The YJ-era of the Jeep Wrangler, known for its square headlights and durable inline-six powerplant, has emerged as one of the more popular eras to own and collect. The Islander edition stands out as perhaps the most collectible of… more»
Grandma’s Survivor: 1994 Chevrolet Lumina
You may have better luck finding a Lamborghini Countach for sale than discovering a minty Chevrolet Lumina sedan. The reason is simple: most people ditched the Lumina when it got too costly to maintain, whereas someone who owns a… more»
Hard Body Driver: 1994 Nissan Pickup XE
While it may seem like the hardest vehicle to find is a vintage Italian sports car or some thundering American drag racer, it’s actually the vehicles long considered “throwaway,” or disposable, that take the most amount of time to… more»
Engine Out Service Done: 1994 Ferrari 348 GTS
When it comes to shopping used Ferraris, one of the most important details is the degree of maintenance the car has enjoyed under existing or at least recent ownership. The cost of owning any vintage Italian sports car goes… more»
Cheap Supercar: 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4
The Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4 hails from an era when Japan was cranking out some of the best sports cars of the era, from the Toyota Supra to the Mazda RX-7. Those cars have all enjoyed fairly explosive increases in… more»
Inka Orange Estate Find: 1973 BMW 2002 Tii
Normally, I recoil a bit with listings where the opening bid seems high, but this 1973 BMW 2002 Tii seems like it’s worthy of a generous starting point. The 2002 has a lot going for it, from its color… more»
V8 Swapped: 1986 TVR 280i
Typically, modified cars don’t get a ton of love from enthusiasts when it comes to classics. We want to see vintage cars in a preserved state, as they were delivered from the dealership. Well, every now and again, you… more»
Rare Big Valve Project: 1971 Lotus Elan +2 S130
When you think of a Lotus Elan, it’s natural to picture an evocative two-seater roadster. After all, this is the nameplate that made Lotus a household name for car enthusiasts everywhere. However, the little-know Elan +2 is an alternative… more»
Whale Tail Turbo: 1976 Porsche 930
The original turbocharged Porsche 911 was a ferocious beast of a performance car when introduced, and today, it remains one of the more collectible air-cooled models you can buy. That said, it actually looks somewhat affordable when you compare… more»
Short Bed Z71: 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
I’m sure many of you look at this 1997 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and think, “Hey, I remember when you could buy one of those off the lot.” This can sometimes diminish our appreciation for a vehicle if we were… more»
Restore or Restomod? 1982 Porsche 911 SC Targa
When you have the perspective of knowing a project car without an engine or transmission at one time, sold for peanuts, it can be hard to rationalize how expensive the same car now costs. Inflation, and all that. This… more»
No Reserve 4×4 Project: 1979 Dodge Ramcharger SE
One of the more disappointing trends to occur over the last several years is the reincarnation of an iconic brand name only to find out the modern-day replacement is nothing like the original. The Ford Bronco is one that… more»
Nicest One Left? 1997 Jaguar XJ6 L
There are some great cars on the market today that can be had for a song. Among them are the R129-series Mercedes-Benz SL roadsters, which are some of the prettiest convertibles ever made that can be purchased for less… more»
Step Nose Project: 1967 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GT Veloce
When it comes to assessing whether a car is a one-of-one or a one-of-10 due to its mix of features, the American car crowds are usually the best equipped to combine equipment data with production figures to determine rarity…. more»
$40K Project Exotic: 2004 Ferrari 360
As you all likely know, there’s a plethora of YouTube “celebrities” who routinely take cars from salvage lots like Copart and bring them back to life. Or, at least, attempt to. The more exotic the car is, the better,… more»
















