Japanese Classic Cars

One-Owner CRX Alternative: 1993 Honda Del Sol

If you were a fan of the original CRX, you undoubtedly got excited at the prospect of Honda producing its spiritual successor. Unfortunately, the original CRX set the bar quite high, and its eventual replacement – the targa-roofed Del… more»

Little Old Lady Owned: 1990 Acura Integra RS

This second-generation Acura Integra is described as being a survivor-grade specimen owned by the proverbial little old lady. Mileage is reported as being a tick below 100,000, and this example is equipped with the preferred manual transmission. Really, any… more»

Japanese Giant Killer: 1988 Chrysler Conquest TSi

Originally developed in Japan by Mitsubishi and sold in various markets as the Starion, the Chrysler Conquest TSi is a turbocharged giant-killer. Its engine might be low in capacity, but it lacks nothing in the performance stakes when push… more»

Modern Classic: 1993 Toyota Supra Twin Turbo

It’s hard to believe, but the fourth generation Toyota Supra is now eligible for import from overseas markets. This is a car that still seems relatively new to me, mostly because it was one of the most iconic tuner… more»

4WD Hatchback: 1988 Subaru Justy

The description “subcompact hatchback” doesn’t exactly draw the muscle car folks out in droves, but there are more than a few of us who like these unusual little vehicles and we’re an equal opportunity car shop here at Barn… more»

Turbocharged Snow Machine: 1988 Mazda 323 GTX

Here’s a car you rarely see pictured in snow as a marketing ploy that actually works: the 1988 Mazda 323 GTX, a turbocharged hatchback offered for just one year in the U.S. market. These were built to help Mazda… more»

Turbo Dually Camper: 1987 Toyota Sunrader 4×4

So, prepare yourselves: this is likely the most expensive Toyota truck you’re going to lay eyes on today. However, there are multiple good reasons for that, especially if you’ve been hunting for a Sunrader conversion that hasn’t been used… more»

The Z to Buy: 1971 Datsun 240Z

This 1971 Datsun 240Z was recently pulled out of storage where it had sat since 2004. The seller is a small hot rod shop that is listing the 240Z as-is right now, and may pull the listing down if… more»

Perfect Preservation! 1972 Datsun 240Z

It’s an S30! Well, most don’t know this car as an S30, they know it by its more common moniker of Datsun 240Z. And in the early ’70s, the 240Z was everywhere; it was the mass-produced go-to two-seat sports… more»

Better On The Outside: 1972 Datsun 240Z

If you are looking for a car to rival the Roadkill Rotsun, look no further than this 1972 Datsun 240Z. This car does have a lot of rot, and rust, along with no documented miles and no VIN listed…. more»

Pair Of Honda Z50Rs Still In The Crate!

Back in 1979, Honda introduced the Z50R mini bike. As an adult, if you’ve never attempted to ride one of these 50cc bikes, it can be quite challenging (and entertaining). Designed to get children into the sport of motocross,… more»

Minty Spacecab: 1988 Isuzu Pickup 4×4

There are a few classes of vehicles that are effectively extinct, thanks to many years of stagnant values or never being worth much to begin with. Now, with the realization that some types of vehicles just aren’t coming back… more»

Pint-Sized Pony! 1970 Datsun 240Z

The iconic Datsun 240Z combines styling cues from Jaguar, Ferrari, and the general long hood, short trunk “Pony Car” look, a genre named after America’s wildly popular Mustang. This 1970 Datsun 240Z in Minoa, New York retains its original… more»

Six Cylinder Sport Bike: 1982 Honda CBX

This well-preserved 1982 Honda CBX is six-cylinder sport bike that was the company’s flagship offering when new. Featuring innovative packaging inspired by the company’s racing bikes, the CBX offered riders a fast bike with good handling characteristics and no… more»

Work of Rusty Art: 1984 Toyota Truck

Back in the 1960s, there were several car companies that produced “factory lightweight” cars purpose-built for drag racing. They substituted steel body panels for aluminum and some even drilled large holes in the frame to save weight. I don’t… more»

Christmas Special: 1986 Honda Z50RD

Lately, there seems to be a spike in interest (and values) of vintage mini trails bikes, particularly those made by Honda. I’ve recently gotten neck-deep in a stash of Honda CT70s, CT90s, Z50s and more as part of the… more»

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