Datsun 240Z prices have shot upward in the last few years, as restored examples of this ubiquitous but competent sports car began to hit the market. It’s as if the willingness to spend real money to make a pristine… more»
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Surgery Forces Sale: 1990 Lotus Esprit Turbo
The Lotus Esprit Turbo remains one of the more obtainable 1980s supercars, which is a severe outlier in a market where everything has gone sky high that could be considered a limited-production sports model. Either due to the reputation… more»
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Ran When Parked: 1967 Porsche 912
The Porsche 912 has become a bit of a bargain as prices for the classic 911 have skyrocketed. Even so, long-hood air-cooled models tend to always command a premium these days, so the fact this nicely optioned 912 project… more»
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One Family Owned: 1983 Datsun 280ZX
I’ve long advocated long-term ownership as a desirable quality for anyone searching for a classic to add to their collection. Most cars that have spent decades in the custody of the same person will have been treated respectfully, and… more»
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Low-Mile Original: 1983 Toyota Celica Supra
From the time Ford first made the Mustang, helping to create the “pony car” genre, it became a competitive target for other car companies. Toyota’s entry in the niche was the Celica, a sporty body dropped onto a sedan… more»
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Cheap Speedster? 1956 Porsche Project
If you want a Porsche Speedster but find yourself a few hundred thousand short, it may make sense to look for a project. If you’re really struggling to find any loose change in the couch, you might need to reach deeper… more»
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41k Documented Miles: 1979 Datsun 280ZX
Over the years, we’ve seen a few sellers make bold claims about odometer readings, and this 1979 Datsun 280ZX is no exception. However, the difference is that the seller has the documentation to verify it has 41,000 genuine miles… more»
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Rare QV Droptop: 1983 Ferrari Mondial Cabriolet
There was a time when you wouldn’t consider restoring a Ferrari Mondial once it reached the point of becoming “restorable.” The car was simply the bottom of the rung of the Ferrari ladder and wasn’t nearly sought after enough… more»
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1964 Chevrolet Corvette L76 Convertible
With the C2 just coming to the market the year before, the 1964 Chevrolet Corvette didn’t receive all that many cosmetic changes from the prior model, but that way cool split rear window on the coupe and the non-functional… more»
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80’s Hot Hatch: 1985 Toyota Supra
There sometimes exists a rare alignment wherein a car is sought after because of its nameplate and due to the driving experience it promises to its occupants. The Toyota Supra is such a car whereby its appearance alone can… more»
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Two-Owner Survivor: 1974 Lotus Europa
Colin Chapman was a fascinating gentleman. Ever an innovator, he was never afraid to push the engineering boundaries. This approach brought him great success on the track and spawned a series of exciting sports cars that produced surprising performance… more»
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Not a Kit Car! 1986 Panther Kallista
The Kallista was a low-production imitator of classic cars of the 1930s. It was built by Panther Car Co. in England and was not a kit car although all key mechanical components came from 1980s Fords. This sweet-looking roadster… more»
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Rolling Work-In-Progress: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
The Chevy Corvette struggled to find its footing in its first three years – producing less than 5,000 copies combined. At first, it was a sports car without a lot of sport – an inline-6 with a 2-speed automatic… more»
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One-Family Owned California Classic: 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL
Sixty-eight years after it was introduced, the Mercedes-Benz 190 SL has aged very, very well for a senior citizen. Its classic, fluid lines and beautiful proportions still turn heads. From a styling perspective, the 190 SL does have a… more»
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No Reserve: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette
Finding a tidy and affordable driver-grade classic can be challenging, and the battle can see some enthusiasts throw their hands in the air and wave the white flag. However, sometimes one will appear on the market that ticks the… more»
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BF Auction: 1954 Kaiser Darrin
UPDATE – The seller has added more photos! Included with the car are an original owner’s manual, a factory parts list, vintage photos, and brochures. There are several strategies a car company can employ to bolster flagging sales, from… more»
