Another day, another Peerless. This is the latest Peerless GT to be aroused from its slumber, and it is far more complete than the ’58 model just featured. Although it’s been awaiting restoration for 30 years, number 145 out… more»
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Field Find: 1958 Peerless GT
It seems that despite its low survival rate, the remaining Peerless GT coupes pop up quite frequently. An early example has appeared for sale, and it is quite a project. Believed to have been manufactured halfway through the first phase… more»
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Back Seat Driver: 1970 Lotus Elan +2 S
While a Miata may be the logical choice as a daily driver, the idea of owning its spiritual predecessor with two additional seats in the back is far more appealing to us. The Lotus Elan is the car many… more»
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Mom’s E9: 1974 BMW 3.0 CS
BMW E9 series coupes are normally considered prized possessions, but that fact didn’t stop one retired nurse from leaving her’s in the garage like yesterday’s newspapers. After retiring in 1997, she drove this 1974 BMW 3.0CS into the garage… more»
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Contortionist Coupe: 1970 Lotus Europa S2
Lotus founder Colin Chapman said, “Simplify, then add lightness.” The Lotus Europa epitomized that sentiment, weighing no more than 1,570 lbs. across the entire production run. Models ranged from affordable sports coupes to highly-tuned competition models, but every trim… more»
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Riverbed Roadster: 1967 Amphicar 770
The Amphicar was the answer to a question nobody asked. Even though it couldn’t do either task very well, it could traverse both land and water with ease. They are collector’s items today, especially if you can find one… more»
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First Of A Few: 1951 Healey Abbott
Before Austin-Healey, there was the Donald Healey Motor Company. The Healey Abbott was one of the fastest cars in its day, with a tuned twin-cam motor capable of speeds over 100 m.p.h. The example featured here has the added… more»
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Uncle Olaf’s Hot Rod: 1967 Volvo P1800 S
Sometimes, a non-original classic rubs us the right way. A modified Volvo P1800 might not be the first model that comes to mind, but we’ve seen worse. The ’67 P1800S featured on eBay has lead an interesting life, and… more»
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Wealthy Wood: 1947 Chrysler Town & Country
The Chrysler Town & Country is a captivating car which stirs up imagery of well-heeled owners navigating mountain roads with custom luggage affixed to the wooden roof rack. Today, they are prized collectors items no matter which body style,… more»
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Languishing Lancia: 1964 Lancia Flaminia
Lancia made a name for itself by producing elegant cars which featured unique engineering with an Italian flare. Unfortunately, unloved examples tend to rust badly. According to the seller of this 1964 Lancia Flaminia coupe, the ugly is only… more»
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Good Year: 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2
The Carrera 3.2 was the last iteration of the classic 911 and many consider it to be the best of the series. Featuring a host of upgrades over previous generations, the ’84-’89 models featured a rust-resistant galvanized body, comfortable interior,… more»
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Ultimate Driving Machine: 1968 BMW 2002
The BMW 2002 was one of the world’s first driver’s cars, and a revelation on U.S. soil. It blended affordability and efficiency with a sporting personality, as noted by many automotive editors who praised the car’s handling and acceleration…. more»
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Best of the Worst: 1977 Ford Pinto Country Squire
The U.S. has always desired to compete with overseas’ automakers small cars, but hasn’t always been successful. Enter the Ford Pinto, a car that today is more synonymous with flammable construction than being a Beetle beater. The 1977 model… more»
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Minty Mav: 1973 Ford Maverick
How some cars that were utterly average in their day, survive unscathed for decades is a head-scratcher. Take the Ford Maverick, a 70s-era import fighter designed to compete with the likes of the Volkswagen Beetle. Although most economy cars… more»
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Bogus Bizzarrini: 1967 Lamborghini 400GT
What would you do if you heard about a 1967 Lamborghini 400GT that was destroyed by fire? Most of us would do nothing, but a certain former Army helicopter mechanic saw an opportunity. In what can only be described… more»
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Back Lot Special: 1967 Lancia Fulvia Zagato
It is not everyday that you run across a 1967 Lancia Fulvia Zagato sitting at your local used car dealer. Especially one in Michigan offering “financing for all”. It may not be the best source for a classic Italian sports… more»
