civic
This perfectly sun-bleached 1979 Honda Civic has led a gentle life, being owned by a professor in White Sands, New Mexico, for the bulk of its life. The fantastic shade of 70s green paint has slowly been worn away… more»
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Hard Hit: 1984 Buick Skylark T-Type
I’ve had my eye on this decrepit hot-rod Buick for quite some time, as it keeps popping up on eBay with a lower and lower price, now listed with a $350 Buy-It-Now. That’s pretty stupid cheap, but it comes… more»
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Vandalized While Stored: 1970 Mercedes 280SE
As my wife and I continue to discuss whether we should buy a house or hold out for another year (blame the uncertainty on the perils of working in higher ed), I’ve come to terms with the fact that… more»
