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»
One Family Owned: 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
The Toyota Land Cruiser is going to be a fixture on the enthusiast landscape for some time to come. While values have teetered out a bit over the last few months, I doubt we’re going to see any drastic… more»
Project Exotic: 1988 Lotus Esprit Commemorative Edition
The chance to get into a desirable sports car for far less than the going rate is always going to raise eyebrows. If you want to snag a performance icon for a fraction of the price, you’re going to… more»
Rare Bertone Coupe: 1989 Volvo 780
When Volvo first began its collaboration with Bertone, it resulted in the goofy 262C coupe with its dramatically chopped roof and overall odd proportions. The new model caused further confusion for trying to push customers into a relationship with… more»
Sports Car Collection: BMW 2002 and Nissan 240SX Auction
There are small auctions happening all over the country on a given basis, far outside the glare of the big-ticket Mecum and Barrett-Jackson auction houses. While I wish we could sniff out all of these estate sales and local… more»
Sunshine Yellow Convertible: 1987 Chevrolet Corvette 4+3
If you could build the perfect C4 Chevrolet Corvette, what would it look like? For me, this is the car I’d configure if you could still walk into the dealership and order one. The color is called “Sunshine Yellow”… more»
The Royal Knight: 1980 Chevrolet El Camino
When it comes to naming your vehicle and adding a mural or other graphics to tell its story, the van community has long dominated this arena of automotive artistry. However, it appears a challenger has emerged with this 1980… more»