We’re often told that we shouldn’t meet our heroes, because disappointment is often the result. I broke that rule many years ago when I slipped behind the wheel of a Series 1 Jaguar E-Type. I had fallen head over… more»
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Theft Recovery Project: 1986 Porsche 911 Turbo
The history report of a vehicle is a curious thing. For vehicles below a certain age, it’s still a meaningful barometer of value, especially when a serious accident is involved. Modern supercars are constructed of such ridiculous materials that… more»
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32k Mile C1: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
1954 was very early in the days of the Chevrolet Corvette, and many that date back this far have been with numerous owners, including some that have lost track of how many different garages they’ve called home. Although this… more»
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Happy Rotary: 1984 Mazda RX-7 GSL
Can a car be “happy”? That’s the question for those of you who get a bit sentimental about these sorts of things. I have long believed a vehicle can exhibit signs of feeling like everything works well together. It’s… more»
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Imola Red: 1999 BMW Z3 M Roadster
Here we have one of the best bargains you’ll find in the performance roadster category – the BMW Z3 M. The “M” stands for Motorsports, distinguishing this variant from the plain-Jane Z3. The story began in 1995, when BMW… more»
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Upgraded Big-Block: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Most enthusiasts agree that by 1974, Chevrolet’s C3 Corvette Stingray was no longer the fire-breathing beast that established the badge’s high-performance credentials. The optional big-block was still pretty respectable, but this car’s second owner wanted more. Therefore, they performed… more»
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Mustang GT Powered: 1956 Ford Thunderbird
I was on a Thunderbird Facebook site recently where the owner of a ’56 Baby ‘Bird was showing off his recently upgraded pride and joy. His two-seater now had a modern-day drivetrain, disc brakes, and a new A/C unit…. more»
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Buy One Now: 2001 Porsche 996 Turbo
We rarely feature late-model cars on this site, and there’s good reason for that: many of them haven’t yet attained collector status, and it will be some time before they do. But every now and again, you see the… more»
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Former Concours Car: 1971 Lamborghini Espada Series II
You’re gonna think I’m off my rocker, but Lamborghini’s Espada is as competent a grocery-getter as it is a grand tourer. The rear seats are more spacious than any 2+2, though still not on a par with most American… more»
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Mid-Engine Barn Find: 1985 Pontiac Fiero
The Fiero was Pontiac’s first 2-seat automobile in more than 50 years. Launched in 1984 and in production through 1988, it was a sports car with a mid-engine layout. The Fiero used plastic body panels like the later Saturn,… more»
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Mostly Complete: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Project
Poor initial sales almost prompted Chevrolet to discontinue Corvette production at the end of 1955. However, the company’s decision to persist paid dividends, with the Corvette remaining a constant in showrooms ever since. This 1954 Corvette is a stalled… more»
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Guards Red 5-Speed: 1985 Porsche 928
There’s something I have learned in recent years about having a mechanic work on your car: the closer it is to running, driving condition – like the kind where you can drive it every day at a moment’s notice… more»
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No Reserve: 1971 Jaguar E-Type 2+2
By the time Jaguar released the Series 3 version, its iconic E-Type had morphed from a hard-edged Sports Car to a more elegant Grand Tourer. The availability of the V12 engine and an automatic transmission promised buyers a more… more»
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Beautifully Unrestored: 1982 Porsche 930 Turbo
The other day, a Porsche 911 of a certain desirable spec sold for over $1 million on a popular auction site. The buyer was all too happy to share that it will be joining a private collection where it… more»
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Lots of New Parts: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
Changes were afoot for America’s Sports Car, the Chevy Corvette, in 1973. It was the first year for the polyurethane front bumpers and the last for the chrome rear bumpers (new federal safety standards). Demand continued to be strong… more»
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Runs and Drives: 1952 MG TD
MG’s T-series roadsters forged a path for sports cars in America, beginning with the spindly, narrow TC. Some 2000 TCs were exported by MG to the US, and countless others were shipped home when servicemen returned from the war…. more»
