This 1981 Toyota Celica GT is a desirable coupe model with some very tasteful modifications, both under the hood and in the suspension department. We rarely see this era of Celica in any form, much less in a semi-restored… more»
Japanese Classic Cars
Apr 26, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
No Reserve 4X4: 1976 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40
So, is it a possibility that Toyota, a worldwide powerhouse automotive manufacturer, is making inroads in the realm of collectibility? On the surface, it doesn’t seem to be a logical assumption but looking at the models that we have… more»
Apr 26, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
64K-Mile 1978 Subaru DL Sedan
The title of this one could have been any number of things, from “Nicest One Left?”, to “Solid Survivor”, or maybe “Update!”, as I think we may have seen this car back in 2018, or one exactly like it…. more»
Apr 25, 2023 • Auctions • 18 Comments
BF Auction: No Reserve 1989 Toyota Celica ST
Toyota has long enjoyed a reputation for producing cars with great little twin-cam engines that punch above their weight. Its four-cylinder powerplants are particularly noteworthy because they have enjoyed success in many forms of motorsport, including the grueling World… more»
Apr 21, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Carphone Included: 1986 Toyota MR2
Toyota has a well-earned reputation for producing fuel-efficient and reliable vehicles that serve admirably as daily drivers. However, the company occasionally lets down its hair to create something genuinely interesting. Such is the case with the 1986 MR2. It… more»
Apr 18, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Cheap But Rusty: 1977 FJ40 Toyota Land Cruiser
It’s rare to find a Toyota FJ40-series Land Cruiser for short money, and when you do, it’s almost always because the truck is in fairly sorry shape. This 1977 Land Cruiser is complete but quite rusty and will need… more»
Apr 16, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
All-Trac Turbo: 15K-Mile 1988 Toyota Celica
The fourth-generation Toyota Celica is one of the more recognizable eras of Toyota’s classic hot hatch, and when it was new, you’d see them everywhere. The pop up headlights, rear spoiler, louvers on the back glass – it was… more»
Apr 14, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Jump Seats Included: 1986 Subaru BRAT GL
This 1986 Subaru BRAT is a GL model and it’s past the point of having the cool “Cyclops” center passing headlight by a few years, but this one does have jump seats in the back, oddly enough. The seller… more»
Apr 13, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
One Family Owned: 1983 Datsun 280ZX
I’ve long advocated long-term ownership as a desirable quality for anyone searching for a classic to add to their collection. Most cars that have spent decades in the custody of the same person will have been treated respectfully, and… more»
Apr 12, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Early SUV: 1970 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ55
Sometimes, it’s hard to remember a time before SUvs. They’ve been around in one form or another for years but it seems like the consumer demand exploded in the mid-80s with the introduction of the Jeep Cherokee (XJ), and… more»
Apr 11, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
41k Documented Miles: 1979 Datsun 280ZX
Over the years, we’ve seen a few sellers make bold claims about odometer readings, and this 1979 Datsun 280ZX is no exception. However, the difference is that the seller has the documentation to verify it has 41,000 genuine miles… more»
Apr 11, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Mellow Yellow: 1977 Datsun King Cab 4×4 Pickup
Vintage Japanese pickups have been on a tear as of late, with old-school Toyotas in particular leading the charge into higher pricing tiers for what used to be a reliable beater. The Datsun 720 series was its foremost competitor… more»
Apr 11, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
80’s Hot Hatch: 1985 Toyota Supra
There sometimes exists a rare alignment wherein a car is sought after because of its nameplate and due to the driving experience it promises to its occupants. The Toyota Supra is such a car whereby its appearance alone can… more»
Apr 10, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Rare FJ45LV Wagon: 1964 Toyota Land Cruiser
We already know vintage Toyota Land Cruisers are sought-after machines, and it doesn’t matter much which variety you go after if you want to have a collectible truck in your stash. However, there are some fine lines that help… more»
Apr 6, 2023 • Classifieds For Sale • 8 Comments
One Owner Rotary: 1989 Mazda RX-7 Convertible
To me, the FC-chassis Mazda RX-7 is one of the most underappreciated Japanese sports cars of the modern era. Like the MKIII-chassis Toyota Supra and the Z31 Nissan 300ZX, these cars have seemingly languished behind their older and younger… more»
Apr 2, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Rockefeller Owned? 27k Mile 1991 Mazda Miata SE
The seller says that this 1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata SE (Special Edition) was owned by a member of the famous Rockefeller family: Michael J. Rockefeller, to be exact. But, not that Michael Rockefeller, the one who is thought to… more»
