Over the past decade, interest in early Datsun Z-cars has increased considerably. They were well-liked when new, as they offered great performance and looks for a reasonable price. Unfortunately, many have suffered rough lives and were recycled long ago…. more»
Sports Cars
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Running 1972 Saab Sonett
Saab is known for its quirky and unique aviation-inspired designs. The Sonett was the brand’s divergence into the sports car realm. The car is far more compact than other Saab models, has sharper angles, and has a front-mid-engine. This… more»
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F1 Cabriolet: 1999 Ferrari F355
Every now and again, you see a car pop up for sale that seems like a potential deal in the making. Certainly, you can’t base a car’s sale price on where it stands a day before closing, but sometimes,… more»
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A Passing Resemblance: Jaguar XK120 Kit Car
When you stop to think about it, fiberglass changed the automotive world. From Corvettes to the plethora of kit cars sold from the fifties through today, this invention made a lot of dreams possible. In the kit car world,… more»
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50k Original Miles: 1974 Jensen-Healey
One challenge potential buyers face when searching for a Jensen-Healey to park in their garage is locating one without rust issues. This 1974 example is a dry-climate survivor that has avoided that fate. It is as solid as the… more»
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1 of 2 in USA: 1990 TVR 400SE
When we think of TVR in the 1980s, it’s easy to think of exactly one word: the wedge. Starting in the early 80s, TVR seemed committed to building cars of a certain profile, and they deservedly earned a moniker… more»
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Restore of Preserve? 1959 Triumph TR3A
The classic scene is extremely diverse, and almost any car will divide opinions. Some enthusiasts prefer genuine survivors, some like cool customs, while others find meticulously restored vehicles more appealing. That brings us to the 1959 Triumph TR3A. It… more»
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Small-Block Update: 1975 Datsun 280Z
There is no denying that tightening emission regulations during the 1970s impacted vehicle performance, and Datsun’s Z-Car range wasn’t immune. These cars could still accelerate relatively well, but the company achieved this feat by offering ever-larger versions of its… more»
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Low Mileage 1989 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE
This Lotus Esprit Turbo SE appears on these pages courtesy of Chuck Foster, who also found a rare Eclat for us – thanks, Chuck! Of course, the two cars could hardly be more different. The Eclat landed in the… more»
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Vintage Racer Recreation: 1959 Ferrari Testarossa
One of the more expensive Ferraris to attempt to buy is the original Testarossa, one of the models most synonymous with the company’s history in vintage racing. It’s also one of the most heavily copied models in the company’s… more»
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BF Auction: 1975 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Automotive milestones have fascinated me since those grade school years when the local pharmacists would yell at me for reading their car magazines without buying them. I vividly remember the return of the Corvette Convertible in 1986, “just in… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX
The Subaru Impreza debuted in 1992 and has gone through several generations in the past 32 years. The example being offered here as a no-reserve Barn Finds Auction is a second-generation WRX, also known as the Bugeye Impreza. Being… more»
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Zero Rot? 1959 Alfa Romeo Spider
The ’59 Spider embodies “small car, big fun” energy. Weighing just under 2k pounds, the car is light, nimble, and performance-oriented. In 1959 Alfa Romeo shifted the Spider from the Tipo 750 chassis to the Tipo 101. The car… more»
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Rear Engine Roadster: 1967 Renault Caravelle
In addition to not thinking much about Peugeots, a Renault, such as this 1967 Caravelle hardtop convertible never as much as registers a brain wave. Perhaps it should, it’s a neat-looking little car and I don’t believe I’ve ever… more»
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13 Year Slumber: 1965 MGB Roadster
This 1965 MGB Roadster offers a new owner a world of possibilities. After being recently revived following a thirteen-year slumber, it is a turnkey classic that offers immediate motoring enjoyment. Alternatively, it could be the foundation for a straightforward… more»
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Rare British Coupe: 1976 TVR 2500M
Are you looking for an alternative to an MGB or a TR6 – something you won’t see at every car show? A rare car with common mechanical components that will put its peers to shame on a track? Perhaps… more»
