Who can choose a favorite postwar Alfa Romeo? The Pininfarina Giulietta Spider of the 1950s and early 1960s? The Bertone Sprint from the same period? The Sprint Speciale? The 1966 “Duetto?” They’re all deserving of display as pieces of… more»
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The Hard Work Is Done: 1983 Alfa Spider Veloce
Up for sale on Craigslist in Seattle is this rather nice 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce 2000, in the possession of a 15-year owner who’s done a whole heap of important things to it. The owner wants a very… more»
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One-Off: 1954 Maserati A6G/54 2000 Spyder by Zagato
So let’s get one thing out of the way right away: no, it’s not a barn find today, but this one-of-one Maserati was once a beat-up old car, with a patchwork red paint job, and no great prospects for… more»
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Fifty-Seven Original Miles: 2014 Ferrari LaFerrari
Immense horsepower? Check. Rare? Check. Extraordinary styling? Check. Low miles? Of course. All of these slightly inadequate descriptors apply to this 2014 LaFerrari, one of only 120 delivered to the US. Lurking like one of the most spectacular pavement-bound… more»
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Rainy But Magnificent: Portland’s April Swap Meet
Every April, regular as rain (and it does), a consortium of car clubs hosts two swap meets – one at Portland International Raceway and one at the nearby Expo Center. Every year, I’m there, sifting through greasy rust for… more»
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Enzo Alternative: 2005 Maserati MC12
It’s hard to believe, but saving $1,000,000 is a big deal for some people. I mean, it seems silly to be concerned with such a trifling amount of cash when car shopping, but this economy is hitting everyone differently…. more»
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Can It Be Saved? 1976 Fiat 128 2-Door Sedan
A 2-door sedan version of Fiat’s 128 was almost my first car. No, really. I’d still love to have one, but maybe one that was already in nice condition. The seller has this 1976 Fiat 128 2-Door Sedan posted… more»
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Rustoration Project! 1964 Alfa Romeo Giulia Spider
Webster’s Dictionary: Rust. 1: a reddish substance that forms on iron or some other metal, usually when it comes in contact with moisture or air … aka almost any old, neglected Alfa Romeo. This photo should nestle right next to… more»
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Concours Judge Owned: 1977 Maserati Bora
If you’re of the car collector class where a six-figure purchase price doesn’t phase you, congratulations – that’s where the market seems to shine brightest as prices continue to rise for high-dollar sports cars. But $100,000 and above is… more»
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Turnkey Exotic: 1992 Ferrari 348 TS
It’s red, wears Prancing Horse badges, features a gated shifter, and can clock 171mph. So, what isn’t to like about this 1992 Ferrari 348 TS? It presents well as a survivor-grade classic, and is a turnkey proposition with no… more»
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53k Original Miles: 1978 Ferrari 308 GTS
One of the attractions of the classic scene is the sheer diversity of tastes and opinions. Some enthusiasts prefer muscle cars, while others enjoy slipping behind the wheel of a car with luxury leanings. If you favor Italian exotics,… more»
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Ever Seen One? 1959 Moretti 750 Tour du Monde
The Moretti 750 Tour du Monte was a limited production sports coupe and convertible built in Italy in the late 1950s/early 1960s. At least 150 examples are thought to have been built, so they were rare when new and… more»
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1-of-21: 1975 Lamborghini Urraco P111
The Urraco is probably Lamborghini’s most overlooked model. That is a shame, because it is significantly more practical than most of the marque’s other models. What helps it achieve that goal is its 2+2 interior, allowing enthusiasts with young… more»
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Summer and Winter Combo: Daimler V8 and Fiat 1200
This is an intriguing package deal. Normally, when we see two or more vehicles come up for grabs in the same listing, there’s a theme to the offering. One running car plus a parts car, or a collection of… more»
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Rebuilt 351: 1973 De Tomaso Pantera
The De Tomaso Pantera enjoyed a long production run and was sold through Lincoln/Mercury dealerships in North America from 1971 until 1975. Ford viewed it as a Halo model, and although early cars experienced quality-control issues, approximately 5,500 of… more»
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Project with Rebuilt Engine: 1970 Fiat 850 Sport Spider
In 1963, after Fiat’s wildly popular 600 series had sold more than 1.5 million copies, Dante Giacosa – the company’s chief engineer – was ready to introduce its encore, the 850. The first body style was the sedan, designed… more»
