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Old But Not Dead: 1978 Datsun B210

This 1978 Datsun B210 is in Albuquerque, New Mexico and is on Craigslist with a $1,200 asking price, or make an offer. The seller says that it’s “Old But Not Dead”, which may or may not be the best… more»

$450 OBO: 1978 Toyota Hilux

Whether you like imports or not, you know as well as I do that old Toyotas never die. Beginning in the 70s and to the current day, Toyota carved out a reputation for building capable little trucks that seemingly… more»

$5,900 Or Offer! 1974 Toyota Corona Mark II

If you’re like me, and for your family’s sake I hope that you aren’t, then you absolutely love these little vintage/nostalgic Japanese cars; you just don’t see these things anymore in this condition for this price. This one is… more»

$4,000 Captive Import: 1978 Plymouth Sapporo

Here’s a car you don’t see too often anymore, if ever: a 1978 Plymouth Sapporo! It’s in Baldwin Park, California, just a handful of miles east of Los Angeles. It’s posted on Craigslist with an asking price of $4,000.

$5,700 Bi-Drive: 1986 Subaru Brat GL

This 1986 Subaru Brat GL can be found on Hemmings for an asking price of $5,700. It’s located in La Jolla, California which must account for it not being rusted almost beyond recognition like a lot of them have… more»

Twin-Stick Champ: 1982 Plymouth Champ

This Japanese-American combo is a 1982 Plymouth Champ and it’s located in Pasadena, Texas. It can be found on eBay where the unmet starting bid is $1,000. There are still over three days left to warn your spouse that… more»

Ran Good 7 Years Ago: 1970 Suzuki LJ10

For reasons I can’t get into here, old Japanese tin is becoming a bigger part of my life. For years, I’ve been all BMW, all the time, but interests are changing and some of these oddballs are scratching me… more»

Grandma’s 16k Mile 1993 Honda Civic

Honda sedans from the nineties don’t exactly get me excited. They were appliances. Good cheap transportation. As such, most were driven into the ground long ago. So, to find one with only 16k miles on odometer is a rare… more»

13,392 Miles! 1971 Toyota Corona Mk. II Wagon

As usual with a low mileage car like this, there’s an interesting story that goes with it! The wagon is up for sale here on eBay, where bidding started at $0.01 with no reserve but quickly jumped to just… more»

Sad Puppy: 1985 Mazda GLC Deluxe Sedan

This car is newer than usual for these pages, but its sad puppy face drew me in and I was hooked. It’s a 1985 Mazda GLC Deluxe Sedan and it’s located in St. Charles, Missouri. You can find this… more»

Honey Bee? 1978 Datsun B210 Sedan

This little honey is a 1978 Datsun B210 Sedan and it’s in Angola, Indiana. It can be found on eBay where the current bid price is just over $1,000 and the reserve isn’t met. There are still five days… more»

Dead Batteries: Electric Mazda RX7 and Subaru 600

Do you ever wonder what it must feel like to start a significant project – like converting a gasoline car to batteries – and then abandon it in the woods? I have a difficult enough time finishing long-term projects… more»

Never This Nice: 1987 Toyota Celica GT-S

Lately, I’ve been paying more attention to future Japanese classics. The German and American models that plastered the bedroom walls of adolescents now entering their mid-life stage are quickly rising in value, from the iconic BMW 3-Series to the… more»

Death Trap: 1983 Toyota Crown Hearse

Here’s your average, everyday vehicle: a 1983 Toyota Crown Hearse! This unusual ride is in beautiful Langley, British Columbia, Canada and is listed on eBay with a Buy It Now price of $32,500, or make an offer. There are a little… more»

Big Little Package: 1972 Honda N600s

Although economy cars are useful in many ways, you shouldn’t necessarily count on them to lead easy lives. Easy to abuse and not demanding on your wallet, cherished examples aren’t exactly a dime a dozen. This pair of 1972… more»

Surprising Antique: 1991 Honda Prelude Si

At least in Connecticut, where I live, cars can be licensed and insured as “antiques” once they achieve 25 year old status. So now cars built in 1991 qualify. I assume this is true in other states as well…. more»