Sports Cars

Designed by Bertone: 1968 Fiat 850 Spider

The Fiat 850 Spider was a budget-minded sports car built in Italy between 1965 and 1973. It was a variant of the 850 Coupe and had its flowing lines developed by Carrozzeria Bertone of Turin. A large number of… more»

Rare A/C Equipped: 1976 Triumph TR6

My first introduction to the Triumph TR6 was a friend in high school that had a white TR6 just like this. It was a lot of fun and had surprising acceleration and handling. This one is said to been… more»

Fuelie Project: 1958 Chevrolet Corvette

Chevrolet’s 1958 Corvette was a reflection of the time – it got more complicated looking than its predecessor and chrome plating abounded. Regardless, it’s a C1 and is held in high esteem today – especially if it’s in either… more»

Rare 1994 Porsche Speedster Project

Over the last several months, I’ve wanted to get into a 964-chassis Porsche 911. Sadly, I’ve realized that I’ve likely missed the boat (again) as prices have been steadily skyrocketing. The 964 is one of the last of the… more»

Still Like New: 1955 Ford Thunderbird

The one-family owners of this 1955 Ford Thunderbird are saying all the right things, if not detailing their claims very thoroughly, in the ad here on craigslist. On offer: a car that presently does parade duty in Omaha, Nebraska…. more»

Three for One: TVR 280i Projects

When it comes to self-inflicted pain, car enthusiasts are typically in a league of their own. We like to think we’re having fun, but in reality, we’re just trying not to reveal how much we’re crying on the inside…. more»

Not Going to Finish: 1968 Porsche 912

The premise of a project is one that tempts many of us, especially if the car in question has a decent shot at increasing in value. As projects often do, they fall behind or simply off our list of… more»

BF Auction: 1974 MGB Roadster

Rubber bumper MGBs represent a major bargain in the classic car world. You could swap out the bumpers for chrome ones, but frankly, this is a car that should just be maintained and driven! It’s not a perfect specimen… more»

Unfinished Project: 1970 Datsun 240Z

This 1970 Datsun 240Z was supposedly under restoration before the owner developed health issues and could not finish the project. Based on the description, the Z car will come with a ton of useful spares for finishing the project,… more»

One-Owner 1965 Sunbeam Tiger

The Sunbeam has a fascinating history as a car, featuring a whole host of famous car guys – Carroll Shelby, Ken Miles and Jack Brabham amongst others. This is why they command such high prices – a simple formula… more»

Affordable Supercar: 49k Mile 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1

Let’s face it: the 1970s and 1980s were pretty miserable years if you were a performance car enthusiast. The horsepower of once potent vehicles dribbled out the exhaust, and the need to comply with evolving safety legislation added weight… more»

Owned For 40 Years: 1953 MG TD

Long-term ownership can often determine whether an enthusiast pursues a classic car to park in their garage. This 1953 MG TD ticks that box, with its current owner having been its custodian for over four decades. It has spent… more»

Rebuilt Drivetrain: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette

Sitting in this garage is a classic that promises much for its new owner. This 1969 Corvette features a recently rebuilt engine and transmission, making it a turnkey classic that will provide a new owner with years of enjoyment…. more»

One of 1,017: 1992 Ferrari Mondial T

The Ferrari Mondial was a mid-engine, V8-powered grand tourer that was produced from 1980 to 1993. The “t” was a variant that came along later in the car’s run. The name came from the French word meaning “global” which… more»

Tahitian Turquoise 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Coupe

The Corvair was introduced in 1960 as a compact but family-friendly car. With its motor out back, the flat-floored cabin could accommodate six passengers in a pinch, and the front trunk was huge. The car had plenty of punch… more»

Pair of Yard Find Triumph TR3As

The TR3A was the unofficial name for an updated version of the successful Triumph TR3, which was in production overall from 1955 to 1962. The cars were never badged with the letter “A” nor were the next updated TR3s… more»

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