A modern day Land Rover isn’t exactly the on everyone’s mind as a collector’s item, but when Range Rover builds a special edition, it’s usually worth paying attention to. I don’t mean the legions of cosmetic special editions that… more»
Jul 29, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
5-Speed Pagoda: 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL
The seller of this Mercedes-Benz W113 “Pagoda” has experienced some challenges lately that are forcing the sale of this partially restored example, which is notable for being a rare 5-speed manual example. An unfortunate barn fire has shifted priorities… more»
Jul 29, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Police Package: 1993 Chevrolet Caprice 9C1
The Chevrolet Caprice is known for many things: long-lived, comfortable, and available with Corvette-grade power in later years. But it was also a staple of the American landscape, used for livery and police services for years. It seems that… more»
Jul 29, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
One Owner, No Reserve: 1990 Volvo 240
The Volvo 240 is what you see in the dictionary when looking up the meaning of the word “venerable.” It is the epitome of a classic European sedan that will never excite you but will still put a smile… more»
Jul 29, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Factory Fuel Injection: 1973 Porsche 914 2.0
One of the few Porsches left that hasn’t become an absolute rocketship value-wise is the mid-engined 914. Of course, there are obvious reasons for that, stemming from the fact that this has always been considered an entry level model, and its… more»
Jul 28, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
SSP Project: 1986 Ford Mustang LX
One of my favorite muscle cars is the Special Service Package, or SSP, Fox body Mustangs. This just seems like a car from a different era that wasn’t all that long ago but is still a time we won’t… more»
Jul 27, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Storage Find Smorgasbord: BMW Isetta, Pontiac Catalina, and More!
One of my favorite listing “types” is a mish-mash of cars offered for sale by a guy who is likely similar to many of us: a variety of vehicular interests, all colliding together in a cinder block garage. The… more»
Jul 26, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
22K Original Miles: 1994 Dodge Viper RT/10
Is the first generation Dodge Viper RT/10 one of the best deals on the collector car market right now? It sure seems like it, and given you can live with the roughshod construction and outrageous performance, the Viper is… more»
Jul 26, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
No Reserve Renegade: 1991 Jeep Wrangler
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»
Jul 25, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
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»
Jul 24, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
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»
Jul 21, 2024 • For Sale • 32 Comments
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»
Jul 20, 2024 • For Sale • 31 Comments
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»
Jul 19, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
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»
Jul 19, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
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»
Jul 17, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
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»
