While I have a hard time ignoring everything German and vintage (hence why fellow editor Jamie flagged this 1974 2002 for me), your appetite for big projects can wane after a while. Currently, I blame the on-again off-again Mercedes… more»
German Classic Cars
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Oval Window Sleeper: 1957 Volkswagen Beetle
The owner of this 1957 VW Beetle Oval Window refers to it as an older restoration, but I would probably call it a refurbishment. Certainly, what occupies the engine bay today is enough to grab your attention when you… more»
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Nicely Preserved: 1970 VW Beetle Convertible
This 1970 Volkswagen Beetle convertible is said to be a genuine 48,000 mile example, and it looks quite nice in pictures. The Bug is being sold due to a family illness, and the seller claims it runs straight and… more»
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Project Porsche: 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera
When discussing iconic vehicles from the 1980s, it isn’t shocking in the slightest if the Porsche 911 comes up in conversation. These powerful and attractive sports cars are incredibly sought after by collectors, with restored examples fetching big bucks… more»
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A Rising Tide: 1971 Porsche 914-6
“A rising tide lifts all boats” is the best phrase you can use to describe the current Porsche market. The 911 in all of its forms is currently one of the most highly desired sports cars on the planet,… more»
Roadside Sighting: Mercedes 190E 2.3-16V Cosworth
From Francis In Douglaston – I grew up in Jamaica Estates Queens, New York and I remember when my friends neighbor brought this exact car home. The owner let us come over to see the car and took the… more»
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Classic Convertible: 1958 Volkswagen Beetle Karmann Kabriolett
It certainly isn’t too late to grab hold of a classic convertible and enjoy some top-down Summer cruising, and perhaps this 1958 Beetle Karmann Kabriolett would be a great option for those on the search for a true classic…. more»
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Parked Since ’71: 1956 Porsche 356 Speedster
Imagine stumbling upon this in the corner of someone’s garage. That’s not a replica under there. That’s a real deal Porsche Speedster! It has been parked since 1971 and the lucky guys who discovered it have listed it for… more»
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Iconic Off Roader: 1993 Mercedes G Pickup
The Mercedes G series has a long legacy of being a capable off-roader, and this 1993 Mercedes-Benz G Class diesel pickup is no exception. While new G wagons are going for $100,000 or more these days, this one can… more»
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932 Original Miles! 1967 VW Beetle
This 1967 Volkswagen Beetle is said to have been part of a family collection since new, seeing very limited use that kept its mileage to a mere 1,500 kilometers. If I’m reading the listing correctly, this is a German… more»
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All Original Survivor: 1970 Porsche 911
I feel like it wasn’t that long ago a 911 like this would have already cleared $50K in a typical eBay listing. This 1970 model is claimed to be a very nice survivor, and I see little evidence that… more»
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Same Owner For 40 Years: 1973 Opel 1900 GT
Some descriptive words are said about this 1973 Opel 1900 GT, including that it is a true barn find, that it’s mostly original and that it has been owned by the same owner for the last 40 years. The… more»
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Fancy Farmer: 1959 Porsche-Diesel 218 Standard
All things Porsche are pretty hot right now and have been for quite a few years. Some vehicles are lagging behind a bit, but tractors like this 1959 Porsche-Diesel 218 Standard are becoming more popular with collectors. This Bavarian… more»
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Stunning Type 34: 1968 VW Karmann Ghia
The Type 34 Karmann Ghia, to me, is one of the most beautiful cars Volkswagen has ever produced. Offered in limited quantities and never officially in the United States, good examples are few and far between. This car appears… more»
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Well-Loved Driving Machine: 1989 BMW M3
Much has been written about the long-lived nature of cars developed by BMW’s in-house motorsport division, particularly the E28 M5 and E30 M3. Of course, these are maintenance-hungry engines, but the basic rule of thumb says if you treat… more»
Junkyard Find Mercedes Cosworth Updates: Into the Shop!
When we last left off, I was probably running out of interesting things to tell you about my junkyard-find 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth. Man, that’s a mouthful. Anyway, the good news is a few months ago, it finally left… more»
