This seems like a fair deal if you’re in the market for a Porsche 914 project: two cars, a 1973 and 1974 model, listed in a no-reserve auction with only two bids at the moment to $520. The yellow… more»
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Fender Skirts: 1959 Volkswagen Beetle
I once owned an early Volkswagen Beetle, and through a combination of youthful exuberance, inexperience, and total ignorance, I manage to break it… twice. If I were to buy one today, I doubt that I’d have the same problems… more»
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$150,000 Microcar? 1957 Brütsch Mopetta
Most normal people have certain keywords that they use when they’re searching for cars, like V8, muscle car, 0-60 times, etc. For me, it’s microcar, one-seater, chain-drive, two-stroke pull-start engine, etc. Hey, that sounds just like this 1957 Brütsch Mopetta!… more»
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Restored And Ready: 1967 Mercedes-Benz 230S
Some people will look at a project car and be virtually salivating at the prospect of breaking out the grinder, the welder, spanners, hammers, and all manner of workshop equipment. Others choose, for various reasons, to go down the… more»
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China Blue Estate: 1983 Mercedes 300TD
While Mercedes’ W123 cars are best known for their ability to tolerate excessive miles and years of neglect, it’s always nice to find one that’s been lovingly preserved. This 1983 model is a desirable longroof model, up for offer… more»
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Family Collection Sell-Off: Classics in Florida
We recently received a tip about a collection clean-out in Florida, apparently listed by a private family that comes across as mildly cantankerous in the craigslist description. It’s too bad they won’t do silly things like “answer emails” or… more»
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No Reserve Driver: 1979 BMW 320i
The E21-chassis 3-Series has found its way into my own garage, with a 1980 320/6 Euro-spec car that I discovered as a “farm find” some years ago. This car is a U.S.-model, made obvious by its bulbous safety bumpers… more»
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No Reserve Survivor: 1984 Porsche 928 S 5-Speed
The front-engine Porsche 928 was meant to replace the aging 911, but thankfully that didn’t happen. Instead, sports car fans got to keep their 911 and were introduced to a new V8-powered Porsche. People didn’t love an appreciate them… more»
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World’s Most Efficient Find: Volkswagen XL-1
I’ve had the opportunity to write about some pretty unusual cars during my life, but this Volkswagen is definitely up there with the best of them. The XL-1 was developed by Volkswagen to snatch the crown as the World’s… more»
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Rare Breadvan: Porsche 924 Turbo DP Cargo
One of the first things I’ll do when I make a billion dollars is to commission the creation of a custom wagon of my choosing like all those oil-rich princes and sultans in the Middle East. That seems to… more»
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Mario Andretti’s 1985 Porsche 911 Turbo!
Racing legend Mario Andretti was no stranger to the world of high horsepower, and it will probably come as no surprise to learn that he was the original owner of this fire-breathing, and stunning looking, Porsche 935. If that… more»
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Chevy Volt Powered: 1974 Volkswagen Beetle EV
This is an unusual EV conversion in that it’s a 1974 Volkswagen Beetle and it has a late model Chevy Volt battery pack. It can be found here on Craigslist in West Long Branch, New Jersey. The seller is… more»
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Warehouse Find: 11 Brand New BMWs Discovered!
As your resident BMW fanatic, this story made my heart skip a beat when considering the prospect of a new-in-the-wrapper E34 M5 being under one of those dusty sheets. Sadly, this collection of 11 forgotten BMW 5-Series sedans (and… more»
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Manual Transmission Sedan: 1970 Mercedes 250
Stick-shift Mercedes-Benz cars aren’t exactly common, so this 1970 Mercedes 250 stands out for its manual configuration. There’s not much else to write home about, other than the snazzy red interior and seemingly rust-free condition. The seller says it’s… more»
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One Owner: 1960 Porsche 356 Super Cabriolet
Porsche 356’s are quite valuable and highly sought after, many of which are not half as nice as this one owner project. Purchased new in Germany, the owner was stationed in Frankfurt, and picked the car up upon its… more»
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Rusty Fintail: 1965 Mercedes 220
There’s something serene about this 1965 Mercedes-Benz 220 resting on among the ferns in New Hampshire. While it is quite rusty, the seller contends there’s plenty of parts value in this carcass, more than enough to satisfy the asking… more»
