We recently saw a Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing come up for sale that is one of the best replicas I’ve ever seen. Now, we have a Lamborghini Countach that is a close second in terms of how well the facsimile… more»
Italian Classic Cars
Sep 25, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
46K Mile California Car: 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider
Whenever I see a classic boat-tail Alfa Romeo Spider, it reminds me of one of my saddest and fondest junkyard finds of a near-identical specimen that has sadly rotted past reasonable salvation. This Alfa is a much better car,… more»
Sep 21, 2023 • For Sale • 29 Comments
One Owner Example: 1976 Lancia Scorpion
A Lancia Scorpion is not exactly the kind of car that pops into mind when considering likely suspects for long-term, single-caretaker ownership. However, this has to be the lone example of a notoriously needy car that has been in… more»
Sep 16, 2023 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Designed by Bertone: 1968 Fiat 850 Spider
The Fiat 850 Spider was a budget-minded sports car built in Italy between 1965 and 1973. It was a variant of the 850 Coupe and had its flowing lines developed by Carrozzeria Bertone of Turin. A large number of… more»
Sep 14, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Bargain Supercar? 1995 Ferrari 456 GT
A quick glance at auction prices over the last year shows us that Ferrari 456 GTs sell for considerably more than this 1995 version, here on eBay with an asking price of $59,500 or best offer/trade. Is this a… more»
Sep 10, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
One of 1,017: 1992 Ferrari Mondial T
The Ferrari Mondial was a mid-engine, V8-powered grand tourer that was produced from 1980 to 1993. The “t” was a variant that came along later in the car’s run. The name came from the French word meaning “global” which… more»
Sep 8, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
No Reserve Barn Find: 1973 Citroen SM Project
In 1964, Facel S.A. expired. Facel was renowned in France and beyond for its luxury cars. Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Debbie Reynolds, Ringo Starr, the Shah of Iran, Stirling Moss – Facel owners read like a Who’s Who of… more»
Sep 8, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Low-Mileage Survivor: 1989 Alfa Romeo Quadrifoglio
Ugo Sivocci. Sound familiar? Unless you are a die-hard Alfa fan, you probably don’t know that it was Sivocci’s idea to paint a white diamond with a four-leaf clover on the hood of his Alfa Romeo race car in… more»
Sep 4, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Affordable Italian: 1989 Alfa Romeo GTV6
Alfa Romeo has one of the most storied brands in the world of automobiles, but that doesn’t mean every one of its production models carries with it a six-figure price tag. Quite the opposite, really, as you can get… more»
Sep 3, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Includes Trailer: 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider Project
Here’s a pair that decided to grow old together, on eBay, this 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Spider and its pal, the trailer. The bidding has reached $7100 with no reserve, and the new buyer will travel to O’Fallon, Missouri… more»
Aug 30, 2023 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Sidelined Project: 1967 Lancia Fulvia Zagato 1.3 Sport
Well, so long as we are talking about “Lancias”, let’s talk about a real Lancia. Okay, no, not a Spider America, and yes, admittedly from the post-FIAT era of Lancia – but something that has the same genetic inventiveness… more»
Aug 27, 2023 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Minor Needs: 1976 Lancia Scorpion 2.0L Five-Speed
A shocking thing has happened. The previously disrespected Lancia Scorpion has begun to beguile collectors. Now I know I am going to hear some arguments about how great this car is/was, but I like to listen to markets, and… more»
Aug 25, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Low Miles? 1985 Maserati Biturbo
Maserati’s ownership history was a constant shuffle from its founding. Formed by Alfieri Maserati along with several of his brothers in 1914, the company was sold to Adolfo Orsi after 23 years. Thirty years on, Citroen took over the… more»
Aug 24, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
1974 Fiat 124 Spider Barn Find
A thick coating of barn dust and a remote location can make almost any car or truck seem interesting. What’s particularly fascinating is when being discovered in utterly awful condition actually works to make a somewhat overlooked classic car… more»
Aug 22, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
One of 20 Made: 1956 Maserati A6G/54 Zagato Berlinetta
Some of the results from the auctions taking place at Monterey over the last few days suggest that the high end of the collector car market may be experiencing some tightening. Some of the marquee vehicles were either no… more»
Aug 19, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
No Reserve: 1991 Alfa Romeo Spider
Alfa’s fourth series Spider was introduced in North America in 1991. The car followed on the heels of an illustrious line of vintage examples stretching back to 1966. The new car vaguely resembles its ancestors but its designers imposed… more»
