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Commemorative Edition! 1988 Porsche 911 Carrera

The 348,000 miles on this 1988 911 G50 Carrera Commemorative Edition are both a testament to the tough-as-nails build quality of Porsches, and also just how far you can go when you maintain a car properly. By my rudimentary… more»

25k Miles + No Reserve! 1980 Plymouth Horizon TC3

When was the last time you saw one of these unusual-looking coupes scooting around in your town?  I remember when these first came out, and as a youngster, I actually thought they were kind of sharp cars for the… more»

Missing Motor: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette

The term “blank canvas” can be more appropriate with some classics than others. It is one that probably suits this 1970 Corvette because although it is claimed to be solid, the loss of its original engine and transmission could… more»

Rotary Barn Find: 1983 Mazda RX7 GSL

The FB-chassis Mazda RX-7 is an emerging classic, albeit one that hasn’t quite accelerated value-wise as the second and third-generation models. The rotary-powered coupe is certainly a major achievement on the sports car landscape, but that doesn’t necessarily translate… more»

Big Power, Small Package: 1965 Sunbeam Tiger

It’s a simple idea: take a light sports car and swap its original engine for a big American V8. And while it might not be the textbook example, this 1965 Sunbeam Tiger illustrates the point beautifully. This diamond in… more»

Ontario Orange: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette

The ’71 edition of the Corvette was almost a carryover from the prior year as GM had been beset by labor issues in 1969 and 1970. So, the focus at the single plant that built the sports cars was… more»

AMC, Ford, or Porsche: Take Your Pick Trio

When you find multiple cars on the same property owned by one party, they usually have something in common. In the case here, the seller has three autos laying around on the side of his house from three different… more»

Rebuild Project: 1985 Lotus Esprit Turbo

The classic Lotus Esprit is just one of those cars that stops me in my tracks whenever I see one. It’s so much lower and wedge-ier than you expect, even knowing full well that you have to be a… more»

Rare Manual GT: 17K-Mile 1980 Ferrari 400i

A few weeks ago, I had the chance to explore a private collection that featured an emphasis on four-seater GT cars. It was my first opportunity to experience a 400i up close, and I came away absolutely smitten with… more»

9k Genuine Miles: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Silver Anniversary

By 1978, the Chevrolet Corvette was no longer the hard-edged sports car it had been a decade earlier. While many performance enthusiasts lamented the evolution of the C3 Corvette into its new form, the changes brought a different type… more»

396/4-Speed: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray Convertible

When a person retires after years of faithful employment, it is common for their employer to provide a retirement gift. Tradition dictates that it could be a gold watch, although some companies will allow their departing employee to select… more»

No Reserve 4-Speed: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette

It is always great to see another old car come out of hiding and have a chance at a new life.  This 1969 Chevrolet Corvette convertible hasn’t moved in several years and is said to be a roller that… more»

Shed Find: 1962 Sunbeam Alpine

An honest  shed find with a price that’s hard to beat, this 1962 Sunbeam Alpine is advertised here on Facebook Marketplace. Located in Coolville, Ohio, and with an asking price of just $500, it’s hard to see how an… more»

L-82 4-Speed: 1979 Chevrolet Corvette

The end of the 1970’s were characterized by high inflation, military conflicts and magazine articles on the death of the V8. Does this sound familiar? Well, one way to get away from all this bad news was to walk… more»

Dad’s Pride and Joy: 1980 Triumph Spitfire

Here’s a strange (and sad) case of a father’s pride and joy falling into neglect. The seller of this 1980 Triumph Spitfire explains that this car belonged to his dad and evidently passed to him when he passed away…. more»

Only One in USA: 1981 DeLorean Legend Twin Turbo

The tale of woe that is the DeLorean story is well known and does not need repeating on these pages. Despite his shortcomings, John DeLorean did have a vision for this car that seemingly foretold long-term success. The incredible… more»

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