The fuel crisis of the early 1970s saw many potential buyers turn their focus to small cars that were cheap to both buy and run. Japanese manufacturers had developed the production of such vehicles into an art form, providing… more»
Japanese Classic Cars
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Rotisserie Project: 1976 Datsun 280Z
The Datsun Z-cars have long held a special place in the hearts of enthusiasts, blending affordable performance with timeless styling. Today, finding a solid example of a 240Z or 280Z has become increasingly difficult due to rust issues and… more»
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T-Top Survivor: 1987 Nissan 300ZX
I’ve discussed in previous articles how cars from some eras have been treated as disposable items. Many cars from the 1980s suffered that fate, making their final journey to the scrapyard years ago. However, occasionally one surfaces that seems… more»
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No Reserve Survivor: 1988 Toyota Pickup 4×4 DLX
Few trucks have the reputation for toughness and longevity quite like the classic Toyota pickups of the 1980s. This 1988 Toyota Pickup DLX 4×4, now listed here on eBay at no reserve, is described by the seller as a… more»
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55K Original Miles: 2000 Lexus LS 400
You can draw significant parallels between what Lexus did to the flagship sedan market and how Mazda decided to build a better Elan in the Miata. Both companies studied the benchmarks in their respective class (in the case of… more»
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Diesel Workhorse: 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser HJ70
For off-road enthusiasts and overlanding fans, the Toyota Land Cruiser HJ70 represents one of the most rugged and capable trucks Toyota ever built. This 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser, listed here on eBay, is a diesel-powered, 5-speed manual 4WD example… more»
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Ready to Complete: 1969 Datsun Fairlady 2000
It wasn’t that long ago we featured another project-grade Datsun Fairlady Roadster up for sale, but this time we have one with the desirable 2.0L engine that gives the primitive two-seater a serious performance boost. Overlooked by the classic… more»
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Butterfly Effect: 1993 Toyota Sera
Imported Japanese cars often carry an air of mystery, but few are as striking as this 1993 Toyota Sera, now listed here on craigslist in Smithfield, Rhode Island. Built exclusively for the Japanese market, the Sera debuted as a… more»
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BF Auction: 1985 Toyota Pickup Extra Cab 5-Speed
UPDATE – The seller has added a video of this truck running. For enthusiasts of classic Japanese trucks, few models are as revered as the Toyota Pickup of the 1980s, renowned worldwide for its exceptional durability and capability. This… more»
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510 Hauler: 1972 Datsun Pickup
When we think of a sport truck, some might say Nissan invented the genre. The Datsun 720 pickup with offered in “ST” guise, which stood for “Sport Truck.” They came loaded up with unique graphics, a killer three-spoke steering… more»
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1993 Toyota Pickup SR5 5-Speed 4×4 Survivor
With the skyrocketing cost of new trucks over the last few years, the demand for pre-owned pickups will only continue increasing, especially those that came equipped with all the right stuff from the factory. The desirability is even higher… more»
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Small Big Wheel: 1986 Yamaha Big Wheel BW80
UPDATE – This 1986 Yamaha Big Wheel BW80 is listed for sale again after it was featured in June of 2025 here on Barn Finds. It’s posted here on eBay and is still located in Phoenix, Arizona. The seller… more»
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How Many Left? 1988 Toyota Celica All-Trac Turbo
When Toyota was trying to establish itself in the 1980s, it drew strength from its reputation for building high-quality vehicles for a reasonable price. It was going head-to-head with Honda, which had developed a knack for developing sporty models… more»
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Turbo Sports Roof: 1991 Toyota Supra
Toyota has always reserved its Supra model for drivers who liked the idea of a performance model that could also do grand touring duty. It’s not unlike the Porsche 928 in many ways, which did a similar job of… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1999 Toyota Celica GT Convertible
The sixth-generation Toyota Celica was always a bit of an outlier in the U.S. market. It wasn’t an overwhelming success for a very simple reason that has doomed certain sports models over the years, which is that Toyota didn’t… more»
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True Time Capsule: 1970 Datsun 240Z Barn Find
Few cars define the rise of Japanese sports cars in America like the Datsun 240Z, and this early-production 1970 Series 1 is a rare survivor. Listed here on eBay by a private seller, this Z wears VIN HLS30-10683, marking… more»
