In the comments on yesterday’s Mazda 1800 wagon article, reader CoolHluke shared a link to another cool vintage Japanese project car with an interesting story of its own: this 1964 Datsun 410, with the very low VIN of 000128…. more»
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Hen’s Teeth: 1972 Mazda 1800 Wagon
Here’s one that’s rarer than the proverbial hen’s teeth! A couple of months ago, our pal Scotty Gilbertson shared a ’72 Mazda 1800 sedan with us, one of likely extremely few survivors of that pioneering U.S.-market Mazda; here’s its… more»
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Period Correct: 1970 Datsun 2000 Roadster
There’s few things we love more than cars that seemed trapped in the period in which they were last seen on the roads with some regularity. This preserved Datsun 2000 roadster (also known as a Fairlady) looks period-perfect with… more»
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Clean Low Mile 5-Speed: 1983 Honda Prelude
The Honda Prelude of the ’80s was one of the better iterations of the company’s classic two-door. Later models packed features like four-wheel steering and other driver-focused enhancements, but the earliest examples of the second-generation model were pleasingly plain,… more»
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Fairly Fair Lady: 1968 Datsun Fairlady Convertible
As the number of people who are collecting Japanese sports cars rises, the search for restorable examples continues to turn up a number of cars that probably cannot be restored economically. As with nearly all of the manufacturers at… more»
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Yes, It’s True: 1979 Dodge Challenger
Mitsubishi Motors has produced some legendary cars, with names rolling off of enthusiasts’ tongues like Eclipse, Evolution, VR-4, Montero, and…Dodge Challenger? Yes, from 1978 to 1983 a version of Mitsubishi’s Galant Lambda coupe was sold in the U.S. as… more»
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One Owner Space Cab: 1986 Isuzu Pickup
Talk about extinct: this highly original 1986 Isuzu P’up Space Cab is wearing tired paint but is also the desirable 4×4 spec with a manual transmission. Throw in the extra space behind the seats and you have a vintage… more»
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Dictionary Not Included: 1980 Datsun 310 GX
One thing about searching Craigslist, grammar can make or break an ad. Sometimes bad spelling can be on purpose: Honey, no one has called about the car and the ad has been up all month! If something isn’t spelled… more»
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Flat Six Equipped: 49K Mile 1991 Subaru XT6
As some readers likely know, I just sold my lightly-restored 1988 Subaru XT6 project. Frankly, I’m glad the seller of a fairly minty 1991 XT6 waited a few weeks to list his, as it looks like a nice specimen… more»
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Rotary-Powered Estate: 1976 Mazda RX4 Wagon
Add this one to the, “How many can there be left?” list. A 1976 Mazda RX4 wagon, replete with manual transmission, amber driving lights and all four original hubcaps. These rotary-powered wagons offered a distinctive alternative to the Country… more»
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Rare SR5 Package: 1975 Toyota Corolla SR5
As some of you know, my 1981 Toyota HiAce project originated in Georgia after arriving by way of Panama, courtesy of a service member. Georgia in general is hiding a fair amount of project car treasure, aided by military… more»
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Soon To Be Rising Sun: 1987 Toyota Celica Convertible
It is often hard to figure out what types of cars will be collectible. Of course, cars with high horsepower, sports cars, convertibles, and generally those that were hits in their day are pretty sure bets. However, predictions are… more»
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Nissan’s Jeep! 1969 Patrol K60 Hard Top
The Patrol was Nissan’s entry in the compact 4×4 market created by the Jeep. This 1969 Nissan Patrol K60 (hard top) arrived during the 60 Series Patrol’s last year of American sales, one of only 4000 imported from 1961… more»
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The Best Toyota: 1991 Toyota MR2 Turbo
Toyota isn’t exactly known as a company that stirs up raw passion in car enthusiasts hearts. Camrys are fine family cars, and some of them are even pretty fast. However, let’s face facts. You don’t find kids drawing Camrys… more»
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Sitting Since ’84: 1972 Datsun 510 Wagon
At first, I thought this Datsun 510 wagon was sporting a cheap repaint. But after seeing the interior photos, it’s clear this is the real-deal, Kermit-green from the factory paint code, as the floors, engine bay and door jambs… more»
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Almost Original: 1967 Toyota Land Cruiser
While this 1967 Toyota Land Cruiser is advertised as having one owner, that’s not quite true as the seller purchased the vehicle from the original owner. And while it looks very original (and is wearing its original paint), there’s… more»
