There was a time when Porsche 911s in convertible forms were not the most desirable cars. In fact, if it was a soft top or a targa top, you could count on buying it at a substantial discount, regardless… more»
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Well Maintained: 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider Graduate
As much as the vintage car market has seen its share of ridiculous price increases, some models remain surprisingly affordable. It’s hard to say whether it’s because of lack of desirability or due to some other market forces that… more»
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Very Nice Driver: 1959 Triumph TR3A
I’ve never been adept at choosing one “favorite” anything. I can narrow a list down to three or four (or five), but one favorite song, favorite movie, favorite car? There’s an exception, however, to everything. My favorite traditional sports… more»
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Clean As A Whistle: 1976 Porsche 912E
I’ve covered Porsche 912s here on BF before, but they’ve always been the first-gen (’65-’69) variety. Today, for your review, I have a very sharp-looking second-gen 1976 912E to consider. If looks could kill, this baby has them, but… more»
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197 Original Miles! 1996 Porsche 911 Turbo
The 993-chassis Porsche 911 remains one of the most coveted air-cooled models ever made. Values barely ticked down in the years it became a used sports cars, and with the arrival of the liquid-cooled 996, values skyrocketed even further…. more»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
