As I learned from experience, the Volvo 1800, in either the made-in-Britain Jensen version or “S for Sweden” later incarnation, does not want to be left outside. They rust prodigiously, and they’re challenging to repair correctly. That’s why this… more»
Sports Cars
Mar 15, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Package Deal: 1957/1959 Triumph TR3s
There are some cars that just never should be left outside. I think you could put all convertibles in that category. However, it seems that some cars are just made of steel that rusts with but a harsh word. … more»
Mar 15, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Caprice Powered: 1976 Chevrolet Corvette
Despite the convertible being discontinued and the largest engine available reduced to a 350 cubic inch V8, the Chevy Corvette had record sales in 1976. It was still the only 2-door U.S. production sports car on the market and… more»
Mar 15, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
An Attainable 993? 1995 Porsche 911 Carrera 4
Among all of the air-cooled Porsche 911 models you can buy, the 993-chassis cars are perhaps the best combination of classic 911 DNA with modern features that make it a usable daily driver (if you dare.) Of course, in… more»
Mar 15, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Yard Find: 1973 Opel GT Project
Here’s another “ran when parked” prospect on facebook Marketplace – a 1973 Opel GT, located in Dayton, Ohio with an asking price of $2500. The sleek two-seater was an unlikely product of Opel Automobile, founded in 1862 in Germany… more»
Mar 14, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Base Model Survivor: 1983 Toyota Celica GT
The Toyota Celica has long been a familiar nameplate among sporty Japanese coupes, and the model eventually became a bit of a hot rod with various trims offering turbocharged engines, high-strung 4-cylinders, and optional all-wheel drive. But like every… more»
Mar 13, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
One Family Owned: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
Some classics appear on the market with a history shrouded in mystery. Others are fully documented. This 1968 Chevrolet Corvette falls into the second category, having been part of the same family since it emerged from the dealership. It… more»
Mar 13, 2024 • Exclusives • 7 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1994 Toyota Supra
Toyota produced two distinct versions of the 1994 Supra. One featured a turbocharged engine offering impressive power and performance. The normally aspirated variant was among the most accomplished and affordable Grand Tourers of the last thirty years. This Supra… more»
Mar 13, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Pontiac Power! 1964 Chevrolet Corvette
Corvette sales remained strong in 1964, a year after the first major redesign saw an increased demand for the sports car by 50%. The convertible (the removable hardtop was optional) continued to dominate at nearly two-thirds of production. This… more»
Mar 13, 2024 • For Sale • 38 Comments
British Barn Find: 1968 MGC GT
While most barn finds are of the domestic type, every once in a while, a gem from the Mother Country emerges from the dust. Take for example this 1968 MG MGC GT for sale on eBay in Archbold, Ohio. … more»
Mar 13, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Mexican Alpine: 1965 Dinalpin A110
These days, it’s rare to find anything approaching a “deal” in the vintage car space. Almost any older car or truck worth owning has been on a run value-wise, with some vehicles rocketing higher and others simply on a… more»
Mar 11, 2024 • For Sale • 34 Comments
LT-1 Survivor: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette
I am sometimes amazed that a car as fun to drive as this one has only 19,800 miles on the odometer. This Marlboro Maroon 1970 Chevrolet Corvette is listed here on Craigslist. The Corvette is equipped with the high… more»
Mar 11, 2024 • For Sale • 48 Comments
Race Pedigree: 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO Series 1
Fresh off reviewing a Yugo, I need some air. The perfect antidote is this 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO, chassis no. 3527, represented by Tom Hartley Jnr, a UK expert in sales of high-end cars. Mitchell G sent us this… more»
Mar 10, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Original 454: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette
The 1974 model year marked a significant milestone in the production life of Chevrolet’s C3 Corvette. Chrome bumpers were now a distant memory, and the company’s big-block V8 made its final appearance. This ‘Vette rolled off the line that… more»
Mar 10, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
No Reserve: 1995 Lotus Esprit S4
The Lotus Esprit remains one of the more under-the-radar exotics on the market today. It’s surprising given its primary competitor, the Acura NSX, has made considerable strides value-wise, often commanding close to $100,000 or better when in excellent condition…. more»
Mar 10, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
1971 Porsche 911 Targa Barn Find
Regardless of your feeling about the sanctity (or lack thereof) of air-cooled Porsche 911s, it’s near impossible to feel the excitement of seeing a sports car in a barn. This 1971 Porsche 911 Targa was undoubtedly just a cheap,… more»
