Not surprisingly, the Mazda pickups of this era were basically Ford Rangers under a slightly different skin, which helped Mazda get past the 25% tariffs on small trucks. Mazda also used at least one Ford color name, as this… more»
Japanese Classic Cars
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Survivor Sedan: 1985 Nissan Maxima
We often talk about survivors as it relates to exotics and sports cars that are put away for years, parked on the battery tender and forgotten until the day it becomes useful to sell. However, the more exciting survivor… more»
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Corvette-Powered Hilux: 1982 Toyota Pickup
When the seller describes a vehicle as “scary fast,” we tend to take a closer look. In the case of this 1982 Toyota Hilux pickup, we’re guessing this isn’t an exaggeration because the work done to make it into… more»
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Bone Stock Hot Hatch: 2000 Acura Integra GS-R
If you’re of a certain age, you can remember a time when Honda and Acura produced winner after winner. Well-built, high-strung, and equipped with the shifter of the gods, the Acura Integra and Honda Civic of the 90s were… more»
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Low Compression Half Price: 1974 Yamaha MX175
New for the 1974 model year, Yamaha’s mid-sized enduro used the company’s newest suspension, swing-arm, and frame design. Meant for off-road fun, not having lights and other road-legal features, this 1974 Yamaha MX175A can be found listed here on… more»
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MPG Master: 1972 Honda N600
I remember the early 70s fairly well when it comes to cars. At 14, I was already car-crazy, and after seeing the great cars of the sixties, I was even more excited to see 1970 Chargers, Mustangs, Javelins, Chevelles,… more»
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18K-Mile 1986 Toyota Cormorant Motorhome
Located about 10 miles from the 2026 World Series champion Milwaukee Brewers’ baseball stadium, this 18,370-mile 1986 Toyota Cormorant Motorhome is listed here on eBay in Brookfield, Wisconsin, and the current bid is just $5,500. The reserve isn’t met… more»
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1984 John Deere 650 4×4 Diesel Tractor
John Deere Company is as American as apple pie, but then again, Yanmar is as Japanese as sweet red bean paste. This 1984 John Deere 650 4×4 Tractor is a bit of both worlds. This American-Japanese tractor can be… more»
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Truckin’ Magazine Feature: Supercharged Suzuki ST-90
This is one of those unusual finds where the story almost seems too good to be true. Magazine feature vehicles are enormously cool and hold a great deal of appeal to collectors who want to own a car or… more»
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Japanese Icon: 1972 Datsun 510 Sedan
When I think of the Datsun 510, I cannot help but reminisce about the days when I had posters of Peter Brock’s Trans-Am BRE Datsun 510s and 240Zs on my bedroom wall. It would be a misnomer to call… more»
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SCCA Project Racer: 1984 Mazda RX-7
When you begin a hobby, it can often seem overwhelming when it comes to the gear that’s involved. If you want to become competitive cyclist, or an angler, or perhaps take up kite surfing, be prepared to start the… more»
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Ivan Stuart Tribute: 1985 Toyota Xtra Cab
Many times, we consider replicas or tribute vehicles to be merely cheap clones of the real-deal, or the genuine article most of us would rather own. However, every now and again, someone goes the distance in terms of creating… more»
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Compact Icon: 1980 Subaru Brat 4×4
The Subaru Brat came off the drawing board as a quirky vehicle – unlike anything on the market at the time – but it acquired one of its more idiosyncratic features courtesy of a 1963 light truck tariff known… more»
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High-Tech Hibernation: 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4
The 1990s marked the Japanese domestic market’s renaissance, prompting manufacturers to throw every piece of available tech at their flagship models. This 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT represents one of the heights of that technological arms race. It is available here… more»
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Mostly Original: 1972 Datsun 240Z
A few years ago, finding an unrestored Datsun 240Z might have enthralled the market and brought a bidding frenzy to the listing. Prices surged for 240Zs across the condition spectrum, propelled by the record-setting sale of a very original… more»
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Rambo on Two Wheels: 1982 Yamaha XT250
Some motorcycles are meant to be polished and parked, while others are happiest getting dirty on a wooded trail. This 1982 Yamaha XT250 definitely falls into the second category. Listed on Facebook Marketplace in Appleton, Wisconsin, for $2,000 or… more»
