The challenge for some buyers is to locate a classic that has been sheltered from the worst that Mother Nature can throw at it. That minimizes the chances of rust or UV damage, and such cars are out there… more»
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Missing Cylinder Head Screw: 1978 Lotus Esprit Series 1
Giorgetto Giugiaro went to work at Fiat’s Special Vehicles Division at seventeen – mostly likely younger than many of us were when we purchased our first car. Fiat ignored his design work, so he approached Bertone, who sold one… more»
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The Living Room Lambo: 1970 Lamborghini Miura P400 S
We’ve all had the occasion to be slightly protective of our vehicular pride and joy. I have routinely crammed four cars into a traditional two car garage in the interest of protecting as many of them as I can… more»
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Estate Sale: 1960 Triumph TR3 “A”
It’s 1953 and Triumph has brought a new car to Jabbeke, Belgium, to race it down a nearly flat, nearly straight stretch of road between Brussels and Ostend. This unique bit of carriageway was a perfect test “track” for… more»
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BF Auction: 1989 Jaguar XJS Convertible
When it came out in 1975, the Jaguar XJS had some big shoes to fill. The E-Type was fast and beautiful. How could Jaguar improve on it? The new XJS enjoyed a 21-year production run and outsold the E-Type… more»
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Mechanic’s Special: 1971 Porsche 911S Targa
A “mechanic’s special.” This used to be a fairly popular concept, with the local repair facility offering a car for sale that the even the on-duty mechanic was tired of dealing with. 30 years ago, you might even see… more»
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One Family Owned: 1966 Datsun 1600 Roadster
Long-term ownership is often an important factor when an enthusiast commences their quest for a classic to park in their garage or workshop. Cars of that type have typically been cherished and avoided the abuse that can plague less… more»
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British Supercar: 1997 TVR Cerbera
Before we embark on this next review, true confession: I’d really like to own an early TVR Griffith. I would even settle for a Grantura. That’s just so you know I am not anti-TVR. However, the Cerbera is a… more»
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Heart of Gold: 1960 Chevrolet Corvette
UPDATE 06/18/2024: We’ve recently experienced an influx of classics that haven’t sold on the first attempt, and this 1960 Chevrolet Corvette continues that trend. It is unclear whether it is a sign of a softening market, but this classic… more»
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One of Four Survivors: 1955 LeGene Californian Sports Special
The 1950s hatched a lush variety of cars called American Specials. Mostly fiberglass, these cars were made in tiny handfuls by guys in garages. Some were kits, others sprang fully formed from their inventors’ workshops. Few are so rare… more»
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Grandpa’s Project: 1953 MG TD Midget
The TD was a variant of the MG T-Type Series which was in production from 1935 to 1955. TD sales began in 1950 and continued through 1953. The body was old school as not much had changed since the… more»
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Unmodified Survivor: 1990 Toyota Supra Turbo
The MK3 Toyota Supra is one of the unsung heroes of the 1980s sports car scene. When it comes to multi-generational models, some eras remain inherently unpopular due to being a let-down after the introductory offering. But in the… more»
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9k Original Miles: 1986 Panther Kallista
It would be easy to look at this 1986 Panther Kallista and believe it is just another of the numerous kit cars that flooded the market during the 1970s and 1980s. However, it is far more than that. The… more»
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Fire Survivor: 1976 Datsun 280Z
Survivors are typically cars that have managed to get through life without any modifications or restoration. However, this 1976 Datsun 280Z wears that title for a different reason. Years ago, it suffered an engine bay fire that could have… more»
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Former 1960s SCCA Race Car: 1957 MG MGA
It was none other than Junior Johnson who gave the best piece of advice in racing history. Johnson flatly stated that if you want to make a small fortune in racing you start with a large one. This was… more»
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Road or Track: 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Consider the poverty of the American car scene in the 1970s. The dominant themes were horsepower reduction and fuel efficiency, sapping fun from the driving experience. Only Japan was meeting our new requirements handily, sending over cars like the… more»
