We often think of captive imports as being car-related, but this 1959 Mitsubishi Silver Pigeon was sold as a Riverside under the Montgomery Ward juggernaut, back when there was a pre-Amazon-bricks-and-mortar juggernaut store. This nice example of a rare… more»
Motorcycles
Dec 18, 2018 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Barn Fire Charred Chappy: 1975 Yamaha Chappy
This is more of a burned barn find, but it looks like a relatively easy restoration for those of you who are into small motorized bikes/scooters/motorcycles as much as I am. This little oddball is a scorched 1975 Yamaha… more»
Dec 9, 2018 • For Sale • 20 Comments
The Last Oil Tanker: 1970 BSA A65 Lightning
1970 would be BSA’s last year of this model with a separate oil tank. That may sound strange, but in 1971 they went with an oil-filled frame. No, really. This 1970 BSA A65 Lightning is the last of a… more»
Nov 28, 2018 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Sturgis or Bust: 1960s Valmobile Scooter
If showing up to Sturgis on yet another black Harley-Davidson with the exhaust baffles removed ensures that you’ll be lost in a sea of similar bikes, look no further than this 1960s Valmobile portable scooter! This unusual and rare… more»
Nov 23, 2018 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Radwood Ready: 1985 Honda Interceptor VF1000R
If you don’t already know, Radwood is a traveling car show that has become a major attraction for fans of 80s and 90s enthusiast vehicles. From big-body Benzes to period tuner cars, the scene is augmented by period-correct colors… more»
Nov 20, 2018 • For Sale • 50 Comments
Holy Grail: 1948 Vincent Rapide Series B
There are holy grail motorcycles and there are Holy Grail motorcycles. This 1948 Vincent Rapide is a Holy Grail motorcycle and then some. This beautiful beast of a Brit bike can be found here on Craigslist in South Strafford, Vermont… more»
Nov 18, 2018 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Small Barn Find: 1946 Hiawatha Doodle Bug
I know that a few of you have to remember the classic old variety stores such as Ben Franklin, Woolworth’s, and Gambles? This classic 1946 Hiawatha Doodle Bug would have been sold by Gambles stores. This rare little barn… more»
Nov 14, 2018 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Never Un-Crated: 1981 Honda CBX-B
Amazingly, this isn’t the first motorcycle we’ve featured that was discovered new in its crate. This 1981 Honda CBX-B appears to be a dealer delivery that was never un-crated, rendering it a brand-new, never titled road bike that’s now… more»
Nov 2, 2018 • For Sale • 17 Comments
3 For 1: Touring Motorcycle Trio
While the seller titled this auction as being for only a 1986 Honda Gold Wing, it actually includes three motorcycles; there’s also a 1978 Gold Wing and a 1983 Yamaha Venture included. All three bikes are listed for sale here… more»
Oct 18, 2018 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Outstanding Handling: 1985 Honda VF500F
At first, this dusty and forgotten motorcycle may not get your heart pumping. But do some light reading and it becomes clear the VF500F from Honda, otherwise known as the Interceptor, was quite a bike. Consider the lofty 12,000… more»
Oct 16, 2018 • For Sale • 43 Comments
Motor Still Turns: 1967 Honda Dream
The Honda Dream was among the freshmen class of Japanese motorcycles that began arriving in the U.S. as part of the company’s first large-scale exportation efforts. While not hugely valuable today, they are recognized as a great entry point… more»
Oct 13, 2018 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Matching Numbers Road Bike: 1974 BMW R90/6
This awesome 1974 BMW R90/6 has been with the original owner since new and in storage since 1987. The seller is listing on behalf of that owner, and there’s a lot here to like. Frankly, it looks like the… more»
Oct 9, 2018 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Monster Mini: El Burro Sand ‘N Sno Bike
Here’s a genre I wish would come back: mini-scooters with huge tires that are actually off-road capable. This 1971 El Burro Sand ‘N Sno Bike (what a great, great name) was built for road use and also designed for… more»
Sep 30, 2018 • For Sale • 14 Comments
$700 for the Pair! Honda Gold Wing Package
The modern Honda Gold Wing is your bread-and-butter touring bike, made popular by long-distance riders all over the world. While BMW’s K-bikes are a close competitor, you’ll find loyalists in both camps who won’t switch brands for anything. This… more»
Aug 4, 2018 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Vintage V-Power: 1948 Harley Davidson Panhead
For some of us in northern climates, the motorcycle season is winding down too quickly. However, this 1948 Harley Davidson is ready to roll and take you through the end of the summer and into the fall. Found here… more»
Jul 30, 2018 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Pre-War Post-War Project: 1950 BMW R35
BMW has had an interesting history, to say the least. And when you throw a couple of world wars in the mix it gets really interesting. This 1950 BMW R35 is listed on eBay in Watkinsville, Georgia. Nobody has… more»
