As one of the most unusual Japanese manufacturers of motorcycles, Bridgestone made some great and interesting bikes. How a tire company got into the motorcycle business is also interesting and it’s even more interesting why they got out of… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Original Owner! 1978 Moto Guzzi 850 Le Mans
As only 1 of 1,737 Series B models made for the 1978 model year, this 1978 Moto Guzzi 850 Le Mans is quite a bike. About a decade earlier, Honda fired a shot heard around the world with its… more»
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Mid-Engine Sports Car: 1986 Toyota MR2
Built from 1984 to 2007 over three generations, the MR2 was Japan’s first rear-drive, mid-engine production car. The Toyota’s name reportedly stands for “mid-ship run-about 2-seater” or “mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2-seater”. But it could be something altogether different. This third-year… more»
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Japanese Spec Superbike: 1984 Yamaha RZV500R
Made only for the Japanese market, this 1984 Yamaha RZV500R was created to pay homage to a similar motorcycle – the YZR500 – that well-known motorcycle Grand Prix racer Kenny Roberts rode to victory in the early-1980s. The seller… more»
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54k Original Miles: 1976 Ford Pinto
For all of his character flaws and inflated ego, Lee Iacocca had a history of convincing his employers to produce the right car at the right time. Following his acrimonious departure from Ford, he helped save Chrysler from drowning… more»
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Extreme 4×4: 1968 M274-A5 Military Mule
Not the stubborn kind – quite the opposite – here we have a Mechanical Mule. These were manufactured by several companies starting in 1956. Designed by Willys, the original intent was medical evacuation but their go-anywhere capabilities soon ushered… more»
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Estate Find: 1957 Chrysler 300C Convertible
Some classic cars bring with them a fascinating history, and this 1957 Chrysler 300C Convertible is no exception. It has spent decades in storage, with its current owner purchasing it to settle the original owner’s estate. They elected to… more»
At 41K Original Miles, This 1979 Camaro Z28 Is Stylin’!
Remember those pesky changes with emissions standards in the 1970’s that caused our most beloved cars to become mere shells of their former selves? It’s hard to forget, no matter how hard we try. Well, Chevrolet hit the drawing… more»
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Needs Only Minor Cosmetics! 1971 Honda Z600
In the early 1960s, Honda, by then masterful with motorcycles, decided to turn its hand to making vehicles. The first was a tiny truck that it sold only in Japan. From there, it vaulted to passenger cars, and by… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1970 Ford Torino GT
Ford introduced the Second Generation Torino in 1970, with the new model making the most of “Coke bottle” styling. It also possessed a greater physical presence than its predecessor, making it the ideal base for a muscle car. This… more»
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1 of 823: 1968 AMC Rebel SST Convertible
American Motors resurrected the Rebel name in 1967, replacing the mid-size Classic. That year it would be called the Rambler Rebel, but the Rambler prefix was dropped in 1968. The SST was the top-of-line Rebel and just 823 drop-tops… more»
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Take Your Pick: Quartet of Chevrolet Corvettes
The Chevrolet Corvette. The Great American Sports Car. What’s not to love? Except for a transitional model year in 1983, the Corvette has been in production for nearly 70 years. This fan liked them so much that he (or… more»
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Time Capsule T-Bird: 1976 Ford Thunderbird
Sometimes a seller’s choice of words in their advertising sales pitch such as “mint,” “amazing,” “stunning,” and “original” can be questioned, but that doesn’t appear to be the case here. Based on the more than 50 photos, this is… more»
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Just Out of the Barn! 1930 Plymouth Model U
Chrysler launched the Plymouth brand in 1928 as a means of competing against Chevrolet and Ford in the “low-priced” segment of the auto market. It would be Chrysler’s highest-volume seller well into the 1990s. The Model U Plymouths of… more»
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No Reserve: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
The 1962 model year marked the last for the C1 Corvette, but it was also the first where buyers found the legendary 327ci V8 under the hood. The Corvette had cemented its place in the market, setting a new… more»
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Orange Paint Survivor: 1973 GMC Canyonlands
The more we post articles about the classic GMC motorhome, the more I want one. It’s hard to find anyone who speaks ill of these front-wheel-drive motorhomes when they’re looked after, and given how many still seem to pop… more»
