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Low Mileage Mazda: 1985 Mazda RX7

Barn Finder Patrick S referred this little Mazda RX7 to us to consider. Since this model is my favourite RX7 I must thank him for that. You will find this Mazda listed for sale here on Craigslist. Located in… more»

EXCLUSIVE: 1986 Toyota MR2

The styling of the first generation Toyota MR2 is well, a bit different, but there is something strangely cool about it. The mid-engine layout and rev happy 4A-GE engine make these an absolute blast to drive! While they aren’t… more»

Stored For 30 Years: 1972 Suzuki Jimny LJ10

I don’t know why it is that tall people like small vehicles and short people like big vehicles? Is that some sort of Freudian thing? Inquiring minds want to know. In any case, it’s fairly well known that I love… more»

Sedate Survivor: 1978 Subaru DL Sedan

As an incurable fan of survivor cars no matter what they are, and also an incurable fan of Subarus, I couldn’t resist this 1978 Subaru DL sedan. A four-door sedan? Crazy. This rare survivor is listed on eBay with… more»

49,000 Mile Garage Find: 1979 Mazda RX7 GS

Mazda’s “Rotary experimental” cars have forged a line in history that can’t be ignored, and this 1979 model still has a long life ahead of itself. Purchased new in the Connecticut area, this Mazda RX7 was driven only 48,439… more»

7,160 Original Miles: 1981 Toyota Pickup Wrecker

At first glance, you could rightfully question this Toyota’s ability to tow anything other than a similar-era Corolla. However, that’s exactly why a Toyota dealer bought a pickup and outfitted it with a tow body when new, as the… more»

Rally Special: 1990 Nissan Pulsar GTi-R

The Nissan Pulsar GTi-R was introduced by Nissan as a homologation special to allow it to compete in International Group A in the World Rally Championship. As a road car, it offered surprising performance in a small car package…. more»

EXCLUSIVE: 77k Mile 1991 Honda Civic DX

Update: It has sold to a Honda enthusiast who is going to care for it. Thanks! We have a new website in the works, so I’ve decided to sell a few of my cars to help finance the project…. more»

Your Fairlady: 1968 Datsun 1600 Roadster

The JDM scene is incredibly hot right now. With 240’s being converted to drift machines, and R33’s on the cusp of mass importing, the elder Japanese cars are not quite in the spotlight. Here is your chance to own… more»

Low-Mileage Survivor: 1986 Toyota 4X4 Pickup

Who remembers the Toyota pickups of the mid-1980’s? Featuring nearly bulletproof drivetrains, they weren’t the fastest or most comfortable modes of transportation but they were small enough to get down overgrown roads to quiet lakes and would climb just… more»

Time Capsule 280ZX: 1980 Datsun 280ZX 10th Anniversary Edition

When the 280ZX was introduced it came in for its fair share of criticism from the motoring press who perceived it as being “softer” than the car that it replaced. While it wasn’t the sports car that previous “Z”… more»

EXCLUSIVE: 1991 Nissan Figaro Convertible

Reader David R and his wife bought not one, but two of these quirky and rare Nissan Figaros. These weren’t ever officially sold here in the States, but now that they are over 25 years old they can be… more»

50th Anniversary Special: 1984 Nissan 300ZX

Introduced in the United States in 1984, the Nissan 300ZX was a radical departure from its predecessors as it was the first of the “Z” cars offered with a V6 engine in place of the straight six. This 50th… more»

Grandma’s LUV’n Spoonful: 1980 Chevrolet LUV

Driven by a variety of factors, both Ford and Chevrolet introduced Japanese-built captive import small pickups in 1972. Ford had the Mazda-built Courier, while Chevy rolled out the Isuzu-sourced LUV (short for Light Utility Vehicle). Both trucks (and later the… more»

Perfect First Car: 1991 Toyota Corolla DX

For more years than I would care to remember the Toyota Corolla has seen duty as the first car for young people. They are easy to drive, easy to park, extremely economical and will handle the sort of abuse,… more»

EXCLUSIVE: Datsun 240/260Z Collection

As some of you likely know, I am helping to clear out a large collection of salvage and project vehicles from a private owner. You can read more about the collection here. As we move ahead with the process, I’ll… more»

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