Should all vintage cars be saved if their bodywork and engines are intact? That’s a subjective question for sure, but when we see a vehicle that doesn’t typically have high values but is also seemingly not past the point… more»
Italian Classic Cars
Jan 17, 2023 • For Sale • 32 Comments
2,472-Mile Barn Find: 1975 Laverda 1000 3C
Triple-cylinder engine fans, here’s another one to sink your teeth into. Even though it’s a motorcycle, it has more horsepower than a lot of three-cylinder cars and trucks out there. This is a 1975 Laverda 1000 3C, and it’s… more»
Jan 17, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
1-of-3: 1953 Ferrari 250 Europa Vignale
It is said that a fool and their money are soon parted. If you believe those within his inner circle, that saying best describes the attitude Enzo Ferrari had towards people purchasing his road cars. “il Commendatore” had no… more»
Jan 14, 2023 • For Sale • 57 Comments
Ultra-Rare 1971 OTAS Lombardi 820 Grand Prix
Update 1/14/23 – This one has been relisted with a $4,000 price drop! Find it here on eBay for $9,500. From 12/22/22 – There are rare cars and then there are ultra-rare cars. This is one of the latter…. more»
Jan 14, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Upgraded Engine: 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Normale
Classic Alfa Romeos are renowned for two things. The first is that many are powered by peppy little engines that punch above their weight. However, it is their propensity to rust that some people find worrying. This 1961 Giulietta… more»
Jan 11, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Rare 5-Speed: 1980 Ferrari 412
This 1980 Ferrari 412 features a rare combination of 2+2 seating with a V12 engine up front and paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox. The series of 2+2 grand tourers began with the 365 GT4, followed by the 400,… more»
Jan 10, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
61K Original Miles: 1972 Maserati Ghibli SS 4.9 Coupe
A few months ago, I had the privilege to view a collection of 2+2 Italian sports cars from the 1960s and 70s. I had never spent much time with cars from this era in and in that configuration, and… more»
Jan 9, 2023 • For Sale • 6 Comments
For Sale Again: 1957 Lancia Appia Series 2
Our own Michelle wrote a tremendous post about this same Appia being for sale back in November of 2022; as it is now listed for sale for $250 less ($14,500) here on craigslist with the same pictures, my assumption… more»
Jan 8, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Stash of Mopar’s and More in Northern Georgia
Along US-129 just south of Cleveland, Georgia lies some acreage and at least one building that contains mostly Chrysler products from the 1960s and 1970s. Their condition varies greatly from car to car and the seller says they’re all… more»
Jan 8, 2023 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Clean Slate: 1960 Maserati 3500GT
Let’s get something straight right off: I’m writing about this $60,000 shell of a 1960 Maserati 3500GT Coupe as a regular person, not someone who can buy a $60,000 car that still needs everything. If you’re the type that… more»
Jan 3, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Italian Supercar: 1999 Lamborghini Diablo VT Roadster
One of the more popular posters to grace the bedroom walls of teenage boys during the 1980s was of a red Lamborghini Countach, complete with its enormous fender flares and towering rear spoiler. By the time its production run… more»
Jan 2, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Tiny Folding Scooter! 1980 Di Blasi R7ST
A what? An Italian folding mini-motorcycle? Yes, it folds up so you can put it in the trunk of your car, almost like a Honda Motocompo. This 1980 Di Blasi R7ST is listed here on bikesales.com in Lismore, New… more»
Dec 25, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Beer Cart! 1977 Piaggio APE P501
Since 1946, Italian manufacturer Piaggio has primarily been known for building scooters. But not long after that, they started producing small utility vehicles like the APE (pronounced ah-pay) to help rebuild the Italian economy after World War II. One… more»
Dec 21, 2022 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Manual Maserati: 1973 Citroen SM
It’s slightly disingenuous to call this a Maserati; I know. But as a 1973 Citroen SM, it does share its engine with the Maserati Merak, a sonorous 2.7-liter V6 that made a healthy 180 b.h.p. and was capable of… more»
Dec 15, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
One-Owner: 1972 Alfa Romeo 2000 GT Veloce
Many potential buyers find classics with a long-term ownership history difficult to resist. Cars that have spent years with the same person have generally been treated respectfully, which is one aspect that helps them survive. That makes this 1972… more»
Dec 3, 2022 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Very Clean 1979 Fiat Spider At A Bargain Price
All Italian cars are determined rusters, especially those of the 1950s through the 1970s. It was always sunny in Italy, so why bother with rustproofing? Rusty Jones couldn’t get arrested over there. So if you’re going to undertake an… more»
