Long Bed Beauty: 1986 Toyota Hilux 4×4

When it comes to blue-chip investments, old Toyota trucks are as good as gets these days. In my opinion, one of the luckiest finds right now is a clean, rust-free four-wheel-drive Toyota pickup that some older driver has been… more»

Horace Dodge’s Drop-Top: 1964 Dodge Custom 880

Most any one of us reading or writing for a website like this enjoy history to a certain extent. We all know how vintage cars and trucks become more than just a four-wheeled conveyance given how much history can… more»

Under 50K Miles: 1980 Pontiac Trans Am

When it comes to muscle cars, we tend to get most excited by a deep list of options as it relates to factory performance goodies. It seems the European models get more of a boost from the marketplace when… more»

60K Original Miles: 1976 Toyota Celica ST

The earliest Toyota Celica remains one of the more collectible Japanese cars you can buy right now. For years, this slow-but-charming sports coupe has been a favorite among collectors of vintage Asian cars but the appeal has grown more… more»

Owned 30 Years: 1983 Porsche 911 SC

To own a car for 30 years takes commitment, both to the upkeep and to acknowledging that you enjoy the driving experience so much that you find it worth investing in for decades on in. The air-cooled Porsche 911… more»

Sagging Survivor: 1990 Chevrolet Silverado K1500

This 1990 Chevrolet Silverado threw me off at first, as the mid-section appears to be sagging – usually a tell-tale sign of massive rust issues to contend with. However, it would appear my fears were not accurate, as the… more»

40K Original Miles: 1992 Ford Mustang “Summer Edition”

This 1992 Ford Mustang LX convertible is notable for a few reasons: for one thing, it has low miles, right around 40K; for another, it is in stunning shape, with no obvious flaws; and finally, it’s a rare “Summer… more»

Modified S1 Project: 1963 Lotus Elan

Sometimes, a car comes up for grabs that seems to be a well-loved example even if it appears to be somewhat neglected. This 1963 Lotus Elan S1 has been relegated to non-operational status due to medical reasons, which is… more»

Feathers Edition: 1972 Chevrolet Blazer

When it comes to old Chevrolet Blazers, finding one that is rust-free and running is usually the priority. Given how valuable these old square-bodies have become, it’s certainly become far more challenging to get into one of these for… more»

V8 Power: 1979 Jeep CJ5 Renegade

A V8-powered Jeep is becoming less of an oddball, thanks for the horsepower wars that have blown up in the truck segment over the last few years. However, in 1979, this had to have been a bit of a… more»

Two-Owner Sports Car: 1976 Lotus Elite

The Lotus Elite is one of those unloved sports cars that remains at the bottom of the totem pole as it relates to values and desirability. Blame the shape or the tepid performance, but the window of opportunity for… more»

British Barn Find: 1973 Triumph TR6

Does the allure of the barn ever become more of a turn-off when the seller doesn’t tell us much about the car’s history or condition? I go back and forth on this, as I certainly find cars in their… more»

Rare Project Pair: Barn Find Jaguar XJ6Cs

We all have that dream of cracking open a barn door and finding a vintage car or truck inside; the fantasy is even better when the vehicle in question is actually of some value to you personally or to… more»

Rare Turbo Coupe: 1987 Subaru RX

Subaru is known for building turbocharged hot rods, but that reputation is born out of recent models like the WRX and Legacy GT. However, back in the 1980s, Subaru was already out in front with offering high-performance models with… more»

Nicest One Left? 1974 Mercury Capri

The Ford Capri is a somewhat misunderstood classic from the 1970s, despite having a pedigree that seemingly makes it a desirable driver’s car. With Ford of Europe’s engineering behind it and a torquey Cologne V6 under the hood, it… more»

Forgotten Race Car: 1968 TVR Vixen

One of my favorite car brands is TVR, owing to its upstart attitude and strong affinity for sticking overly powerful engines in very light-weight chassis. The fact that this recipe continued on from its early hardscrabble days all the… more»

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