While it isn’t perfect, this 1964 Volkswagen Beetle is a tidy survivor that could make a great daily driver. It presents well for its age and appears to be mechanically sound. The owner has sunk a fair bit of… more»
German Classic Cars
Jan 11, 2022 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Semaphores Included! 1955 Volkswagen Beetle Oval Window
For as long as the original Volkswagen Beetle has been around, there have been some constants: California-look Bugs are always cool; original Beetles are worth the most; and the earliest models with their oval rear windows and “semaphor” turn… more»
Jan 10, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Signal Red Stunner: 1964 Mercedes-Benz 220 SEB Coupe
While old Mercedes-Benz models are not hard to find for sale on various auction and enthusiast websites, there are a few qualities that make vintage examples true standouts. Two of the more rarely seen features in the old-school models… more»
Jan 7, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Oddball Buggy: 1957 Bremen Citation
This 1957 Bremen Citation is yet another variety of dune buggy offered throughout the ’50s and ’60s with a VW chassis and mechanicals. There were a few different flavors of the Bremen, at least according to the owner’s imagination,… more»
Jan 7, 2022 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Crazy Colors! 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle
The VW Beetle (aka “Bug”) is the world’s most-produced automobile, with 21.5 million copies built between 1938-03. That eclipsed the second-most popular car of the 20th Century, the Ford Model T, by nearly 50%. The Super Beetle debuted in… more»
Jan 7, 2022 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Rare 1964 Porsche 356C Barn Find
When the owner says this 1964 Porsche 356C for sale here on eBay in Chattanooga, Tennessee “needs a complete restoration,” you better believe it. Bidding is at $8,600, but that doesn’t meet the reserve. This is a rare find… more»
Jan 5, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Black Plate Special: 1965 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
Everyone likes a new set of threads, right? Well, that’s probably how the lowly VW Type 1 felt by 1955. It’s easy to understand when a few million of your siblings are all dressed the same. Fashion to the… more»
Jan 5, 2022 • For Sale • 22 Comments
13,000 Original Miles: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3-16V
This 1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth is an impressive specimen, with just 13,000 original miles. These limited production sedans have been catching fire lately, especially as enthusiasts realize the E30 BMW M3 is never coming down in price and… more»
Jan 4, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Silver Rose Rarity: 1988 Porsche 944 Turbo S
In every car community, there are “sleeper” cars – truly collectible models that seemingly fly beneath the radar. One of those, in my opinion, is the Porsche 944 Turbo S. These were limited to 1,000 models and featured numerous… more»
Jan 3, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
White on Lobster: 1976 Porsche 912
Many times it just takes a certain color combination for a car to seem even more special than it already is. In the case of this 1976 Porsche 912, the combination of a white exterior over a “Lobster Red”… more»
Jan 3, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Highly Original! 1972 BMW 2002
With few deviations from stock equipment and mostly original paint, this 1972 BMW 2002 in Columbus, Ohio cannot be called “all original,” but it qualifies as a survivor in my book. The two-owner BMW spent most of its life… more»
Dec 31, 2021 • For Sale • 24 Comments
One Owner Since New: 1976 Porsche 912
UPDATE: 12/31/2021: It seems that the owner of this 1976 Porsche 912 is determined that it should go to a new home, as he has chosen to list it for sale on a second site to double his chances… more»
Dec 30, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Little Bit of Everything! Huge Car Collection For Sale
Every so often, you run across a situation where a car aficionado is selling off his complete collection. In this case, we’re talking about an assortment of cars and trucks from the 1948s thru 1990 that add up to… more»
Dec 28, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Sitting Since 1986: 1972 Opel GT
What is it about the Opel GT? Despite not being enormously collectible, when one comes up for sale, it’s hard not to stop and stare at it. The “baby Vette” is certainly an eye-catching car, but it’s never quite… more»
Dec 28, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Rat Rod Look: Porsche Speedster Replica
Despite looking more like a Halloween prop than a project car, the seller of this Porsche 356 Speedster replica thinks it’s a worthwhile investment for a savvy car builder. His price is low compared to what a finished one… more»
Dec 27, 2021 • Stories • 15 Comments
Extreme Makeover: 1935 Audi 225 Cabriolet
I recently had the chance to visit the Tampa Bay Automobile Museum in Pinellas Park, Florida, which is a delightful collection of historic vehicles that all share a common theme: they were engineering masterpieces in one form or another,… more»
