I recall the first time that I spied a De Tomaso Pantera – I was immediately smitten! It was a sort of terra cotta colored ’71 version and the sound of it idling was entrancing. Also, being a ’71,… more»
Italian Classic Cars
Jun 26, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Past Saving: Three Alfa Romeo Giulia Spiders
Well, we all try valiantly to defend even the saddest hulks of classic and vintage cars in hopes they can be saved, but sometimes, even the most dedicated among us have to wave the white flag. I have certainly… more»
Jun 23, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
1 of 21 US Cars: 1975 Lamborghini Urraco
The Lamborghini Urraco is a rarely-seen 2+2 offering from the Italian sports car builder and part of that crop of vintage Lamborghinis with a backseat that seemingly fly below the radar of many collectors. At the very least, they… more»
Jun 22, 2022 • For Sale • 25 Comments
1980 Ferrari 308 GTSi Garage Find
It seems like lately everyone is dragging their Ferrari 308 projects out of the garage and putting them up for sale. That’s not a bad thing, as this is one of the last affordable Ferraris. The classic looks and… more»
Jun 21, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Summer Driver: 1992 Saab 900 Turbo Convertible
Now’s the time to sell a convertible if you’ve got one in the driveway taking up space. Summer driving season is upon us, and cars like this 1992 Saab 900 Turbo convertible represent an ideal way to cruise with… more»
Jun 20, 2022 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Never Restored! 1967 Lamborghini 400 GT 2+2
Bellissimo! A delightful GT (Grand Touring) car of the highest order, Lamborghini’s 350 and 400 GT let drivers of significant means cover long distances, rapidamente, arriving in good spirits and high style. This never-restored 1967 Lamborghini 400 GT 2+2… more»
Jun 20, 2022 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Museum Quality: 1982 Ferarri 308 GTSI
This 1982 Ferrari 308 GTSi stands out from the crowd not only because it’s a low-mileage survivor but also for its very distinctive color of Rosso Rubino paint. We’re so accustomed to seeing the 308s wearing the Magnum P.I…. more»
Jun 19, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
1989 Ferrari 328 GTS: Not Magnum PI, But Close
I’m not writing as an expert on Ferraris, but I do know what I like, and the Ferrari 328 GTS (and various close cousins) has been on my radar for a long time. This 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is… more»
Jun 18, 2022 • For Sale • 40 Comments
Italian Stallion: 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
Panteras were built by Italian car maker De Tomaso and imported to the U.S. by Ford in two series: the cars built from 1970 through August 1972, with small chrome bumpers, and the L, for “Lusso” aka luxury, with… more»
Jun 11, 2022 • For Sale • 19 Comments
1 of 350 Left? 1969 Siata Spring
Siata was an Italian car tuning shop and speed parts manufacturer that got into the car-building business after World War II. Its last new product was the Spring, a 2-seat sports car that was produced by Siata from 1968… more»
Jun 9, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
1 of 12! 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB Competizione
The soul of race car electrifies every Ferrari, but some were especially crafted for competition. This 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB Competizione heading to auction in Monterey, California, left Maranello with one purpose: winning. One of twelve such GTB/C cars… more»
Jun 9, 2022 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Cheap Exotic? 1984 Maserati Biturbo 5-Speed
The term “cheap exotic car” may seem like the world’s biggest oxymoron. Maybe it should be “cheap entry to owning an exotic car”, or “a cheap way to end up in the poor house”. Truthfully, this 1984 Maserati Biturbo… more»
Jun 7, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Package Deal! Three 1967 Fiat Moretti Sportiva Coupes
One of the best things about the Fiat 850 (and later the Fiat 1100) was the tendency of myriad coachbuilders and manufacturers to drop elegant bodies on its otherwise pedestrian chassis. Vignale, Abarth, Bertone, Zagato, Ghia, Moretti – all… more»
Jun 7, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Low-Mile Driver: 1990 Ferrari 348 TB
We all have that dream car growing up, which often began as an image on our bedroom walls that was looked at every day before going to sleep and the first thing we saw when we woke up. Many… more»
Jun 5, 2022 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Rare Manual GT: 17K-Mile 1980 Ferrari 400i
A few weeks ago, I had the chance to explore a private collection that featured an emphasis on four-seater GT cars. It was my first opportunity to experience a 400i up close, and I came away absolutely smitten with… more»
Jun 2, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
V-Twin Survivor: 1973 Moto Guzzi Eldorado
We have only seen two 1973 Moto Guzzis on Barn Finds which is surprising given how popular motorcycles are here. We always learn a lot from the readers and I expect that to be the case again with this… more»
