Italian Classic Cars

Save Them from the Crusher! Stash of Vintage Cars & Trucks

Located in the woods near Loudon, New Hampshire is a salvage yard that contains at least fifty old cars and trucks. There are more than that out there, but those are just the ones we could identify from some… more»

Rare 1974 Lamborghini Urraco P250

Lamborghini went from a farm equipment manufacturer to one of the most revered sports car makers in the world thanks to a bad clutch on Ferrucio Lamborghini’s personal Ferrari. Ever since, Lamborghinis have been synonymous with speed, and the… more»

Stored For 50 Years: 1959 Fiat 600

There are many things that an enthusiast has to consider when embarking upon a restoration or project build. One of these is whether they have sufficient workshop space, which can be a prime concern if the car is big,… more»

Rare in Yellow: 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider

We just wrote about a similar Alfa Romeo Spider a few days ago, but it seems positively benign compared to this gorgeous 1977 model that wears eye-catching yellow paint. I believe the color is known as Giallo Pagoda paint,… more»

No Reserve Roadster: 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce

The Alfa Romeo Spider remains one of the biggest bargains in the vintage sports car world, provided you’re shopping for one made after 1973. The later cars are widely available, to the point that there’s more than a few… more»

No Reserve: 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider Veloce

Classic Italian sports cars can be one of the most rewarding vehicles on the planet. They rarely possess mountains of horsepower, but what they have, they offer willingly. If you pointed this 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider Veloce at… more»

Budget Ferrari: 1967 Fiat Dino Spider 2.0

In the world of sports cars, style and performance have traditionally been associated with certain marques, and those marques, in turn, come with a price. This exclusivity breeds comparisons, some legitimate, some less so. The Karmann Ghia was called… more»

Mechanical Overhaul Done: 1991 Alfa Romeo 164S

I’ve only mentioned very casually that I recently picked up my first Alfa Romeo project, a 1988 Milano Verde. It should be sweet when it once again runs, as the 3.0 “Busso” V6 is known for its sonorous engine… more»

Military Luxury Truck: 1989 Laforza

The world of 1980s SUVs continues to heat up as the spillover effect of the K5 Chevy Blazer and original Ford Bronco is felt. Trucks like 4Runners, Land Cruisers, and Dodge Raiders continue to appreciate while still remaining somewhat… more»

Package Deal Project: 1985 Maserati Biturbo

When it comes to certain “problem” cars, it makes sense to buy the best one you can get. If you can’t swing that, I recommend buying the one you can afford with as many spares as possible. This 1985… more»

My 1974 Fiat 124 Spider Sold!

UPDATE – Last night, George B and his wife came to take a look at the Fiat. I had a huge amount of interest in the car, George was one of the first people to contact me and he… more»

Exotic Barn Find: 1975 Alfa Romeo Montreal

The Alfa Romeo Montreal is one of those rare sports cars that remains somewhat obtainable for mere mortals (who still maintain a healthy bank account balance) while it continues along a clearly upward trajectory in the marketplace. The Montreal… more»

Super Clean 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta

Although the relentless sun can bake rubber and destroy seat vinyl, a city like Phoenix, Arizona is a really good place to source cars like this 1976 Alfa-Romeo Alfetta GT. I owned a same-year one of these, having paid… more»

Two-Stroke Microcar: 1960 Vespa 400

When you think of the name “Vespa,” images of old, 2-stroke scooters tend to come to mind. As the grandfather of all scoots, Vespa production started in 1946 and continues today, although the bikes are much more modern now… more»

Potential Bargain: 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider Veloce

Classic Alfa Romeos are renowned for two things. They are generally equipped with fizzy little engines that deliver surprising performance from a modest capacity. They are also prone to developing significant rust problems if not treated with care. It… more»

Cape Cod Barn Find: 1986 Alfa Romeo Spider

Alfa Romeo Spiders aren’t exactly uncommon finds, as the company seemingly sold a ton of them when they were new. The Spider is the one Alfa Romeo model that will still appear in your local self-service junkyard fairly dependably,… more»

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