Can you imagine being given a classic sports car as a graduation present? I think most of us would be giddy with excitement, even if it was a total basketcase. This 1974 Datsun 260Z here on eBay looks quite… more»
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1969 Subaru 360: Running Ladybug
The owner of this 1969 Subaru 360 found it in pieces several years ago in a garage where it had sat neglected for 14 years. He has reassembled and mechanically restored it and has been driving it regularly ever… more»
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Tiny Off-Roader: 1972 Suzuki LJ20V
I believe this is the predecessor of the Suzuki Samurai of Consumer Reports fame. I remember seeing these on TV in Africa, I think, and always thought they looked quite capable for their size. The owner of 40+ years… more»
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Rebuild Gone Wrong: 1969 Toyota Land Cruiser
This 1969 Toyota Land Cruiser carries a painful story. The seller had the engine rebuilt at a cost of over $3,000, but on initial startup there was some type of issue and the engine seized after only three minutes… more»
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1970 Toyota Hilux: Mini Moon
If you thought baby moon hubcaps only worked on salt flat racers, the owner of this 1970 Toyota Hilux here on eBay would like a word with you. These old-school pickups were an unusual sight when they first arrived… more»
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Two for Two: 280Z Projects
Too bad this little ’77 280Z didn’t get a spot inside the shed it’s parked next to – that might have prevented it from sinking into the mud and becoming a parts car! Fortunately, it is the worse of… more»
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80% Factory Paint: 1970 Datsun 510 Wagon
This is another one of those “what price for originality?” car questions. Yes, this Datsun 510 has mostly original paint, but one look at the tailgate has me contemplating a repaint. But that’s me; I know a lot of… more»
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Desert Dry: 1973 Toyota Corona Wagon
If I had a bit more time and a reliable form of income that didn’t require being chained to a desk all day, I’d love to go on the hunt for cars like this 1973 Toyota Corona wagon found… more»
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1978 Datsun 280Z 2+2: Worth Saving?
Nissan used to called their cars Datsuns in America and when the first Z car was introduced, we dubbed it a 24 ounce Datsun. This 280Z has sat for 12 years. Is it time to bring it back to life? Is… more»
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1979 Suzuki GS1000S: Wes Cooley Replica
Barn Finds reader Jim S spotted this very cool ’79 Suzuki GS1000S here on eBay, where bidding is fierce but the reserve is unmet. I didn’t know much about this bike at first, but a little research shows it to… more»
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1968 Datsun 2000 Roadster: Low-Buck Racer
While there’s rarely such a thing as a cheap race car, this ’68 Datsun Roadster here on eBay may be the exception to the rule. Said to be a California car through and through, the structure looks sound and… more»
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1968 Datsun 510 Wagon: Not For Kids!
Those who know me know I like wagons, Datsun 510’s, and manual transmissions! Barn Finds reader Olaf E. sent in this great find, which is located near San Diego, California. The seller states that they purchased it from the… more»
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Jeff in the Junkyard: Foreign Relations
Even if I told you where this yard was located, you’d be hard-pressed to find it on a map. While somewhat known by junkyard raiders like myself, it’s not a place that advertises and the inventory rarely changes. So,… more»
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Dealers Truck: 1962 Datsun Pickup
There’s an interesting story behind this 1960 Datsun pickup! The current owner is the son of a former Datsun dealer owner. He drove this actual truck when he was 14, but unfortunately at 16 decided the engine needed improving…. more»
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Jeff In The Junkyard: Digging in the Archives
Due to the summer time activities taking priority over my junkyard excursions, I’m running out of fresh meat. But rest assured, an external hard drive still has a few gems stored away on it, and I’ve begun pulling together… more»
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Jeff in the Junkyard: Return to the Forest
As I mentioned a few entries ago, my last junkyard visit provided more than enough fodder for a few weeks’ worth of posts. We’ll revisit this yard in Western Massachusetts for some additional diamonds in the rough, and, as… more»
