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Around-Town Tiddler: 1966 Honda S65

It’s hard to pin down the official name of these little “sport” bikes, although the name sport is somewhat deceiving, too. Honda referred to them as S65, CS65, Sport 65, 65 Sport, and maybe more. This 1966 Honda S65… more»

Race Developed: 1975 Yamaha RD350 Cafe Racer

Yamaha’s naming system can be a head-scratcher at times. I’m a big Yamaha fan, have owned a couple of them since the 1970s, and have books about Yamahas, but I don’t even know what some of the initials refer… more»

11K-Mile Time Capsule! 1986 Isuzu P’up

The seller of this 1986 Isuzu P’up pickup (is that redundant?) lists the mileage as being 11,867, and that’s amazing for a vehicle that’s almost 40 years old now. Please check out the very limited photos the seller has… more»

Will It Run? 1992 Nissan Pathfinder SE

There is a day coming – if not already here – wherein the vehicles you buy will have an incredibly short lifespan. They will not be intended to be handed down to later generations, despite the fact that they… more»

FJ55 Project: 1971 Toyota Land Cruiser

Is there a time when a vehicle that was once incredibly sought-after ceases to be? It seems every year there’s turnover where projects that would have previously been lavished with untold amounts of hours and cash seem destined to… more»

Dream Survivor: 1967 Honda CA77 305

Our next-door neighbor had a bike exactly like this one and I can still hear the distinctive exhaust note and can picture those wide whitewall tires, which I thought was unusual to see on a motorcycle. He never let… more»

Long Term Ownership: 1990 Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo

As the 280Z advanced to the 280ZX and then the 300ZX, the car’s appeal shifted. The 280Z retained a sporting demeanor, but by the time the luxuriously-appointed 280ZX arrived, a new buyer had emerged – one looking for a… more»

Ready To Restore: 1978 Toyota Celica GT

Long before the Toyota Celica became a front-wheel drive coupe and then died, it was a sports car with proper RWD. The era we’re talking about is the first half of the model’s 35-year lifespan, and it’s represented nicely… more»

Nicest One Left? 1991 Nissan Sentra SE-R

One of the most detailed listings that I’ve seen in a long time, the seller of this 1991 Nissan Sentra SE-R knocks it out of the park with photos and a fantastic description. This is a very rare car… more»

22K Mile and 1 Owner: 1984 Nissan 300ZX Turbo 50th Anniversary

While it’s easy to dunk on people who bought supposed limited-production “pace cars” and other tribute models solely for the purpose of putting them in mothballs and hoping for major ROI, it’s not a behavior limited to Monte Carlo… more»

Nicest One Left? 2005 Nissan Sentra S

Let’s face it, the Nissan Sentra is not going to become a sought-after collectible. Unlike a ’65 Ford Mustang or a ’57 Chevy Nomad, it will simply be an inexpensive means of transportation. However, this 2005 could be an… more»

Tastefully Modified: 1972 Datsun 240Z

The dreaded “re-list”: that’s what this seller is trying to avoid in the second go-round of his listing for a very attractive 1972 Datsun 240Z that is equipped with the preferred 4-speed manual gearbox. The orange paint is a… more»

Capable Crossover: 1997 Toyota RAV4 4×4

The inexorable march from small to large has afflicted nearly every vehicle I have ever owned or wanted to own, but most particularly this little gem: the Toyota RAV4. Introduced in 1994 and making its way to our shores… more»

Power-Up Kit: 1982 Yamaha XJ650 Seca Turbo

Power-Up Kit? That sounds like something David Hasselhoff would have said to his car (K.I.T.T.) on Knight Rider just before jumping over a couple of bad guys with perfect hair. It was actually a factory kit to boost the… more»

BF Auction: 1973 Honda CB350F

UPDATE – The seller has reduced their asking price! Be sure to make them an offer. With only 4,340 miles, it’s sad that this four-cylinder 1973 Honda CB350F wasn’t used more than it was. These were and still are… more»

34k Original Miles: No Reserve 1985 Toyota Celica GT-S Convertible

A known ownership history is always desirable when searching for a classic to park in your garage. It makes it easier to confirm a seller’s claim, helping to ensure that buyers get what they are paying for. This 1985… more»

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