Sports Cars

Original 454: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette

If this 1970 Chevrolet Corvette is an accurate guide, the supply of desirable classics waiting to emerge from barns and sheds has far from dried up. This survivor recently returned to active service after four decades in storage and… more»

Jubilee Project: 1988 Porsche 911 Commemorative Edition

Now, not too long ago, I questioned some of the ridiculous values that Porsche 911s in basketcase condition have been given by sellers who are clearly counting on cashing in. However, today’s project-grade 911 deserves the price the seller… more»

Perennial Project Car: 1973 Citroën SM

Is the Citroen SM ever not a project car? Even when in peak running condition, these French exotics require a fair amount of upkeep and even more owner loyalty to keep running reliably. However, we still see so many… more»

Flood Ravaged: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition

There are few sights sadder than seeing someone’s beloved classic that has fallen victim to the worst that Mother Nature can throw at it. Such has been the fate of this 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition that found itself… more»

Mint Condition: 1950 Crosley Hot Shot

Claiming that there are “none nicer” than a classic you have listed for sale is a bold strategy, but it is the one chosen by the current owner of this 1950 Crosley Hot Shot. However, scrutinizing the supplied photos… more»

What’s Wrong With It? 1984 Alfa Romeo Spider

OK, we’ve reviewed cars from “Just Donated” before, and it’s often evident why they’ve been donated. As a matter of fact, some that I have covered have looked like they need to be undonated. But that’s not the case… more»

BF Exclusive: 1962 Triumph TR3A

Triumph built some great sports cars during its nearly 100 years of operation. The TR3 might be one of the brand’s most iconic and influential cars that they ever produced. They were tough, simple, fun to drive, and offered… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1998 BMW Z3 2.8

After owning a couple Porsche Boxsters, we thought we would give another iconic modern roadster, the BMW Z3, a try. If the Boxster is underrated, the Z3 is a wildly underappreciated gem. It offers excellent performance and fun handling,… more»

What’s It Worth? 1984 Porsche 911 Targa

There’s a veneer around Porsches that suggests that are elusive, or otherwise difficult to find – so, if you want one, you’ll need to accept the fact that today’s entry point into air-cooled ownership is likely via a project… more»

Running $5,500 Project: 1972 Porsche 914

A few days ago, we showed you a Porsche 914 that had been given the royal treatment to ostensibly yield one of the best examples on the market of Porsche’s mid-engined, entry-level model. Today, we have the opposite end… more»

Fresh From Storage: 1987 BMW 635CSi

This E24-chassis BMW 6-Series lives in that unique space of looking good enough to be a driver right now while also likely exhibiting some of the classic signs of benign neglect. It hasn’t been righteously abused, but it also… more»

Two-Owner Survivor: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

While some buyers assess the investment potential before spending their cash on a classic, others focus more on the ownership experience than any future financial windfall. This 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe offers the best of both worlds. It has… more»

Parked for 10 Years: 1974 BMW 3.0CS

Can you imagine driving home your dream project car only to park it and never turn a wrench on it for a decade or more? That seems to be the case with this 1974 BMW 3.0CS, one of the… more»

Preserved PCH Driver: 1967 Porsche 912

There’s a price that many enthusiasts are willing to pay for originality that transcends logic. In the case of the Porsche 912, this is a model that was at one time the cheapest air-cooled model you could buy, with… more»

15k Mile 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Silver Anniversary

Chevrolet’s C3 Corvette was becoming pretty long in the tooth by 1978, but this barely slowed sales. Buyers were willing to forgive the badge’s lost performance as they sought to own what has become America’s most iconic sports car…. more»

Long Term Ownership: 1990 Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo

As the 280Z advanced to the 280ZX and then the 300ZX, the car’s appeal shifted. The 280Z retained a sporting demeanor, but by the time the luxuriously-appointed 280ZX arrived, a new buyer had emerged – one looking for a… more»

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