Success Story: 1979 Datsun 280ZX

We recently heard from Holly S that her Father’s 1979 Datsun 280ZX has sold and is off to its new owner! It sounds like her Dad really loved this car, so it was an honor to get to help… more»

Big Man Small Bike: 1970 Honda Z50-AK2

I’m still trying to figure out why a grown man (who shall remain nameless) who is 6′-5″ tall likes such small vehicles: small trucks, small cars, and small motorcycles like this 1970 Honda Z50-AK2. This little monkey bike is… more»

Zurvivor: 1971 Datsun 240Z

The Z car market is on the rise, and many nice cars have been turning up out of the wood work. Typically susceptible to extensive rust, nice surviving cars aren’t all too common. This 1971 model is a little… more»

1 of 4 Registered: 1976 Datsun 180B SSS

Otherwise known as a 610 or Nissan Bluebird, this 180B is a UK-market model with the desirable SSS trim. This denotes the 180B has the twin-carb version of the 1.8L L18 four-cylinder, along with a 5-speed manual and other… more»

Exclusive: 1983 Datsun 280ZX

It’s weird to think that this Datsun is 35 years old and classified as a Classic in most states. It seems far too modern to be that old! These cars were quite impressive when they were new and there’s… more»

Reader Ad: 1991 Toyota MR2

The second generation MR2 isn’t just a great looking sports car, it’s a fun driver! As with most great drivers, you don’t see too many of these in nice original condition like this one. With 113k miles, it isn’t… more»

What’s Old Is New Again? 1991 Nissan Figaro

The Nissan Figaro was one of four Back To The Future Nissan retro limited production cars introduced at the 1989 Tokyo auto show. All four (the other three were the Be-1, Pao and the S-Cargo) were based on a… more»

Reader Find: 1985 Toyota Celica GT-S

What Makes It Special? Best year of GT-S and it’s an original two-owner car.

4WD Wedge: 1989 Subaru XT

It’s difficult to chart the projected path of a future classic. I thought I was ahead of the curve when I snagged an original owner 1988 Subaru XT6 a few years ago, only to learn that while appreciated by… more»

Bruiser Cruiser: 1974 Toyota FJ55 Land Cruiser

This big, tired, and slightly-beat bruiser is a 1974 Toyota FJ55 Land Cruiser. It’s only fitting that a big vehicle would be a big project. This one is listed on eBay with an unmet opening bid of $1,999 and there… more»

Survivor L-Type: 1982 Toyota Supra

This 1982 Toyota Supra L-Type has been garage stored since new, yielding the impressive cosmetic condition seen here. The seller contends that despite the average mileage, the Supra remains in exceptional condition with an aftermarket radio the sole deviation… more»

Solid Frame: 1976 Toyota Land Cruiser

Despite the numerous vehicles made in the late 1970s of dubious quality and performance, the FJ40 Land Cruiser was one of the bright spots. If you measure performance in durability and utility, the Land Cruiser basically puts many, many… more»

The Only One Left? 1954 Datsun 6147

This unbelievably rare ranch sedan/station wagon/pickup is a 1954 Datsun 6147. This ultra-rare double-cab pickup can be found on Craigslist, or here on the CL archive, in the Washington D.C. area and it has an asking price of $20,000…. more»

Claimed 12K Original Miles: 1976 Datsun 280Z

This 1976 Datsun 280Z is said to wear exceedingly low mileage with cosmetic condition that seems to back it up. The seller notes this is an estate sale find with under 13,000 original miles, and the high levels of… more»

BF EXCLUSIVE: Cherished 1979 Datsun 280ZX

Reader Holly S. has decided it’s time to sell the 1979 Datsun 280ZX that her late father purchased new. It’s located in Hayward, California and reflects her father’s love for the car. While the car is not a perfect… more»

Untouched Automatic: 1980 Mazda RX7

Consider me conflicted: this 1980 Mazda RX7 is in time-warp condition, looking quite near to what it did when it left the factory floor. The paint is shiny, the black trim lustrous and the original body lines of Mazda’s… more»

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