When it comes to special editions, Mazda has historically always done a bang-up job with the MX-5 Miata. It never fails to combine the exclusivity of a limited-production model with actually limited production, performance upgrades, and just enough cosmetic… more»
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Stored 22 Years: 1991 Dodge Spirit R/T
We don’t know why the seller’s parents parked this 1991 Dodge Spirit R/T in 2004, but it’s been sitting for 22 years now, basically untouched and undriven. The seller, the owner’s son, was hoping to get it back on… more»
One Owner: 1970 Lotus Elan S4 Project
The original Lotus Elan proved that a sports car didn’t need a large engine or impressive horsepower figure to deliver serious performance. By combining a lightweight fiberglass body, a steel backbone chassis, and a lively twin-cam engine, Lotus created… more»
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Drivable Barn Find: 1966 Sunbeam Tiger V8
Most of the time, when we come across dilapidated Tigers, they also don’t run–but this one’s different! Someone, presumably the seller, has gone through enough of the mechanical components that the car is declared “ready to drive” and just… more»
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Original 350: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1972 Chevrolet Corvette retains its numbers-matching small-block. However, it has undergone one very significant change that might not appeal to purists. The buyer could reverse this change during the cosmetic refresh the seller appears to recommend. What is… more»
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Barn Find MX-5: 1990 Mazda Miata
The earliest examples of a signature model are typically sought-out by collectors. The reason for this is the early cars tend to become scarcer through natural attrition or the market simply not recognizing them as special until years later…. more»
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Original Paint and Stock: 1986 Dodge Daytona Turbo Z
We have discussed the difference in eyeball appeal of the “four-eyed” Ford Mustang at length; so how do we feel about the same distinction between different eras of the Dodge Daytona? Flip-up headlights are indeed associated with peak 80s/90s… more»
BF Exclusive: 1999 Plymouth Prowler
Released in 1997, the Prowler was Plymouth’s “halo” model, designed to lure buyers into showrooms. As history shows, the Prowler badge outlived the Plymouth name, with production ending in 2002. This 1999 Prowler is a genuine survivor that presents… more»
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Garage Find: 1980 Porsche 924
This is a case of a car that is tragically unloved by the collector marketplace but looks wholly deserving of its asking price, especially with the work the seller has done. Supposedly found in the proverbial elderly owner’s garage… more»
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Professionally Reconditioned: 1980 FIAT 2000 Spider
We haven’t seen enough of Tom Tjaarda in these pages. Tjaarda was born in 1934 in Detroit; his father was Dutchman John Tjaarda, who styled the Lincoln Zephyr. Tom studied architecture while at university, but when he presented his… more»
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Donated Modern Classic: 2001 Honda S2000
This is one of those cases of a car that is known for its reliability ending up in the worst hands possible given its condition. This 2001 Honda S2000 roadster is absolutely on the way to being a car… more»
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No Reserve 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
If you want to ensure the classic you’re selling commands plenty of attention, several strategies almost guarantee success. High-quality photos are a good starting point, as is a competitive auction opening bid figure. The seller has ticked those boxes… more»
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33K Original Miles? 1995 BMW M3
There’s a significant part of me that didn’t want to share this low-mileage 1995 BMW M3 with the broader community. However, I’ve reached a point in life where more projects sound like a burden, so it’s a healthy exercise… more»
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Turbocharged Project: 1988 Dodge Daytona Shelby Z
The Dodge Daytona built during the K-Car years is one of the hobby’s more misunderstood driver’s cars – and that includes by yours truly. On paper, it seems like the sort of vehicle we should all aspire to own… more»
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Original 454: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1973 Chevrolet Corvette is a tidy driver-grade classic. Although it features custom paint touches, it retains its numbers-matching 454ci V8. The buyer could slip behind the wheel for immediate motoring fun while contemplating whether to treat this classic… more»
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Unfinished Project: De Tomaso Pantera
Project cars come in all shapes and sizes, but few have the presence of a De Tomaso Pantera. This example, recently listed on Facebook Marketplace in Lumberton, North Carolina, isn’t a weekend driver or a quick cosmetic refresh. Instead,… more»
