To me, one of the more entertaining aspects of finding vehicles for sale not formally sold in the U.S. is the story that accompanies such cars and trucks. Take this double-decker 1942 Leyland Titan bus for example: how did… more»
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Compact Off-Roaders: Two Suzuki Jimny Projects
Many US-based readers are familiar with the Suzuki Samurai, an extremely off-road capable (albeit underpowered) mini SUV, which was also known as the Jimny in some global markets. The original Jimny was never officially never sold in the States,… more»
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Parts Or Project? No Reserve 1935 Ford Pickup
Surrounded by long grass and other sad and neglected vehicles, this 1935 Ford Pickup is a forlorn-looking sight. However, it appears that there are people out there who see some potential in the old Ford. Whether this is as… more»
1960 Austin Healey Bug Eye Sprite Exclusive!
Reader Jennifer O doesn’t have much to say about this Bug Eye Sprite, but then again there isn’t a ton to say about such a simple sports car. These cars are about as basic as it gets, but Jennifer… more»
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Trophy Winner: 1940 Plymouth Business Coupe
Have you ever looked at a classic car that has been hidden away, and all you want to do is roll it out into the light of day and give it a wash? Well, that’s the feeling that I… more»
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Rare Air: 1955 Cadillac Series 62
1955 Cadillacs were made famous by a young man from Tupelo, Mississippi… specifically, a pink one. Well, actually, two of them – the first one was apparently destroyed in an auto accident while traveling between gigs. This one does… more»
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Ready For Finishing: 1974 De Tomaso Pantera
This project-grade De Tomaso Pantera may be the same car we featured in June of last year, as the chances of two primered Panteras running around the Northeast seems unlikely. The years actually don’t match up, as the car… more»
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Stalled Project: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
With values spiraling ever upwards, the 1964 Corvette Sting Ray is a car that not only provides the promise of some pretty enjoyable and rewarding motoring but a car that represents a great long-term investment. This ’64 model will… more»
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California Yard Clean-Out: 1983 Mazda RX-7
While certainly excellent budget sports cars, the first generation Mazda RX-7 seems to be a perpetually cheap vehicle, even in running/driving form. This example is far from that, and is apparently part of a larger collection clean-out based on… more»
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In The Dark For 31 Years: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
The thought of a classic car not seeing daylight for 31-years is a pretty sad idea, but that’s been part of the story for this 1955 Bel Air. The current owner purchased it as a project, but the project… more»
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Stored 35 Years! 1980 Triumph Spitfire
I can’t imagine owning a car for 35 years that remained perpetually on the brink of being completed. This 1980 Triumph Spitfire appears to be just such a car, parked in a storage unit in 1984 and not turned… more»
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New Parts Included: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
The owner of this 1968 Camaro believes that it may have started life as a Camaro SS, but he says that he has no way of confirming this. The car looks a little sad, but it looks like it… more»
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Forest Service Survivor: 1952 Ford F2
There is something cool about old work trucks. They might not be as flashy or as fast as a muscle car or an exotic, but that isn’t the point of a classic truck. Unlike a speciality vehicle, people didn’t… more»
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Two-for-One Deal! C2 and C3 Corvette Project Pair
Idled 40 years ago, this 1964 Chevrolet Corvette needs a new owner to get it back in the wind. Decode the stream-of-consciousness listing here on craigslist.org and one possible interpretation is that this ’64 retains its original 365 HP… more»
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Wrecked by the Wife: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette
It’s bad enough having a project car staring you in the face, asking for your attention every day. I can only imagine what it’s like knowing your pride and joy was wrecked by your significant other and now sits… more»
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Reserve-Free S30: 1974 Datsun 260Z Project
Project cars are always a gamble, but when it comes to a desirable chassis like Datsun’s S30 Z, it often represents the easiest entryway for those with budget constraints to secure one. Though it is in very rough shape,… more»
