Stalled Project: 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL

This 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL is an unfinished project, but one that seems to benefit from having the hard work already completed. The 190SL has become a serious collector’s item over the last decade, and good ones bring very real… more»

Affordable Soft Window: 1968 Porsche 912 Targa

It’s rare these days that we see what looks like a genuinely fair deal for an air-cooled Porsche. In this case, I think that’s what we’re looking at with this reasonably-priced 1968 Porsche 912 soft-window Targa. The car looks… more»

Metalsmith Needed: 1961 Porsche 356 B

There’s a point in every project where we realize it may simply be too much work to justify. I had such an encounter recently with two projects I sold within a few weeks of each other, as one had… more»

Barn Break-Out: 1977 Porsche 911S

A barn find knows no brand limitations! And while there is no reason that a neglected motor can’t be something as auspicious as a 1977 Porsche 911S, they’re generally something much more pedestrian. So with that thought in mind,… more»

Garage Find! 1957 Porsche 356A Speedster

There are some cars that are simply iconic. They need no introduction, no description. You already know how special it is (and how expensive it will be). Any Porsche Speedster, of any generation, falls into this category. It is… more»

Exotic Rebuilder: 2005 Porsche Carrera GT

If you ever want a glimpse into the world of extreme wealth, take note of the fact that this wrecked 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is currently sitting on a Copart auction site commanding a bid of almost $400,000. Now,… more»

Dad’s Forgotten Roadster: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

Sorting through a deceased loved one’s possessions is hardly a fun chore, even if their property includes a forgotten collector car like this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL. There’s always more paperwork involved than you’d like, and dealing with a car… more»

Save or Scrap? Salty 1967 Amphicar

The Amphicar (short for Amphibious Car, meaning it can travel on land and water) is probably one of the most unique civilian production cars ever made. The official model is called the 770, denoting the ability to travel 7mph… more»

Rare Drop Top: 1965 NSU Spider

UPDATE 12/10/2021: It seems that the owner of this 1965 NSU Spyder had no success in finding a buyer for this rare classic last time, so he’s taking another shot at it. Maybe he’s hoping that with the festive… more»

GTI Alternative: 1991 Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Starting with the Golf GTI, Volkswagen has an extensive history making modern, engaging, front-wheel-drive sports cars. The Jetta GLI takes the spirit of the fun-to-drive go-kart Golf GTI and puts it in a package that can take your friends… more»

Overland Legend Lost: 1965 Unimog M404

A few days ago, I came across a Facebook post in the “Junkyard Finds” group that included a curious thing: a reference to a pick-and-pull yard putting a classic Mercedes-Benz Unimog into the self-service section loaded with high-end off-road… more»

37k Mile Beauty! 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL600 V12

The Mercedes SL Class is a grand touring sports car, equipped with plenty of everything to ensure that the driver has a great experience every time he or she gets behind the wheel.  And since I haven’t seen all… more»

Porsche With Provenance: 1958 356A Speedster

Braggadocio finds its way into every aspect of life but is most notable in the car peddling biz and this 1958 Porsche 356 is no exception as the seller states, “THE Most Famous Speedster in the Country and in… more»

1995(!) One-Owner VW Beetle!

The final “traditional” (read that as rear-engined) VW Beetle sedan sold in the US left the dealership sometime in 1977 (the convertible soldiered on until 1979). However, traditional Beetle production continued until the last one was produced in Mexico… more»

Numbers Matching 1971 Porsche 911T

The one thing that’s not in doubt is that this is a desirable car. It’s a 1971 Porsche 911T with its original engine, #6115746. It’s mostly complete, though the front bumper and some trim are missing. It was a… more»

Hand-Built! 1964 Volkswagen Sports Car

This likely is a one-of-a-kind kit-type car, built in the 1960s on a VW chassis. It’s been in storage for more than four decades and is not in running condition. The steel body is custom-made so if you had… more»

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