This 1971 Datsun 240Z isn’t quite a Series 1, but it is an early car with the preferred small bumpers. The seller notes it had been parked in a garage since 1986 before he got his hands on it,… more»
Japanese Classic Cars
Only 20k Miles: 1993 Mazda Miata
When it comes to the NA-chassis Mazda Miata, this is a car that I’m convinced hasn’t yet fully matured in the marketplace. We all know the model and its merits, but that doesn’t mean we won’t see prices continue… more»
BF Auction: 1977 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
It is often said that almost any 4×4 can get you to your wilderness destination, but only a Toyota Land Cruiser guarantees you’ll return home. The Land Cruiser FJ40 enjoys a reputation for toughness and reliability, and the badge… more»
Sensible Supercar: No Reserve 1996 Acura NSX-T
The Acura NSX has long been revered as a peak 1990s supercar, but not just for its impressive performance. The fact that a supercar could also offer Honda-like reliability was unheard of, and years later, these cars are withstanding… more»
Rare Roadster: 1965 Honda S600
Honda has a reputation for many things, and while build quality is chief among them, building raucous little sports cars isn’t far behind. And while I understand that high-revving coupes aren’t for everyone, the Honda S600 is a masterpiece… more»
Roadster, Revisited: 1969 Datsun 1600
The phenomenon of the recurring listing for the same car with minor tweaks from advertisement to advertisement is one we see a lot of these days. Perhaps the seller feels more information or less information will entice someone to… more»
SSS Bluebird Project: 1970 Datsun 510
Back in June, I covered this very sharp 1971 Datsun 510 Bluebird and it was a rare SSS performance-themed model. While familiar with the 510, the Bluebird edition was a new one for me. Well, today, we have a… more»
One Family Owned: 1967 Datsun 411 Bluebird
Before the iconic Datsun 510 had a chance to mesmerize American gearheads, Nissan brought us the 410 and on its heels, the 411. Cutely named the Bluebird for the Japanese market – like many in its series both before… more»
Usable Classic: 1986 Toyota MR2
Another day, another Toyota MR2! This time, we’re looking at a 1986 model that has just under 125,000 miles on the clock and is said to run and drive well. The AW11 MR2s are the first generation models that… more»
Pint-Size Classic: 1971 Honda CT-70
Logic suggests that smaller classics should pose less of a challenge for those writing about them than more sophisticated machinery, which is often the case. However, one will occasionally appear on our desks at Barn Finds which isn’t as… more»
Modern Project Car: 2002 Honda S2000
It’s hard to believe sometimes that a car has already aged enough to be considered a restoration candidate when you still consider it to be “late model.” That’s my response to seeing this 2002 Honda S2000 appear as a… more»
Nicest One Left? 1989 Geo Metro LSi 5-Speed
We’ve seen a few Geo Metros here at Barn Finds, home of the dusty muscle car, and they sometimes go over well and sometimes not. Most have been convertibles so it’s a little unusual to find a regular ol’… more»
Rust-Free Survivor: 1985 Toyota MR2
The Toyota MR2 is an emerging classic that remains relatively affordable – for now. They certainly make sense as a restoration candidate, as they can be purchased fairly cheaply as a project. Then again, when you look at what… more»
Parts Haul Included: 1971 Datsun 240Z
The Japanese car industry developed faster than any other in the twenty-five years following World War II. Few people would have believed its faltering beginning would have led to the nation becoming a manufacturing powerhouse that set new standards… more»
Custom Paint: 1982 Toyota Supra
The MK2 Toyota Supra is one of those cars that spiked in value in the pandemic pricing craze that has slowly come back down to Earth. If you ever sit down and analyze auction results from the past few… more»
Island Sports Car: 1970 Datsun 1600 Roadster
This 1970 Datsun 1600 Roadster looks like a car modified in period, wearing a modified front bumper, alloy wheels with color-matched centers, and what looks like an aftermarket exhaust. But even if you love this Roadster as much as… more»