This first-generation Isuzu Trooper radiates a tough, boxy look that has sent so many SUVs into the stratosphere in terms of price. But it’s a product of the 1980s, so it still wallows in the “used car” category, nowhere… more»
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Sprint Engine Swap: 1971 Triumph 1500
While this car is advertised as a Triumph Dolomite, it was built using a completely different car – the economy-minded, front-wheel drive 1500. The body cues are similar, but the Dolomite was a rear-wheel drive dynamo, especially the “Sprint”… more»
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Field Find: 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Roadster
This Sunbeam Alpine Series II is defying its original intent, growing into the ground rather than sailing over the roads. Those tires couldn’t be much flatter. If you’re in the mood to rescue a British roadster, find this Alpine… more»
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Sporty Project: 1959 Austin Healey 100-6 BN6
Austin-Healey introduced the 100-6 in 1956, delivering several refinements over its predecessor, the four-cylinder 100. Fitted with BMC’s new C-series six-cylinder engine and sitting on an upgraded chassis, the 100-6 came in two variants: the BN4 four-seater made from… more»
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Hot Rod Prospect? 1937 Dodge Pickup
Hailing from Alvin, Texas, is this 1937 Dodge pickup, listed here on facebook Marketplace, priced at $4800 firm, to be paid in person only. It’s a project with an engine swap already completed, and there is no title. Dodge’s… more»
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Rare Mopar: 1964 Chrysler 300K Convertible
Lounging in this Westmont, Illinois garage is a rare 1964 Chrysler 300K convertible. It’s a project car with most of its original parts, and it’s been for sale for a few years now, according to the listing on facebook… more»
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Vintage Racer: 1957 Victress C2 Coupe
Hard on the heels of the LaDawri Daytona project car covered a few days ago, we have this much spiffier 1957 Victress C2 coupe, beautifully and correctly prepped as a vintage racer. It is available here on craigslist for… more»
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Rare Combo: 1967 Mercury Comet Caliente Convertible
The introduction of the Caliente in 1964 added spice to Ford’s otherwise tame compact-car line-up. The Caliente was a top trim level of the Comet, a model born in the maelstrom of economy vs power, size vs price. As… more»
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Vintage Pair: 1960 Chrysler and 1958 Aljo Camper
The appearance of this 1960 Chrysler sedan, paired with a vintage Aljo camper, gives us an opportunity to consider the waning days of Virgil Exner’s influence. While he didn’t leave the company until 1964, his emphasis on baroque fins… more»
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Wedge-tastic: 1985 TVR 280i
Rarely seen in the US anymore, the TVR 280i was produced from 1980 to 1987. It’s a member of the TVR “Wedge” series, which ran to 1991 and comprised several models, mostly distinguished by engine size. Only about 1167… more»
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Rare Fiberglass: 1960 LaDawri Daytona
Leslie Dawes founded a fiberglass manufacturing company in British Columbia, Canada, in 1956, making golf carts. He was only 24 years old. As a sideline, he built a sports car that he’d sketched as a teenager. The result –… more»
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1977 AMC Hornet Sportabout
Compact wagons were prolific in the 1970s – a happy circumstance back then, and a body style we miss now. The Sportabout competed with the VW Squareback, as well as entries from Toyota, Peugeot, Mazda, and Volvo. Most of… more»
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Thousands Spent: 1980 Plymouth Arrow
Captive imports first arrived in the 1950s when Ford and GM brought the Anglia and the Opel, respectively, to the US. But the trend really gained traction in the 1970s when US makers needed a fast response to the… more»
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Trippy Mopar! 1972 Starcraft Star Cruiser
Given the prices of new RVs these days, shopping used listings makes sense. And if you want to stand out, reach for a vintage vehicle. This ready-to-roll 1972 Starcraft Star Cruiser is offered here on facebook Marketplace, for $18,000…. more»
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Wingtastic! Pelican Paddle Boat for Two
Here’s a fowl offering on facebook Marketplace: the seller has owned this pelican paddler for ten years, but is willing to part with it for $2500. The pelican formerly nested at the Julia Davis Park in Boise, Idaho; it… more»
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MicroRacer: Late 1950s Berkeley Barn Find
Ok I’m kidding about the “racer” part. While several brave souls raced Berkeley cars, including Pat Moss (1958 Liège-Brescia-Liège Rally), mostly Berks preferred to throw their chains, overheat, slam their pistons around or simply refuse to ascend the Alps… more»
