The Nissan Figaro was one of four Back To The Future Nissan retro limited production cars introduced at the 1989 Tokyo auto show. All four (the other three were the Be-1, Pao and the S-Cargo) were based on a… more»
Japanese Classic Cars
Jun 8, 2018 • Classifieds • 9 Comments
Reader Find: 1985 Toyota Celica GT-S
What Makes It Special? Best year of GT-S and it’s an original two-owner car.
Jun 7, 2018 • For Sale • 5 Comments
4WD Wedge: 1989 Subaru XT
It’s difficult to chart the projected path of a future classic. I thought I was ahead of the curve when I snagged an original owner 1988 Subaru XT6 a few years ago, only to learn that while appreciated by… more»
Jun 6, 2018 • Uncategorized • 12 Comments
Bruiser Cruiser: 1974 Toyota FJ55 Land Cruiser
This big, tired, and slightly-beat bruiser is a 1974 Toyota FJ55 Land Cruiser. It’s only fitting that a big vehicle would be a big project. This one is listed on eBay with an unmet opening bid of $1,999 and there… more»
Jun 5, 2018 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Survivor L-Type: 1982 Toyota Supra
This 1982 Toyota Supra L-Type has been garage stored since new, yielding the impressive cosmetic condition seen here. The seller contends that despite the average mileage, the Supra remains in exceptional condition with an aftermarket radio the sole deviation… more»
Jun 5, 2018 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Solid Frame: 1976 Toyota Land Cruiser
Despite the numerous vehicles made in the late 1970s of dubious quality and performance, the FJ40 Land Cruiser was one of the bright spots. If you measure performance in durability and utility, the Land Cruiser basically puts many, many… more»
Jun 2, 2018 • Uncategorized • 62 Comments
The Only One Left? 1954 Datsun 6147
This unbelievably rare ranch sedan/station wagon/pickup is a 1954 Datsun 6147. This ultra-rare double-cab pickup can be found on Craigslist, or here on the CL archive, in the Washington D.C. area and it has an asking price of $20,000…. more»
Jun 2, 2018 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Claimed 12K Original Miles: 1976 Datsun 280Z
This 1976 Datsun 280Z is said to wear exceedingly low mileage with cosmetic condition that seems to back it up. The seller notes this is an estate sale find with under 13,000 original miles, and the high levels of… more»
May 31, 2018 • Exclusives • 11 Comments
BF EXCLUSIVE: Cherished 1979 Datsun 280ZX
Reader Holly S. has decided it’s time to sell the 1979 Datsun 280ZX that her late father purchased new. It’s located in Hayward, California and reflects her father’s love for the car. While the car is not a perfect… more»
May 28, 2018 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Untouched Automatic: 1980 Mazda RX7
Consider me conflicted: this 1980 Mazda RX7 is in time-warp condition, looking quite near to what it did when it left the factory floor. The paint is shiny, the black trim lustrous and the original body lines of Mazda’s… more»
May 28, 2018 • For Sale • 28 Comments
No Reserve Motorhome: 1985 Toyota Rader
This is pretty cool: a 1985 Toyota Rader, a Class C motorhome that has been with just two families since new. The current owners bought it in 1987 off of the original caretakers and it’s safe to say they’ve… more»
May 26, 2018 • Uncategorized • 11 Comments
One-Family Owned: 1978 Datsun 620
Car or truck, big or small – we like ’em all here at Barn Finds. This one happens to be a small truck which I personally have a soft spot for these days. This is a 1978 Datsun 620… more»
May 26, 2018 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Personal Junkyard: Classics for Sale in South Carolina
A seller on craigslist claims to have his own personal junkyard full of classics ready for new homes. The collection seems extensive, with a heavy emphasis on Plymouth Barracudas and other Mopar products. Still, it seems there’s something here… more»
May 26, 2018 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Early Production: 1970 Datsun 240Z
This 1970 Datsun 240Z is a desirable early-model example that retains its numbers-matching engine paired to a four-speed manual. Its cosmetics are tired but the car isn’t rusty, and a low VIN number indicates early production. The seller is… more»
May 18, 2018 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Future Collectible? 2001 Honda Civic
Trust fund babies and high-rollers, this 2001 Honda Civic could be your next ride! This weekend project car is listed on eBay in beautiful Saint Helena, California with an unmet opening bid of $450. Grab your duct tape and let’s… more»
May 18, 2018 • For Sale • 10 Comments
28,000 Original Miles: 1972 Suzuki LJ10
When I purchased my 1981 Toyota HiAce a few years ago, I may have mentioned the individual I purchased it from maintained about 20 acres of automobiles on his property. The cars and trucks were all in various states… more»
