Widebody Project: 1974 DeTomaso Pantera

The DeTomaso Pantera is obviously a known quantity around these parts, but that doesn’t mean we’re still not surprised on occasion. Any time a classic sports or muscle car appears as a modified example can give enthusiasts some pause… more»

Reasonably Priced GT: 1984 Porsche 928S

Sometimes, being short on details in a craigslist listing isn’t the crime we think it is. It all depends on the information presented, and in the case of this Porsche 928, I suspect the seller is the kind of… more»

Drop Top Truck: 1989 Dodge Dakota Sport Convertible

The Dodge Dakota Sport Convertible is a model that should make you yearn for yesteryear. This is not because the Dakota convertible was any sort of monumental achievement, but rather because it represents a time in our history when… more»

Indestructible 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser 80

The 80-Series Toyota Land Cruiser is a modern classic that you can drive every day, and after seeing a slight dip in prices after the pandemic boom deflated, it seems solid examples are picking back up. This truck is… more»

F1 Cabriolet: 1999 Ferrari F355

Every now and again, you see a car pop up for sale that seems like a potential deal in the making. Certainly, you can’t base a car’s sale price on where it stands a day before closing, but sometimes,… more»

Original Grand Tourer: 1927 Mercedes 12/55 Mannheim

This is an unusual find, especially for discovering on a site like craigslist. The car shown here is a 1927 Mercedes 12/55 Mannheim, a large sedan manufactured by Daimler-Benz AG and one of the first vehicles sold under the… more»

1 of 2 in USA: 1990 TVR 400SE

When we think of TVR in the 1980s, it’s easy to think of exactly one word: the wedge. Starting in the early 80s, TVR seemed committed to building cars of a certain profile, and they deservedly earned a moniker… more»

Wagon Conversion: 1983 Jaguar XJS Lynx Eventer

One of the more curious things about the convergence of money and cars is how the world’s elite really like to have companies build wagon versions of their favorite sports cars and coupes. Aston Martins, Porsches, Bentleys – there… more»

Numbers Matching: 1965 Porsche 912

There’s a funny wrinkle in vintage cars when it comes to originality and asking prices. In general, enthusiasts prefer to find cars that remain highly original, and will pay a premium for them. But that asking price has to… more»

Vintage Racer Recreation: 1959 Ferrari Testarossa

One of the more expensive Ferraris to attempt to buy is the original Testarossa, one of the models most synonymous with the company’s history in vintage racing. It’s also one of the most heavily copied models in the company’s… more»

Rare Wagon: 1992 Chevrolet Caravan Diplomata

It was just a few days ago that we featured an identical model to this imported wagon shown here. Known as the Chevrolet Caravan Diplomata, this Brazilian market Chevy is like a Volvo 240 that spent some time in… more»

One Owner Targa: 1973 Porsche 911E

Originality rules all when it comes to vintage vehicles. Yes, maintenance history, ownership provenance, and running condition are almost all equally important, but I’m amazed at how often originality can influence purchasing decisions. The 1973 Porsche 911E shown here… more»

SSP Coupe: 1986 Ford Mustang LX

If you wanted to get into Fox body Mustang ownership, there are some smart buys you can make – right now! – that make an awful lot of sense. There are the usual suspects, like the Cobra, but those… more»

Turbocharged and 4WD: 1987 Toyota Sunrader

There’s little doubt that old Toyota trucks are immensely popular right now. They have proven to be desirable for a few different reasons: one, nostalgia is powerful and many GenXers (and folks on either side of that era) have… more»

Running and Driving Project: 1964 Porsche 356C

No matter how bad a car looks, you can’t always judge a book by its cover. Looking at this Porsche 356, one would think it was DOA – do not pass go – no way, no how. Turns out,… more»

Panamericana Veteran: 1955 Jaguar XK140

One of the more difficult things to do when assessing the value and desirability of a vintage car is factoring in prior race history. There are numerous vehicles at any given time that have participated in some seriously cool… more»

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