How do you assign value to a rig like a Unimog? It’s a tough call for me, personally, as I don’t have the kind of property that would demand a go-anywhere military spec vehicle, and I already have one… more»
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Woody Conversion: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
The era in which Volkswagen Beetles were modified with a “woody” body over the rear quarters has long since passed, and relatively few remain in road-going condition today. The seller claims this example was one of a handful converted… more»
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Oval Window Rag Top: 1956 VW Beetle
This 1956 Volkswagen Beetle is a desirable oval window example, which denotes its status as an early model with many of the details enthusiasts tend to swoon over. This one even comes with the period-cool sliding canvas sunroof and… more»
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Rusty But Worthy: 1963 BMW 3200
Among BMW’s most collectible models, the classic E9 coupe gets more than its fair share of enthusiast attention. The earlier BMW 3200 seen here was produced in far lower numbers (less than 600) and shares more than a few… more»
Junkyard Cosworth Updates: Junkyard Parts Score!
I’m sure this comes as no surprise that I’ve continued to acquire parts for my will-it-ever-run Mercedes 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth project at an alarming rate. Before I burst into internet fame (guffaw), I used to spend every weekend at… more»
EXCLUSIVE: 1974 Volkswagen Beetle
The VW Beetle has to be one of the most recognizable cars ever built. No matter where you take one of these cars, just about every person you encounter will have a story that involves one. There is something… more»
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First $2,500 Takes It: 1972 VW Fastback
This dirt-cheap 1972 Volkswagen Fastback strikes me as a case of California’s heavy-handed emissions laws forcing the owner to cut his losses and move on. For $2,500, it comes with a host of upgrades and although the seller mentions… more»
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The Original Concept 1: 1966 VW Dune Buggy
VW-based dune buggies come in all shapes and sizes, an impressive variety that reflects the individual tastes of the many small companies that built their own kits. This well-preserved build is known as a Concept 1 kit, which is… more»
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Old School V8: 1961 BMW 502
This handsome 1961 BMW 502 is said to be a part of a larger collection that the craigslist seller is unloading, and it appears to be an unrestored example that is largely complete. These were imposing executive saloons when… more»
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Diesel Coupe: 1981 Mercedes 300CD
This listing for a running and driving 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300CD is challenging to decipher, but the car in question looks like a solid foundation for a mild restoration project. These W123 two-doors aren’t the easiest cars to find, and… more»
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Running Copart Project: 1972 BMW 2002
Copart continues to intrigue me as it relates to hobby or collector cars that show up for sale on the internet’s largest salvage yard. This clean 1972 BMW 2002 is a desirable “roundie” round taillight example that doesn’t appear… more»
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Automotive Icon: 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing
The word “iconic” is used so often to describe cars of all types, but within the Mercedes-Benz marque, the 300SL Gullwing is a car that definitely deserves that label. While only around 1,400 of these Gullwings were ever produced,… more»
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Tangerine Targa: 1968 Porsche 911
The seller of this hard-window Porsche 911 Targa says he bought the rusty shell out of Syracuse, New York, and never made any headway on it. It’s now in Lakeville, Connecticut, the home of Lime Rock Park, and a… more»
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The Rare Isetta: 1959 BMW 600 Isetta
While it was based to a certain extent on the BMW Isetta which it replaced, the BMW 600 Isetta was very much its own vehicle, sharing only a few parts with the car that it replaced. While the original… more»
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Orange Tartan: 1974 VW Westfalia Pop-Top
I’ll be the first to admit that interesting color schemes can make me consider absolute basketcase projects. In the case of this 1974 VW Westfalia, which is described as having been sitting in the woods until recently, the surprisingly… more»
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Completely Original: 1967 Volkswagen Beetle
The Volkswagen Beetle is a car that has never fallen out of favor with classic car collectors, and I don’t see this situation changing at any time in the near future. This 1967 model offers the new owner a… more»
