If you’re going to take on a classic car restoration with unknown provenance or history, it’s hard to go wrong with a vintage Mercedes-Benz. They are known for their durability as much as they are celebrated for their style… more»
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Stalled and Stored: 1973 Porsche 911
Whenever I drive past the port in my fair city, I wonder what’s sitting in those shipping containers at the dock. Furniture? Scrap metal? Appliances? Vintage Porsche 911s? Yes, after reading this eBay listing sent in by Jim S,… more»
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California Kissed: 1969 Chevy Corvette
When I bought my M3, I really didn’t think too much about it being from San Diego. At that point, I just needed the car and shipping it seemed like a logistical nightmare. But, the price was right and… more»
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The Original Commuter: 1972 Honda Z600
If you have any memory of how big Honda’s Civic was in the 80s, you likely recall a small, tin-like structure that was as efficient as it was compact. The thing is, the Civic has lost much of that… more»
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1971 Mustang Mach 1: Too Rusty to Rescue?
Yesterday, I completed the purchase of a new project. I’m not ready to divulge the details just yet, but I will soon! It’s always a bit nerve-wracking, especially when you tend to buy cars like I do from sunny… more»
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Some Assembly Required: 1967 Jaguar E-Type
Disassembly is easy to do but it can also be the undoing of an ongoing restoration. That’s been a clear lesson in project car ownership for yours truly: finish what you start. When life gets in the way, days… more»
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Four-Eyed Justice: 1986 Ford Mustang SSP
There are cars that I like and there are cars that I believe should be in every enthusiast collection. The Special Service Package Ford Mustangs fall into the latter category, as it rubs me the right way on multiple… more»
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Just a Name: 1983 Shelby Charger
How many of you have recently purchased a brand-new car for the sole purpose of mothballing it for future sale? None of you? I’m shocked. Perhaps it was a generational thing, as the lackluster performance cars of the ’80s… more»
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Chasing Snowflakes: 1982 Jeep Wagoneer
Obviously, I’m a bit of a car guy. Specifically, I like vehicles with a low center of gravity and excellent handling characteristics. But every now and again, I wonder if I’m missing out. Coming from a long line of… more»
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Stuck in the Shore: Lake-Find BMW Isetta
Despite knowing how much havoc moisture can wreck on a car – especially one enshrouded in vintage tin – I’m always fascinated by cars and trucks discovered in the water. Dive sites, shipwrecks, and insurance fraud all describe scenarios… more»
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Out of Time: 1972 Volvo 1800E
Project cars: we love them, we loathe them. As I consider potentially adding a new project to my fleet, I’m reminded of the thoughts I had in the first few months of owning my E30. Feeling overwhelmed comes to… more»
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Canadian Cat: 1992 Jaguar XJS Coupe
I’ve taken an affinity towards these modern-day Jaguar coupes in recent months. This has little to do with any sort of allegiance to the brand; rather, I’ve come across a few in local salvage yards that have yielded some… more»
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Star Cruiser: 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL
I love searching through auction listings online, but ideally I would rather stumble upon an unadvertised estate sale with rows of classics up for grabs (for a screaming bargain, of course!) I’m not sure if that’s what occurred for the seller… more»
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Junior Workhourse: 1967 Toyota T100 Stout
These days, consumers can find a variety of options across the pickup truck segment. However, if you’re looking for a light-duty alternative to extra cabs and extended beds, you have limited options (though the new Chevy Colorado could be… more»
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911 Power: 1970 Porsche 914/6
With so much platform sharing going on between brands these days, it’s anything but unusual to learn that a manufacturer is selling a car model under one name while another automaker sells virtually the same car with some special… more»
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El Camino Alternative: 1982 Dodge Rampage
As many of you with older siblings likely know, coveting your brother’s possessions are standard rules of engagement. Despite having a fairly large Matchbox and Hot Wheels collection of my own, I still tried to barter for a few… more»
