For buyers in search of inexpensive transportation in the fifties, Fiat delivered, as a new 600 could be had for the equivalent of just under $9,500 in today’s U.S. currency. Sure, it was small, measuring only a little over… more»
Italian Classic Cars
Feb 15, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Twin-Cam Flagship! 1964 Alfa Romeo Sprint 2600
A rusty Italian coupe greets the morning sun with no grille, plenty of dents, and a hint of optimism. The 1964 Alfa Romeo Sprint 2600 in Glendale, California has seen better days, but a freely-turning engine and surprisingly well-kept… more»
Feb 13, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
The Lido Special: 1991 Chrysler TC
OK, so what do you call a Chrysler LeBaron with portholes? A Chrysler TC by Maserati! Well, not entirely of course, but that’s what my eyes told me the first time that I spied one. The TC was offered… more»
Feb 9, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
High Mileage V12 Driver: 1984 Ferrari 400i
One of the more satisfying details when reviewing a vintage sports car is to see that it actually racked up some mileage. Too often, collector cars – especially the European sort – are left as static display pieces to… more»
Feb 8, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Mystery Machine: 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider
Some classic cars are genuine mystery machines, which is the case with this 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider. Its history is unclear, but evidence suggests it isn’t an original survivor. However, that hasn’t deterred potential buyers, with the car… more»
Jan 31, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Affordable Maserati: 1990 Chrysler TC
There’s no shortage of odd brand collaborations throughout automotive history, with the Chrysler TC by Maserati hailing as a worthy contender for falling into this category. Chrysler seemed to have hit a near home run during the eighties with… more»
Jan 30, 2023 • Stories • 24 Comments
Car Park Find: 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS
One of the more amazing things about underground parking garages in Europe (particularly in the UK) is that wealthy families and individuals seem to have a habit of leaving desirable cars in their assigned parking spots for years at… more»
Jan 27, 2023 • For Sale • 69 Comments
Beyond Help? 1979 Maserati Merak SS
Italian cars have a reputation for rust problems, and mounting a case for the prosecution is this 1979 Maserati Merak SS. Its history is unclear, but if I said it needed help, that would make me a master of… more»
Jan 26, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Engine Out Service Done: 1994 Ferrari 348 Spider
It seems if you want to correctly predict what’s going to happen on the upper end of the sports- and collector-car marketplace, just take a look at what is generally the unloved vehicle in an exotic manufacturer’s lineup. The… more»
Jan 26, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Race Ready 1989 Ferrari F40
January kicks off the new year of car auctions in the United States. Among the largest and most well known is the Barrett-Jackson auction in Scottsdale, Arizona. Their auction has expanded to a full week and features the top… more»
Jan 26, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Build Your Own: Ferrari Testarossa Rear Fender
Occasionally, I think about selling the various heaps that I own so I could own one very special car, like a Ferrari Mondial or an Aston Martin DB7. I always pass on this notion as I like variety in… more»
Jan 23, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Mr. Pantera’s Car? 1974 DeTomaso Pantera
So, this 1974 DeTomaso Pantera belonged to Mr. Pantera, did it? Pantera, of course, being Italian for Panther. Well, if you did deep enough into the listing, the owner was actually some cat named Wallace Baldyga who was the… more»
Jan 23, 2023 • For Sale • 49 Comments
Surviving Showcar: 1957 Chrysler Ghia Super Dart 400
Although many show and concept cars end their days in a crusher when they’ve served their useful purpose, some manage to avoid that fate. Those remaining often return to show duty or a museum, but this 1957 Chrysler Ghia… more»
Jan 23, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
4-Seat Exotic: 1972 Lamborghini Jarama S Project
The 2+2 Italians are a chronically underappreciated lot, but if you follow this genre of sports cars, it’s not hard to see why traditional collectors vie away from them. You have all of the upkeep of a vintage Italian… more»
Jan 22, 2023 • For Sale • 24 Comments
1-of-19: 1953 Chrysler Special by Ghia
For some people, the Ghia name is immediately associated with a luxury trim level of some domestic Ford models. However, there is more to Carrozzeria Ghia than a mere badge because it has designed and produced bodies for concept… more»
Jan 20, 2023 • For Sale • 25 Comments
One Family Owned: 1979 Fiat X1/9
Sometimes, we grow so accustomed to seeing a particular car in rough condition that we forget what it’s like to see an example that has been loved. That’s certainly the case with a vehicle like the Fiat X1/9, which… more»
