This 1979 MGB roadster is advertised with a claim of only 13,000 original miles and three owners. It is available here on craigslist for $19,750, located in the Boston, Massachusetts area. Mitchell G found this gem for us –… more»
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El Camino Casino: Which One Would You Take?
Just when I was thinking, gee, it’s been a long time since I reviewed an El Camino, in fact, maybe I never have…. two popped up! On the right is a 1977 with a new engine, and on the… more»
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Capable Crossover: 1997 Toyota RAV4 4×4
The inexorable march from small to large has afflicted nearly every vehicle I have ever owned or wanted to own, but most particularly this little gem: the Toyota RAV4. Introduced in 1994 and making its way to our shores… more»
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Scorched But Still Spendy: 1934 Hispano Suiza J12 Vanvooren Cabriolet
Have you ever experienced a disaster with a car you just finished restoring? I managed to wreck part of my first lacquer paint job (Dove Grey) on an MGA I was restoring, by pumping gas into the trunk: I… more»
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Low Mileage Survivor: 1978 Chrysler LeBaron
Straight from the Malaise Era, decked in period-perfect cream and brown hues, we have this 1978 Chrysler LeBaron sedan, a proverbial “driven only on Sundays,” low mileage example. It is advertised here on craigslist for $5400, with a trade… more»
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Best of the Flock: 1987 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
The ninth generation Thunderbird marked a departure from its flailing predecessor. Not only was the car shortened and restyled to emphasize aerodynamics, but its purpose also shifted from providing luxury trappings to engaging the driver – the better to… more»
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Original Paint! 1971 Datsun 240Z
Is original paint worth a premium price? This 1971 Datsun 240z listed here on eBay is notable for its known history and Monte Carlo Red paint that’s said to be original, eliciting a description of the car as a… more»
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Untouched for Fifty Years:1946 Ford Woody Wagon
Ford’s wagon aspirations began in 1929 with its first mass-produced “station wagon”, originally sold as a commercial vehicle. Its usefulness as a people-mover catapulted the woody to new heights over time, until it became the top-shelf model in many… more»
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No Reserve, Flood Victim! 1941 Plymouth P12 Special De Luxe Convertible
Have you ever owned a car that survived a flood? This former beauty queen was whiling away the hours in a Florida collection, when hurricane Milton inundated the entire premises. The current seller bought the car with a salvage… more»
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Parked Thirty Years: 1978 Datsun 280Z Coupe
What’s your favorite Z-car? Do you like early 240s? The cushy 280ZX? Or is the very most modern Z Performance more up your alley? Every car has its fans, and it looks like this 1978 Datsun 280Z coupe here… more»
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Aftermarket Convertible Conversion! 1961 DKW F11 Roadster
“A riddle inside an enigma”, to paraphrase Winston Churchill, describes this obscure but charming automobile, further distinguished by an aftermarket roadster conversion. DKW was still trying to sell two-stroke motor’d sedans in 1965, long past the technology’s “sell by”… more»
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Update: 1978 Lancia Beta 1800 Coupé
UPDATE – This 1978 Lancia Beta coupé has arrived on the scene again, looking for a new owner just about a year after it was last sold. We featured it in January of 2024. The current owner has listed… more»
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Stunning Restoration: 1940 Buick Eight Two-Door
Sorry, I had to dip into the ’40s again. You’d think these vehicles would attract value-seekers at some point, despite the less-than-sporty driving experience. This 1940 Buick Eight two-door is offered here on eBay for $14,500; it comes out… more»
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Mild Rod: 1970 Volkswagen Squareback
Who among us has owned a VW Squareback? Mine was an orange ’72 with a strong engine, rot in the heater vents, and one of the least precise gearshifts ever. I loved that car, but my secretary’s son loved… more»
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Cheeky Italian: 1969 Fiat 850 Sedan
Fiat sparked a revolution in car-ownership with its first mass-produced post-war car, the 600. Launched in 1955, it was tiny, stylish, underpowered – and better at sheltering its inhabitants than a motorcycle. Its cheap price, charming looks, and handy… more»
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Two-Owner 1978 Ford F150 Ranger
The F-series is America’s best-selling vehicle, with a history stretching back to 1948. This 1978 F150, for sale here on eBay at $19,900 or best offer, hails from the sixth generation launched in 1973, just after the oil crisis…. more»
