This is a new one on me: a fiberglass kit car – in pieces – for an Aston Martin DB5. When you come across a replica of a sought-after sports or classic car that you don’t see every day,… more»
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No Reserve: 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit GTI
When Volkswagen commenced development of its replacement for the venerable Beetle, it adopted a new engineering philosophy. No longer were the oily and noisy bits located at the rear; the latest offering featured a front-engine, front-wheel-drive mechanical layout. It… more»
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Dual-Quad Project: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
There’s something about a first-generation Corvette wearing decades of faded paint and fresh gray primer that gets a project builder’s pulpit beating, and this 1957 Chevrolet Corvette listed here on eBay is exactly that kind of temptation. Located in… more»
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Original L82: 1979 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is a survivor with a known ownership history. The first owner’s decision to order this classic with the optional L82 version of Chevrolet’s small-block V8 provides a welcome performance boost. Its exterior presents nicely, but… more»
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Italian GT: 1972 Lancia Fulvia Sport Zagato
Lancia’s long relationship with Zagato began in the 1920s, documented by the coachbuilder’s work on the Lambda. But it was the postwar period that brought the most abundant set of models to market, built around the Appia, the Flaminia,… more»
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40k-Mile Time Capsule: 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Automobiles falling into the Time Capsule category are fascinating. The curious cat in me wants to know the how and why and the full story. Sure, some survivors are luxury Lincolns or Caddys purchased by a “mature” driver 50-60… more»
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Supercar In Miniature: 1976 Chevrolet Cosworth Vega
Some people buy one cool car in life, sell it too soon, and talk about it forever. Such was the case with a friend of mine and his mid-1970s Cosworth Vega, like the one shown here on ebay. If… more»
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GM Crate Engine: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
Classics from favorable climates are always attractive to buyers seeking something special to park in their garage. Rust typically isn’t a problem, but the same climate that preserves the steel often destroys the trim. This 1972 Chevrolet Corvette hasn’t… more»
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Ex-Ozzie Guillen: 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300CE AMG
In my personal life, I’m a big fan of Mercedes-Benz products from the 1980s and 90s. For me, these were world-class products, known for impressive reliability and outstanding highway manners. They can also be impressive as modified specimens, with… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1990 Porsche 911 Carrera 4
In my life, I have seen many significant cars be cheap one day, and expensive the next. This is what drove me to buy a 1990 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 a few years back. After watching these cars languish… more»
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42K Original Miles: 1981 Porsche 924
It’s rare that we see a Porsche 924 appear for sale in preserved condition. Often times, they have been on the downward slope of low-effort maintenance by owners who simply wanted a Porsche for too many years. With values… more»
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Sub-$20K Supercar: 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
Sometimes, there is a tell-tale sign that a car is simply not going to over-perform in the coming years as it relates to value. The C4 chassis Chevrolet Corvette has long been a bargain, but sadly, far too many… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1994 Mazda Miata Special Edition
They say the best cars are the ones that were truly loved. This Classic Red 1994 Mazda Miata has had exactly two owners over its 32 years, and the second one, affectionately known as “Ro”, drove it everywhere and… more»
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53k Original Miles: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette 454/4-Speed
When Chevrolet shoehorned a big-block under the hood of the Corvette, the plan wasn’t merely to match the best European sports cars offered. The intention was to leave them eating the Corvette’s dust. The plan was a success because… more»
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3,598 Original Miles: 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
Aside from those of us who have decided to ignore whatever the media is reporting on a daily basis (and God bless you if you’re one of them), many of you likely saw that Ferrari was exorciated for its… more»
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No Reserve Veloce: 1986 Alfa Romeo Spider
Potential is everywhere in the car world if you look hard enough. Or, sometimes, you don’t have to look hard at all. The Alfa Romeo Spider remains one of the more accessible classic cars out there, with endless options… more»
