Nissan/Datsun developed a reputation during the 1960s and 1970s for producing affordable vehicles that were reliable and well-equipped by the standards of the day. It revealed its sporting credentials when it unveiled its first Z-Car, but it was the… more»
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No Rust! 1989 Subaru GL-10 4WD Wagon Turbo
No rust? On a 3.5-decade-old Subaru?! That’s what the seller says about this perfect-looking 1989 Subaru GL-10 4WD Wagon, and from looking at the 174 photos (!!) the seller has uploaded to their listing here on eBay in Mullins,… more»
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Turbocharged Anniversary Edition: 1984 Nissan 300ZX
The Z31 era of the Nissan 300ZX remains one of the more attainable Japanese sports cars from the 80s and 90s. In fact, some Z31s are sent straight to the boneyard in the sky when rust or mechanical issues… more»
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5-Speed Survivor: 1987 Honda Prelude Si
This 1987 Honda Prelude Si is from a seller I used to follow quite often, as it’s a dealer in Georgia that seems to get its hands on some incredible survivors of otherwise ordinary cars. The idea of a… more»
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BF Auction: 1974 Datsun B210
While not as sought after as its sibling, the Datsun 510, these B210s are starting to gain a dedicated following. Finding solid and clean original examples is nearly unheard of, as most were abused and sent to the recycler… more»
First Generation Project: 1988 Acura Integra LS
There are cars you used to see everywhere; then, one day, it dawns on you that the vehicle must be practically extinct. Honda Civics and Accords are obviously a dime a dozen, but in the 1980s and the early… more»
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No Reserve Donation: 1978 Toyota Celica GT
Is there a car that is so durable you can afford to take a chance on buying one that is otherwise destined for the scrap heap if you don’t save it? The Toyota Celica may be such a car,… more»
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$3,000 or Best Offer! 1978 Toyota Sunrader
How much? $3,000, and the seller is willing to negotiate? From this one photo, that sure seems like a steal. This Class-C, 1978 Toyota Sunrader Camper needs interior work, but for 30 $100 bills, it sure seems like a… more»
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BF Auction: 2007 Nissan Frontier SE 6-Speed
We don’t usually check out vehicles newer than a couple of decades old, but most of us are big fans of pickups, no matter what they are or what era they’re from. They’re especially interesting when they’re in such… more»
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BF Auction: 1985 Toyota Celica Sport Coupe Notchback
Hatchback, or Notchback, that is the question: whether ’til nobler in the mind to suffer the slings and arrows of opening a hatchback or lifting a trunk lid… to misquote Bill Shakespeare, who I’m sure would have been a… more»
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First U.S. Hybrid? 2000 Honda Insight 5-Speed
Honda touted the Insight as the “first production gasoline-electric hybrid automobile sold in America” when it entered the market in late 1999, seven months before the first Prius. This first-year, 25-year-old Citrus Yellow 2000 Honda Insight with a five-speed… more»
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Twofer Projects: Pair of 1970s Datsun 240Z
Known as the Fairlady Z in Japan, the Datsun 240Z (and its successors) became a popular alternative to British sports cars. Powered by a 2.4-liter 6-banger, the 240Z helped put Nissan on the map in the U.S. from 1970… more»
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Trade for a Golf Cart: 1982 Honda Prelude
The Honda Prelude has enjoyed some renewed excitement in the vintage car marketplace in recent years, particularly when found in low mileage, survivor-grade condition in a desirable color. Like most cars presenting to be sporty, the lack of real… more»
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70 HP Pocket Rocket: 1988 Chevrolet Sprint Turbo
Looking like it’s been restored, this rebadged Suzuki Cultus turbo was known as the Chevy Sprint Turbo here, and the turbo version is the one you want. This 1988 Chevrolet Sprint Turbo is posted here on Facebook Marketplace in… more»
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Ran When Parked: 1971 Honda Z600 Project
Who remembers the Honda Z600 of the early 1970s? It may have been the smallest production car sold in the U.S. at the time, with a length of just 123 inches and weighing around 1,300 lbs. It was the… more»
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Former Arizonian: 1993 Toyota FZJ80 Land Cruiser
Is the Toyota Land Cruiser the toughest road-going vehicle ever made? More than 10 million copies have been sold since the model was introduced in 1951, so someone thinks so! This 1993 FZJ80 is offered here on craigslist for… more»
