Sports Cars

11k Original Miles: 1976 Panther J72

The Panther J72 is a rare classic, with only 368 cars leaving the factory during a ten-year production run. It was the first offering from the company based in Surrey, England, setting its theme of providing handbuilt vehicles to… more»

No Reserve: 1976 MG MGB

There are typically two major ways that a classic can attract attention. The first is to be extraordinarily desirable, while the second is to be affordable. British sports cars like this 1976 MG MGB enjoy a strong following in… more»

34k Original Miles: No Reserve 1985 Toyota Celica GT-S Convertible

A known ownership history is always desirable when searching for a classic to park in your garage. It makes it easier to confirm a seller’s claim, helping to ensure that buyers get what they are paying for. This 1985… more»

No Reserve: 1980 Triumph TR7 Drophead Coupe

I have always believed that the Triumph TR7 deserved greater sales success than it eventually achieved. The styling doesn’t appeal to everyone, but the same can be said of almost any classic. Perhaps its greatest hurdle was the company’s… more»

Solid Project: 1978 Datsun 280Z

Datsun demonstrated with its Z-car range that it could produce more than reliable and inexpensive small cars. Vehicles like this 1978 280Z are genuine sports models that have developed a strong following in the classic world. This one requires… more»

Nicest One Left? 1984 Plymouth Conquest Turbo

When I think of “captive imports,” I don’t normally think of staid, sometimes stodgy Plymouth. They usually made cars for practical people who didn’t want to appear too showy or flashy, anything that screams, “Look at me!” It’s hard… more»

Original Paint! 1971 Datsun 240Z

Is original paint worth a premium price? This 1971 Datsun 240z listed here on eBay is notable for its known history and Monte Carlo Red paint that’s said to be original, eliciting a description of the car as a… more»

5-Speed Super Coupe: 1990 Ford Thunderbird SC

Looking back to the period when Ford introduced the Thunderbird Super Coupe in 1989, it was a fun offering for the time, one that combined both a high level of performance with the luxury and size of a T-Bird. … more»

Real L82? 1979 Chevrolet Corvette

The demise of the big-block option at the end of the 1974 model year left Corvette buyers with only one choice if they craved better-than-average performance. Ticking the box beside the L82 option boosted engine power, which proved to… more»

Parked in ’81: 1969 Lotus Europa

Colin Chapman’s obsession with minimizing vehicle weight didn’t just bring him considerable motorsport success. It allowed his company to produce cars offering surprising performance from relatively modest drivetrain configurations. This 1969 Lotus Europa is a perfect example of that… more»

What’s Next For This 1954 Chevrolet Corvette?

I’m not really a Corvette guy, but I do have a favorite Corvette: It’s the ’54 model. Although it’s fundamentally the same as the introductory ’53, Chevrolet made ten times as many of them, so it’s not quite as… more»

Donation Sports Car: 1984 Porsche 928

I hate to admit it, but after a solid three weeks of stating I was done with projects, I now want a Porsche 928. These have always been intriguing cars to me, starting with the styling and then the… more»

Nicest One Left? 1976 Chevrolet Cosworth Vega

Chevrolet built more than two million copies of its Vega subcompact from 1971 to 1977. But only about 3,500 of them will likely ever be considered collectible. That small group is the high-performance Cosworth Vega produced only in 1975… more»

BF Exclusive: 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint

While taking on an unfinished vehicle restoration project can seem daunting, having one that’ll make you proud when it’s completed, along with the joy of displaying it at car shows, will make it worth the effort., especially if a… more»

Parked Thirty Years: 1978 Datsun 280Z Coupe

What’s your favorite Z-car? Do you like early 240s? The cushy 280ZX? Or is the very most modern Z Performance more up your alley? Every car has its fans, and it looks like this 1978 Datsun 280Z coupe here… more»

Original L82/4-Speed: No Reserve 1979 Chevrolet Corvette

There are many reasons to like this 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. From its desirable drivetrain combination to its low odometer reading and the long list of factory options, it possesses something that will appeal to almost any taste. However, it… more»

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