For a hot minute, I was convinced one of these tiny Hondas would be in my garage come the end of summer. Barn Finds actually had one listed as part of a collection of vehicles up for grabs, but I bid… more»
Japanese Classic Cars
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Baby Blue Barn Find: 1973 Toyota Hilux
It’s not often you find Japanese trucks of this vintage in honest condition without any major rust present. Datsun, Toyotas, you name it – if it resided in a wet or snowy climate, you can forget about finding one… more»
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$1,950 Arrow: 1980 Plymouth Arrow Truck
Captive import fans unite, here’s a 1980 Plymouth Arrow Truck. This solid driver is on Craigslist with an asking price of $1,950 or possible trade. This one is “cash only” so you’d better be willing to take a trip… more»
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30 Years in Storage: 1966 Datsun 411 Wagon
Here’s a nice project for you vintage Japanese car lovers. This is a 1966 Datsun 411 Wagon and it’s on craigslist for $1,250. The body actually looks pretty good on this car, no really! There are a few dents… more»
BF Exclusive: 1978 Toyota FJ40 Land Cruiser
Growing up in an area with a plethora of 4x4s, I’ve always appreciated the classic Toyota FJs. They offer the same level of off road capability as a Jeep, but with the dependability of a Toyota. While the guys… more»
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Domestic Or Foreign? Which Monster For You?
Yes, I know some of you will say none of the above, but play along with me. Pretend that you have to bring one of these two honking tall hybrids home–which one would you choose? The 1963 Ford Falcon/1984 Ford… more»
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Japanese Restomod: 1972 Mazda B1600
Many of us have seen and still see early American market Toyota and Datsun/Nissan pickup trucks. But I ask you, when was the last time you saw an early American market Mazda pickup? They certainly aren’t as common as… more»
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20,000 Original Miles: 1991 Honda Civic Hatch
Ah, the venerable Honda Civic. It is rare to find one of these low-spec models in mint condition. Although it’s still difficult to track down any Honda of this vintage in preserved shape, cars like the CRX Si still… more»
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Yo! 1980 ToYOta Pick Up
To some of our readers, this might be just a solid old used pick up truck. But how many 1980 Toyota SR5 Longbeds do you see anymore, with relatively low mileage and in good running condition? This is a… more»
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$3,900 Project: 1970 Toyota Corolla Sprinter
JNC (Japanese Nostalgic Car) fans, here’s one for you. This is a 1970 Toyota Corolla Sprinter and it’s on eBay with a Buy It Now price of $3,900. Before you start lighting your torches and sharpening your pitchforks, just… more»
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Civics Lesson: 1983 Honda Civic 1500 DX
This two-owner, incredible 1983 Honda Civic 1500 DX is almost like new. We’ve heard the low mileage story before but this one really only has 27,000 miles on it. It’s on Craigslist with a hefty asking price of $7,000,… more»
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Italian Design: 1977 Isuzu 117 GT
With grand looks, and a strong styling back bone, these Isuzu 117’s are interesting, and unique, Japanese built cars. Having been “styled” by the famous Giorgetto Giugiaro, who designed such cars as the Delorean DMC-12, and the Fiat Dino… more»
Jeff’s Project Updates: 1988 Subaru XT6
Not too long ago, I provided a run-down on where my projects stood as it had been a while since I gave an update. Well, the new arrivals from this summer – my first Japanese cars in many years… more»
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Made in Japan: 1981 Honda Accord LX
Barn Finds writer, Jeff, found an amazing Accord back in early-February that looks so similar to the car shown here, but that one had fewer than 5,000 miles on it and was a 5-speed. This 1981 Honda Accord LX is… more»
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$900 Oddball Mini-Truck Project
Who doesn’t love Japanese mini-trucks? Seriously, who doesn’t? They’re durable, affordable, cheap, and relatively fun to drive. With a useable bed and a size and price-point that won’t intimidate most owners, these trucks make great work-horses. Why bother buying… more»
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Attention Future Collectors: 1993 Nissan 300ZX 2+2
A car made for model year 1993 is not going to fit everyone’s idea of a “barn find.” But I’m proud to present it to you, because any intelligent discussion about classic or collectible cars eventually will turn toward… more»
