One of the most overlooked genres of classics is old Japanese commuter cars. Granted, parts aren’t plentiful, nor are decent examples often readily available for sale. Well, this 1978 Honda CVCC station wagon is a decent example, for sure…. more»
Micro Cars
Apr 5, 2019 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Micro Project: 1970 Subaru 360 Deluxe
Like a lot of microcars and other unusual vehicles, a car like this 1970 Subaru 360 Deluxe doesn’t usually go over real well in the hallowed halls of Barn Finds where it’s more about American muscle cars and trucks,… more»
Apr 1, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Diesel Swap: 1980 Austin Mini
On a global scale, the Mini and its many variations are one of the more iconic compact vehicles of all time, though safety standards barred the Mini from the United States after 1968. However, since the cute hatchback is… more»
Mar 28, 2019 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Sacré-Bleu! Survivor 1980 Citroën 2CV
This 1980 Citroën 2CV was found in a basement in Europe, having been kept and maintained since new by its original owner. Its current owner purchased it from that individual in 2006 and legally imported it to the United… more»
Mar 22, 2019 • For Sale • 40 Comments
Goes Like Hell: 1986 Dodge Omni GLH Turbo
Update – This GLH has been relisted, now with a $3,500 BIN. You can find it here on eBay. Though virtually unheard-of in America today, practical front-wheel-drive hatchbacks appealed to many U.S. buyers during the 1980s. Some manufacturers offered… more»
Mar 14, 2019 • For Sale • 6 Comments
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»
Mar 12, 2019 • For Sale • 23 Comments
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina Trasformabile Project
Yes, that’s the correct spelling of this 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina Trasformabile. I never studied any Italian words or phrases before going there 2.5 decades ago and I had to look it up to make sure, it would have come… more»
Mar 7, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Teeny Tiny Mini: 1974 Austin Mini Shorty
A Mini mini? Shorty Mini? Short Stuff Mini Shorty? This one is a head-scratcher but it looks like a fun little car to drive around a car show if you can fit in it – or a pit car… more»
Mar 6, 2019 • For Sale • 11 Comments
French Micro Car: 1968 Velocar Veloto
If you are on the lookout for something a bit different and quirky in the way of a classic car, then you should probably look no further than this 1968 Veloto. It definitely fulfills those criteria, and I doubt… more»
Mar 5, 2019 • For Sale • 53 Comments
Buy One Get One Free: Two 1987 Yugo GV Projects
Recently, it seems like Facebook Marketplace has become a more popular place to find good deals on vehicles and parts. However, the platform often leads to uninformed inquiries from buyers and also sellers with overly ambitious expectations. The latter… more»
Mar 5, 2019 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Italian Import: 1987 Fiat Ritmo 130TC Abarth
Last week, I wrote about a 1988 Nissan Sunny GTI, a fun little hatchback that was never imported into the United States. Much like the Sunny, this 1987 Fiat Ritmo 130TC Abarth wasn’t available in the States as a… more»
Mar 4, 2019 • For Sale • 7 Comments
26k Genuine Miles: 1960 NSU Sport Prinz
Designed by the famed Bertone Studios and released in 1958, the Sport Prinz was an attempt by NSU to inject some sporting excitement into its range. It offered improvements in performance over its 2-door sedan cousin, and during its… more»
Mar 4, 2019 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Legroom Notwithstanding: 1991 Geo Metro LSi
Tiny: check. Convertible: check. 3-cylinders: check. Inexpensive: check. Automatic: screech.. dang. Well, 4 out of 5 ain’t bad. This 1991 Geo Metro convertible isn’t perfect but for $3,000 or offer it would be a fun little car, if a… more»
Feb 26, 2019 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Barn Find Roadster: 1965 Honda S600
These are such tailored little cars for being Honda’s first mass-marketed car. This 1965 Honda S600 convertible can be found here on eBay in St. Charles, Missouri. There are a few bids bringing the price to over $5,000 but… more»
Feb 19, 2019 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Is This 1954 King Midget a Pocket Rocket?
I will never forget the first time that I saw a King Midget. My first thought was that it was something that had fallen off a carousel, but I’ve since grown to like and respect these little cars. Built… more»
Feb 12, 2019 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Conversation Starter: 18k Mile 1987 Yugo GV
Okay, so, there have been more than a few Yugo featured on here over the years, however, this one caught our eyes when the seller bravely combined the words “Yugo” and “…runs and drives good…” in the same sentence,… more»
