In some car circles, having the most powerful model isn’t an automatic indication of owning the most collectible example. We all know of those special vehicles that are undoubtedly collector quality despite not being the most powerful version of… more»
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C107 Project: 1975 Mercedes-Benz 450SLC
There’s a good reason why the R107/C107 class of Mercedes-Benz models have long been among the most popular vehicles the company has ever sold. While we can grow accustomed to seeing them listed as basketcase projects on Marketplace and… more»
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Parked for 40 Years: 1968 NSU Ro80
By now, you’ve likely figured out that I enjoy oddball vehicles, especially if they’re German in origin and have four doors. Basically, this all stems from watching Ronin a lot when I was a kid and finding fast sedans… more»
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By the Barn Find: 1970 Porsche 911
Hard to believe this still happens, but yes, vintage Porsche 911s are still left outside under a wet tarp for unknown reasons. This particular car supposedly even had its mechanical bits rebuilt prior to being left outside. It’s hard… more»
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Pandemic Project: 1982 Porsche 928 5-Speed
There’s much written about enthusiasts spending too much money at the height of the pandemic on “fun” vehicles, especially recreational assets that begged owners to become overnight overlanders. We’ve seen a fairly dramatic price correction in most instances, but… more»
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Early Specimen: 1972 BMW 2002tii
Room for four, a brilliant suspension, and a rev-happy fuel-injected engine made BMW’s 2002 tii a game changer. This tidy-looking two-door sedan in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania seeks a new owner for the first time in 25 years, according to the… more»
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41k Original Miles: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560 SL Roadster
“Summertime, and the livin’ is easy.” I know I can’t sing, but I can’t tap dance either. Therefore, I’m a perfectly talentless entertainer. However, I am passionate about classic cars, and with summertime on our doorstep, it seems the… more»
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Former Show Car? 1978 Porsche 924
One of the best parts about our hobby is that most all of us see potential in different pockets. In other words, you may love old T-bucket hot rods and I think split window VWs are cool as heck…. more»
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BF Exclusive: 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 SL Roadster
UPDATE – This one sold quickly! It’s headed off to Reader Shane L’s home. Congrats to Shane and David! There are few feelings as enjoyable as slipping behind the wheel of a classic Convertible on a sunny day for… more»
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64k Original Miles: 1975 Porsche 914 2.0
This 1975 Porsche 914 2.0 is a genuine survivor. As such, it isn’t perfect. However, it is a fairly tidy classic that has spent its life in a favorable climate that has protected it from potential rust issues. It… more»
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2-Owner W126: 1991 Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL
There are cars you see every day that eventually, you simply gloss over. They’re either mass-produced or too reliable, meaning they never go extinct. It’s like seeing a 1998 Honda Accord that, while it may be really nice, you… more»
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Racing Pedigree: 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II
If automotive history has taught us nothing else, it is that racing improves the breed. Technology that was once the exclusive preserve of Formula One, IndyCar, and the World Endurance Championship can now be found on road-going models. The… more»
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Never Seen One: L’Automobile Ventura
Among the variety of oddball cars from Brasil that utilize VW running gear, this is one variant I’ve never heard of. The L’Automobile Ventura utilizes a familiar formula of a fiberglass body on a VW chassis, but the bodywork… more»
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Low Miles, One Owner: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
Full disclosure: I own a 1989 560SL, so if you’re looking for an impartial review, this isn’t the article for you. There isn’t a thing I dislike about mine, though others might find it heavy off the line and… more»
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Factory Demonstrator: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E
The Mercedes-Benz 500E is one of the more celebrated factory hot rods to ever exist. It’s also a model that’s been in the news as of late after a record-setting sale of a model owned by none other than… more»
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Vintage Racer: 1965 Porsche 356C
One of the attractions of motorsport is that there are categories that suit almost every taste and budget. This 1965 Porsche 356C demonstrates that, with a previous owner modifying it for vintage competition. It presents well and is a… more»
