Potential is everywhere in the car world if you look hard enough. Or, sometimes, you don’t have to look hard at all. The Alfa Romeo Spider remains one of the more accessible classic cars out there, with endless options… more»
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Coachbuilt Fiat: 1965 Ghia 1500 GT
Carrozzeria Ghia was founded in Turin, Italy, a century ago. Crafting sleek aluminum bodies for Alfa Romeo, Lancia, and Fiat, the company became an arbiter of automotive style. A carousel of corporate owners and designers did not diminish the… more»
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Tiny Driver: 1970 Fiat 500L
Developing a large car is relatively easy because there is typically room to adjust its physical dimensions. However, small cars pose a greater challenge because they often require creative thinking when contemplating packaging efficiency. This 1970 Fiat 500L perfectly… more»
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Driveway Find: 1985 Ferrari 308 GTS
One of the downsides to Facebook Marketplace is that the platform almost encourages owners to post as little information as possible, and there’s no real penalty for it. Let’s face it, sellers get pummeled by messages from tire kickers… more»
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Long-Term Ownership: 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta
This 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta fell into sympathetic hands when it was sold 23 years ago to the current owner. He has pampered this worthy beast at every turn, giving it whatever it needed and more. For instance, while… more»
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Estate Sale Gold: Alfa Romeo Projects and Track Cars
Finding the remains of what was once a great collection is both exciting and melancholy. Knowing many of us have been in a position where we ran out of time to get a project completed but could always hit… more»
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36k Original Miles: 1971 Fiat 850 Spider
If you prefer pocket-sized classics, you may be drawn to this 1971 Fiat 850 Spider. It has a known history and presents superbly, thanks to the seller’s comprehensive cosmetic refresh. With only 36,000 miles on the clock, it is… more»
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24K Original Miles: 1989 Maserati Biturbo Cabriolet
The Zagato-designed Maserati Biturbo still rubs me the right way, which is never a good thing. A car known for being somewhat finnicky in the reliability department, the Biturbo was never as bad as it was made out to… more»
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Affordable Exotic: 1974 Fiat X1/9
What defines an exotic car? Distinctive styling by a celebrated coachbuilder, advanced mechanical components, and intangible presence? Rarity combined with a particular badge? Each of us likely has our own definition, sometimes boiling down to: “I’ll know it when… more»
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27-Years-Owned: 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider 1600 “Duetto”
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»
