One of the biggest automotive trends of the 1980s was to produce a limited-edition Japanese sports car (or family sedan) and paint it white, and then color-match everything. Monochromatic was the name of the game, and from the Mazda… more»
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Update: 1969 Datsun Sports 1600 Roadster
UPDATE – We featured this 1969 Datsun Sports 1600 Roadster back in December, and it has reappeared on the market. Previously it was a regular eBay auction, but the owner has now set a Buy It Now on this… more»
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Only 1,865 Miles? 1971 Toyota Hilux Survivor
The Toyota Hilux was Toyota’s most successful global pickup truck. Known in America, after the first generation, simply as the “Toyota Truck,” it helped solidify Toyota’s reputation as producing reliable, simple, affordable, and practical vehicles. This first-generation model comes… more»
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Patina’d Survivor: 1985 Nissan 720 4×4
When it comes to old Japanese trucks, you best buy what you want now as it seems new collectors are catching onto these workhorses as being nifty weekend rigs that you can actually use. Of course, they’re not lighting… more»
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No Reserve Survivor: 1996 Suzuki X-90 4×4
The Suzuki X-90 was not the sales success that the company had hoped for when it was new, but today the little Japanese off-roader has developed its own dedicated following. This 1996 model is a tidy survivor that needs… more»
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Turbo Diesel BJ60: 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
Vintage SUVs continue to be very popular with people wanting an alternative to the mundane modern rides that get lost in the parking lot. Although the Ford Bronco seems to be getting the lions share of attention lately, vintage… more»
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32K One Owner Miles: 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4
When it comes to appreciating classics, Mitsubishi’s predominant sports car, the 3000GT VR4, has seemingly been left on the sidelines. That’s similar to its reception when it was a new car as well, as while it was certainly celebrated… more»
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All Original 1976 Kawasaki JS400 Jet Ski
Summer’s almost here for most of us in the northern climates at the same time when those of you in the southern climates are heading inside for the next six months because it’s too hot outside. And then there’s… more»
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Frame Off Resto: 1987 Toyota 4Runner SR5
This seller on eBay has a tendency to track down very clean vintage Toyota trucks, and this 1987 4Runner is their latest find. Surprisingly, the listing indicates the 4Runner benefits from a frame-off restoration, and while it’s not typical… more»
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Fresh from the Field: 1969 Nissan Patrol
Post-WWII, everyone wanted in on the success and notoriety of the Willys Jeep. Toyota had their Land Cruiser, England had the Land Rover…Mitsubishi and Mahindra even licensed the actual Willys design and bits of tooling. Today we have Nissan’s… more»
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24K Mile Limited Edition: 1983 Mazda RX-7
This FB-series RX7 is one of a very few “Limited Edition” models made, which came with a host of cosmetic upgrades to make the raucous, rotary-powered sports coupe more appealing to the senses. The LE models came with special… more»
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Rare Rally Special: 1993 Mazda 323 GTR 4WD
Think of rally cars in the late eighties and the early nineties and you might think of brands like Lancia, Ford, Subaru, and Mitsubishi. While they took home most of the trophies, many other brands competed for those same… more»
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Twin-Cam Powered: 1992 Geo Prizm GSI
Think of sedan survivors you still see on the road today, especially from the eighties and nineties, and you will probably come up with Hondas (Accords and Civics) and Toyotas (Camrys and Corollas.) You might see the occasional Ford… more»
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Original Unrestored 1975 Suzuki RE5 Rotary
I’ve had a few unusual vehicles in my life but I’ve never owned anything with a rotary engine. I may need to step outside of my comfort zone, life is too short as we all know. This 1975 Suzuki… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1992 Isuzu Trooper
As someone who owns two Isuzu Troopers, I’m keen to see these capable off-roaders continue to appreciate. Like so many other vehicles, the first generation editions tend to rise the fastest, with each passing generation playing catch up. In… more»
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Rare In The UK: 1977 Datsun 180B Mk II
Discovered hidden away in this shed in Chesterfield in the United Kingdom, is a Japanese car that is now a relative rarity on UK roads. It is a 1977 Datsun 180B Mk II, and while it is virtually complete,… more»
