Ok, maybe luscious isn’t quite the perfect word to describe this fantastically-rare and cool 1972 Mazda 1800. Lively? No, with a 0-60 time of 16 seconds, there may not be much zoom-zoom in this one. But, this is one… more»
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$1,500 & Rust-Free! 1984 Mazda 626 LX
The Mazda Capella was known as the 626 in markets outside of Japan and these sleek third-generation cars, manufactured from late-1982 to 1987, were quite a change from the somewhat-frumpy-but-lovable second-generation cars. This great-looking 1984 Mazda 626 LX is… more»
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Aftermarket Rarity: 1982 Datsun 200SX Convertible
The early eighties were a tough time for convertible lovers. In 1965, over 500,00 convertibles were produced by GM, Ford, Chrysler, and American Motors. By 1976, due to fear of government safety mandates, air conditioning, costs, and changing tastes,… more»
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Donation Write-Off: 1978 Toyota Celica
Featuring a rust-free body with paint that looks like it could come back with a serious buffing, this 1978 Toyota Celica is a recent charitable donation that is bidding quite cheaply at just over $200. Located in Anaheim, California,… more»
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Supercharged Survivor: 1990 Mazda Miata
Normally Miatas aren’t anything to get too excited about, but this one is so special that we couldn’t pass it up. Not only is it in like-new condition having only covered 4,286 miles, but it has a Sebring Supercharger strapped… more»
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Straight Driver: 1974 Datsun 260Z
What is there to say, that hasn’t already been said about the Datsun Z car? It is the Japanese sports car that stole America’s heart 47 years ago. The Z car is still relevant today with many who have… more»
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Clean Third Gen Coupe: 1983 Mazda 626
The early Mazda 626 is largely obsolete, with any remaining examples of the company’s long-time nameplate comprised of last-generation sedans. The 626 took on multiple identities throughout the global markets in which it was sold, with survivor-grade coupes like… more»
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Raconteur’s Delight: 1974 Toyota Land Cruiser
Have you ever come across an ad for a car that is so engrossing that it persuades you to overlook what a monumentally bad decision buying the car would be? That’s where I find myself with this 1974 Toyota… more»
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Lean and Clean: 1979 Mazda RX-7
Most people know that Mazda didn’t invent the rotary engine, and most people know that they weren’t the first company to put them in a production vehicle. But, most of us automatically connect those two dots whenever anyone says… more»
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Return on Investment: 1988 Toyota MR2
In the eighties and nineties, affordable sports cars were being produced by most manufacturers. Cars such as the Scirocco, Fiero, Capri convertible, EXP, MR2, CRX, and the Miata were all products of this time period. While many of them… more»
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Some Assembly Required: Tri-Magnum Project
Way back, when dinosaurs were kings, we were a very handy nation. Without 87,000 channels on TV, other distractions occupied our time. One of the biggest distractors were do it yourself magazines, such as Popular Science, Popular Mechanics, and… more»
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Short Commute: 27K Mile ’82 Datsun Pickup
This Datsun 720 pickup is a low-mileage survivor with under 30,000 original miles. Said to have resided in the care of a longtime owner with a short commute, the 720 is a bare-bones rear wheel drive model with a… more»
EXCLUSIVE: Electric 1975 Honda Civic Wagon
Seller Description: My 1975 Honda Civic Wagon was converted to all electric in 1981. It’s a California car, with no rust outs and mostly original paint. I found this car under a tarp out in the country. It was… more»
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Single Stick: 1982 Plymouth Champ
The trouble with vintage commuter cars is most have rusted to death or been swallowed up by one too many potholes. Fortunately, someone out there took great care of an all-but-extinct 1982 Plymouth Champ, yet another hybrid of the… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1981 Isuzu I-Mark
This unusual car doesn’t seem to have any real striking, unusual, unique features, other than the sloping rear deck. Isuzu actually has made some beautiful cars, despite what most of us have seen in the form of huge-bumper-ridden four-door… more»
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Unrestored Narrow Body: 1984 Dodge Conquest
Among the legions of cars from the 1980s that are likely appealing to children of that same era, the Chrysler Conquest and Mitsubishi Starion twins are obvious candidates for experiencing a surge in values. Rare in stock condition and… more»
