Why does Porsche make so many variants of its models? From inception, the company has been responsive to the most enthusiastic of its customers, dialing up horsepower and dialing down weight when customers wanted to go racing. This tactic… more»
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Turbo Roadster: 1991 Lotus Elan
The potential for a car to become a future collectible depends on many factors, but some of the common triggers include limited production numbers; exceptional performance; lineage of the brand; and a history of the marque showing a potential… more»
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Older Outlaw Build: 1961 Porsche 356
The iconic Porsche 356 was produced from 1948 through 1965 and a large number of the 76,000 assembled are thought to still be around. They were popular to race around in because of their minimal weight and nimble handling…. more»
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Recently Refurbished: 1937 Morgan 4/4
There was once a time when British manufacturers dominated the traditional sports car market, with cars to suit most tastes and budgets. Most of those companies are now extinct, although Morgan remains to wave the flag proudly. Its 4/4… more»
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Show Car Not Race Car: 1961 Kellison J-5
Tastes change as we grow older. As car nuts, our early childhood is often influenced by the toys we play with. Take Hot Wheels for example. Many of the cars we bugged our parents mercilessly to get bore little… more»
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Three Owner Brit: 1955 MG TF 1500
The evolution of the MG T-series perfectly illustrates the value of the American car market to Britain in the post-war period. The first of the T-series was launched in 1936. The TA was a slipper of a car sold… more»
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Barn Find: 1962 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider Project
Alfa Romeo evolved its sporting Giulietta series over a dozen years and at least five different body styles starting in 1954. Bertone’s coupe led the parade, followed in short order by a berlina and, in 1955, a spider. The… more»
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Cheap Lambo? 1980 Provo Countach
If you hadn’t noticed, the original Lamborghini Countach has been white-hot in the collector car marketplace. While it has always been a valuable piece of kit, it seems like the numbers have taken flight in a way we’ve not… more»
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Ferrari Alternative? 1984 Bitter SC Project
This 1984 Bitter SC is an exceedingly rare example of a car model and company that had the best of intentions, but never managed to catch a break in the U.S. market. It’s a shame, because unlike other rebadged… more»
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Single Family 51 Years: Austin Healey 3000 MKII
In some circles, the big Healeys – like the 3000 – were sometimes referred to as “poor man’s Jaguars” as they weren’t as expensive to own. The Mark II BJ7 as a 2+2 sports car was in production from… more»
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Only 1800 Miles! 1998 Renault Sport Spider
Rare, barely driven, and recently refurbished, this 1998 Renault Sport Spider in Miami, Florida presents a curious opportunity to own an unusual mid-engine, scissor-door sports car. After a reported $14,500 in replacement parts and mechanical and cosmetic work, the… more»
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Bill Mitchell Mystery Machine: 1980 Chevrolet Corvette
A handful of people can claim to be the fathers of Chevrolet’s Corvette. While Zora Arkus Duntov has the most gravitas regarding that title, a good argument could be made for Bill Mitchell. As Vice President of Design for… more»
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1 Of 2,401: 1977 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Pace Car
Even with the Oldsmobile Delta 88 getting a significant size reduction for 1977, the car still had an attractive look on the outside and this was back in the good old days when automakers still attached importance to offering… more»
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Rare Welsh Classic: 1971 Gilbern Invader Mk II
When contemplating the centers of European sports car production during the 1960s and 1970s, Wales is not a country that springs instantly to mind. However, it was once home to a giant killer that produced some of that genre’s… more»
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Rare 4-Seater: 1980 Morgan 4/4 1600
When it comes to classic British roadsters, the Morgan 4/4 is as ubiquitous to open-top car culture as chrome bumpers and wire wheels. To call it timeless is a bit of an understatement, as the core design has endured… more»
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Mossy Barn Find: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette Project
Corvette fans pining for a barn find – here we go: on eBay is this 1959 Chevrolet Corvette project car, complete with dirt and a skim of moss, bid to $28,100 with several days yet to go in the… more»
