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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

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»

Marvelous Mopar: 1941 Chrysler Windsor Convertible

The 1940s Chrysler product portfolio offered a near-perfect aspirational ladder for would-be buyers, from the Royal to the Imperial – all aptly named. The Windsor was introduced in 1939, a top-level trim option sitting above the Royal in its… more»

Cheap Classic: 1960 Rambler American

Want to launch into a fabulous hobby – one that will engage every sense, improve your skillset, and lead to meeting interesting people? Here’s a cheap ticket to the vintage car obsession that afflicts so many of us here… more»

Rare Bird? 1978 Jeep CJ-7 Golden Eagle

The civilization of the military Jeep really began with the CJ5, launched in 1955. Before that, the CJ2 and 3 were only a heartbeat above their military brethren. But the CJ5 provided buyers with a slightly more compliant suspension,… more»

Rare Hatchback: 1971 BMW 2000 Touring Tii

BMW’s 2002 set the benchmark for practical performance vehicles. Introduced in 1968, the car sat on a shortened “Neue Klasse” chassis,  which itself sat between BMW’s small cars including the 600/700 compacts, and the luxe “Baroque Angels.” The 2002… more»

Well-Preserved! 1972 Jeep Commando 4×4

This Jeep Commando has a 32-year history on and off with its current owner, who has kept it in stunning almost-faithful-to-original condition. It is for sale here on craigslist for $25,900, and it’s set up with a towbar in… more»

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