Our first cars typically strike a special chord with us, even if the vehicle in question wasn’t particularly memorable. Mine was a 1987 Honda Accord LX-i, similar to this preserved specimen but in sedan form. The hatchbacks are even… more»
Japanese Classic Cars
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3 for 1: 1972 Honda Z600 Package Deal
Quirky, cool and fun, the Honda Z600 was Honda’s second automobile to be officially sold in America. Powered by an air-cooled motorcycle like engine, these small cars are fun and affordable classics. Like with any uncommon car, amassing plenty… more»
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Solid Californian: 1972 Datsun 240Z
There probably isn’t a lot to be said about the Datsun 240Z that hasn’t already been said or written at some stage. Ignoring the comparisons to the early E-Type Jaguar, one thing that can be said about the 240Z… more»
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Junkyard Finds: Classics at Yank-A-Part Yard
One of the comments I make most frequently to salvage yard owners is that they should put their most unusual or special parts cars and trucks online, somewhere, anywhere, in order to drive foot traffic and phone calls. Few… more»
EXCLUSIVE: 1963 Nissan Patrol L60 Soft Top
What Makes It Special? I purchased this Nissan from the original owner in 2015. At that time, the Patrol had 5,591 original miles on it. I have put approximately 1,100 miles on the Patrol since. Currently has 6,653 original… more»
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Top Shelf Example: 1985 Honda Civic Wagovan
Despite the craze for mildly inflated sedans sitting on lifted suspensions and posing as SUVs, the concept of a spacious vehicle that remained easy to drive is nothing new. The Honda Wagovan was one of the foremost pioneers of… more»
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Snow-Bound Sun Lover: 1967 Datsun 1600 Roadster
What a forlorn looking sight. This Datsun 1600 Roadster is made for enjoying fun in the sun, and to see it sitting in the snow feels wrong. These are pretty looking cars, and they are fun to drive, especially… more»
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Luxo-Barge Combo: 1970 Toyota Crown Sedans
The listing for this pair of Toyota Crowns begins with a pledge to find a new home for these rare cruisers by the end of the weekend – and it was first posted two months ago. Perhaps there’s a… more»
Jeff’s Junkyard Finds: 1986 Isuzu Trooper Rescue!
As many of our readers now know, I have a slight addiction to rescuing vehicles from salvage yard-type environments. At last count, of the five projects I own, three of them have literally been pulled from a salvage yard… more»
EXCLUSIVE: Rare 1981 SanFu Electric
Reader Chad M has decided to part ways with what could be the holy grail of Subaru Kei trucks/vans. Prior to being known here in the States for building all-wheel-drive rally cars, Subaru was primarily focused on building affordable… more»
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Preserved Z-Car: 1985 Nissan 300ZX
At just $5,750 – with the option to submit a best offer – this clean, survivor-grade 1985 Nissan 300ZX looks like a very good deal, made even sweeter as it’s equipped with the desirable 5-speed manual. Wearing California blue… more»
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Cleared For Takeoff: 1990 Toyota Sera
If you’ve seen one gullwing-doored Toyota you’ve seen ’em all.. What?! This unusual vehicle is a 1990 Toyota Sera and yes, those gullwing doors are factory correct. It’s listed here on eBay in New Port Richey, Florida. The current bid… more»
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Acty of Kindness: 1981 Honda Acty Street
You meet the nicest people on (or, in) a Honda. We all remember that famous slogan in regards to their two-wheel offerings in the 1960s. This 1981 Honda Acty Street van has kind eyes – headlights – and it would… more»
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Mysterious Utility: 1992 Isuzu MU
Here in America, lots of things are good. But some things that aren’t include how we are repeatedly sent the crappiest versions of otherwise bad-ass trucks and off-road-friendly rigs that would challenge any Wrangler owner for global wheeling domination…. more»
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Junkyard Rescue: 1971 Datsun 240Z
This 1971 Datsun 240Z has been languishing in a Texas junkyard for the past 15 years before being extricated and posted on eBay for slae. This is a desirable early model that retains a motor and transmission but no… more»
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1-of-1: 1970 Honda NIII 360 Super Deluxe
This little Honda NIII 360 is a great example of a Kei Car, and looking at it you will notice a couple of things. The first is that it appears to be in reasonable condition for its age. The… more»
