Barn Finds reader Michael has located this 1978 Datsun for us and I owe him a huge thanks for that. Not only do I really love these (and have always wanted one) but it brings back memories of the… more»
Japanese Classic Cars
Aug 19, 2018 • For Sale • 26 Comments
2,200 Original Miles: 1991 Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4
2,200 original miles! Wow. When it comes to emerging classics, you’d be a fool not to keep a close eye on Japanese sports cars, both old and new. And I mean real sports cars, not that pain-in-the-rear Subaru XT6 I… more»
Aug 19, 2018 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Survivor SPX: 1988 Mitsubishi Mighty Max 4WD
This 4WD Mitsubishi Mighty Max 4×4 could either be serendipitous or a stark reminder to wait for what you want. See, a few days ago, I went running down a new street in my neighborhood and found a 2WD… more»
Aug 17, 2018 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Double Trouble: 2-for-1 Geo Metro Convertibles
The latest installment of Car and Driver‘s highly entertaining periodic series “Battle of the Beaters” chronicles the editors’ adventures with four Geo Metro hatchbacks, each purchased for between $1,000 and $1,250 and all from the same seller. The thrashing that… more»
Aug 14, 2018 • Uncategorized • 19 Comments
Never Seen One: 1960 Mitsubishi Go Pickup
The range of Japanese oddballs that did duty as commercial and/or light utility vehicles never ceases to amaze me, as you wouldn’t think a vehicle with just three wheels was able to perform cargo ferrying duties. Well, this 1960… more»
Aug 13, 2018 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Original Paint: 1986 Honda CRX
When I visited the large car and truck collection we’re currently selling off a few years ago, one of the cars I “earmarked” for future inspection as a first generation Honda CRX. Now, my interests have changed for a… more»
Aug 10, 2018 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Original Keys Included: 1969 Datsun 2000 Roadster
Among my list of “sleeper” cars on the collector scale, the Datsun 2000 roadster has been a regular fixture. These cars have been cheap for so long, yet check multiple boxes for enthusiasts. They can be reliable Sunday drivers… more»
Aug 8, 2018 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Nice Specimen: 1986 Suzuki Samurai
Some collector car reports have listed old-school Japanese 4x4s like the Suzuki Samurai and Isuzu Trooper as ones to watch for future price increases. I can say it’s already happening with the Samurai, as these have been fetching good… more»
Aug 8, 2018 • Uncategorized • 12 Comments
LUV Story: 1976 Chevrolet LUV Pickup
The fuel supply crisis of the 1970s drove buyers of pickup trucks to the showrooms of Toyota and Datsun in search of more fuel efficient load haulers. GM didn’t have a small truck to offer so they went shopping… more»
Aug 4, 2018 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Appreciating Quickly: 1972 Datsun 240Z
Throughout the hobby car world, trends emerge for cars I like to call sleepers, or those vehicles that start gaining in value somewhat under the radar while we’re all distracted by 911s and Grand Nationals. The classic Nissan sports… more»
Aug 3, 2018 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Piston Powered: 1971 Mazda 1200 Coupe
The Mazda 1200 was the first piston-powered Mazda Familia offered in the U.S. market, starting in 1971. This 1971 Mazda 1200 is listed on eBay with bids reaching, gulp, $8,000! No, really, eight-grand and there are still two solid… more»
Aug 3, 2018 • Uncategorized • 11 Comments
Sweet Treat: 1980 Toyota Celica GT Sunchaser
I got my tonsils removed earlier this summer, so you’d think I’d have gotten my fill of pudding on my two week-long soft diet, but this 1980 Toyota Celica GT Sunchaser looks like a big bowl of butterscotch pudding,… more»
Aug 2, 2018 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Leather Package Survivor: Mazda RX-7 GXL
Generally speaking, a second-generation Mazda RX7 FC car is most desirable in turbocharged spec. The boosted rotary is part of the quintessential RX-7 formula, but that’s not to say you should turn your nose up at a naturally-aspirated 13B… more»
Aug 2, 2018 • For Sale • 9 Comments
A Tale Of Two FJs: ’76 VS ’75 Toyota Land Cruisers
There are two yellow Land Cruiser FJ40s up for grabs right now. Both of them are yellow and appear to be in excellent, survivor-grade condition with bidding slightly higher for the one on eBay. The question is, which one… more»
Aug 1, 2018 • Uncategorized • 12 Comments
Japanese Family Hauler: 1980 Toyota Cressida Wagon
By the standards of the early ’80s, the Cressida was considered to be a more luxurious alternative to the drab domestic wagons of its day. Reviews from the era praised the stylish interior, surprising performance (for a family hauler… more»
Jul 31, 2018 • Exclusives • 11 Comments
Exclusive: 1988 Nissan Safari Fire Truck
We’ve seen some cool vintage fire trucks, but most are simply too big to fit in the average garage. Well, if you’ve always dreamed of owning a bright red fire truck, but don’t own a massive barn to store… more»
