Japanese Classic Cars

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Original Paint: 1972 Honda Z600

As a manufacturer, Honda has produced some pretty quirky small cars, and this 1972 Z600 is a great example. Said to still be wearing its original paint, this is just a cool little car that is being sold complete… more»

Clean & Stock Z31: 1988 Nissan 300ZX

I remain somewhat amazed at how many of these Z31-chassis 300ZXs still show up for sale, many in preserved condition like this example with just over 88,000 miles. The 300ZX has been an enthusiast favorite for years, with many… more»

65K Mile Survivor: 1985 Nissan 720 Deluxe King Cab

During my many years on this earth, I have had five pickup trucks. None of those trucks have been full size (except for a few I bought my son). I’ve preferred a more manageable size truck. Currently, I have… more»

Future Collectible? 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS

This is quite a bit newer than the vehicles that we normally show here at Barn Finds, but it was a reader submission and it’s unusual. And, at 18 years old it’s reasonably old. This is a 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS… more»

Parked 23 Years: 1971 Datsun 240Z

This early-model Datsun 240Z seems like a fair deal at $9,000 if the seller’s description holds water. The listing claims the seller purchased the car from the original owner, who had parked the 240Z in his garage for 23… more»

49 Year Paper Trail: 1970 Datsun 240Z

The thing about patina is you either love it or you hate it. I think it gives the car a personality that you just don’t get with perfect painted cars. It also adds to the uniqueness of this car… more»

Close to Original: 1973 Datsun 240Z

This 1973 Datsun 240Z has undergone a repaint at some point in its life, but otherwise, it does look like a very original vehicle in fairly good condition. The 240Z is a car that is continuing to climb in… more»

Nissan Sentra Ancestor: 1981 Datsun 210

At one point in my life and for the last few years I have been intensely interested in almost anything and everything in the vintage Japanese vehicle world. If I were still in rabid buying mode for these types… more»

FREE Pickup: 1984 Nissan 720

This is a short one, but if you have been needing parts for your 1984 Nissan 720 pickup and you’re in the Mendocino, California area, you’re in luck. This ’84 Nissan 720 truck is listed here on craigslist with… more»

EXCLUSIVE: Round Three at the Georgia Collection

Happy New Year, Barn Finds readers. Over the holidays, I made a return trip to the large collection in Georgia and grabbed a whole ‘nother round of photos of interesting cars and trucks for sale, along with some other curiosities. As… more»

Stored for 15 Years: 1981 Datsun 280ZX Turbo

Sometimes we will look at cars that were released only in the Japanese Domestic Market, and lament the fact that they were never released outside of their home country. The Datsun 280ZX Turbo is a case where the reverse… more»

Boxer Needed: 1975 Subaru DL Wagon

This car has been for sale for years it seems like, but thanks to Miguel for sending in the tip for this 1975 Subaru DL wagon, we can spend some time checking it out again. This 4×4 has been… more»

Rare Toyota: 1974 Toyota Corona 2000 GT

While the majority of the world have received the Toyota Corona in one form or another, only the Japanese themselves had the privilege of receiving the 2000 GT version. They are rarely seen outside of Japan, which makes this… more»

4WD Campervan: 1993 Toyota HiAce

As I’ve mentioned on these pages before, one of my other lingering projects is a 1981 Toyota HiAce, a model never sold in the U.S. My generation predates the ones that are appearing for sale left and right, as… more»

Flatline Flatbed: 1967 Toyota Stout 1900

Toyota made some fairly tough trucks, believe it or not. Most folks just think of the ones that they either had, saw, or heard stories of rusting away before their eyes. This 1967 Toyota Stout 1900 is reportedly in good… more»

Fresh Engine: 1971 Datsun 510 Station Wagon

Rugged design, excellent handling, and easy parts availability (both standard OEM and performance parts) has made the Datsun 510 a firm favorite among racing and rallying competitors for nearly five decades. While the 510 station wagon didn’t benefit from… more»

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