It is fair to say that the 1960s was a decade of learning for Japanese car manufacturers like Datsun. They progressed from building lightly re-engineered licensed copies of European models to developing their brands and unique vehicles. For Datsun,… more»
Japanese Classic Cars
Apr 1, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Still In The Crate: 1988 Yamaha XV250 Route 66
Here’s another motorcycle for the in-a-crate series here on Barn Finds. Actually, this one has been for sale in the past and is on the market yet again, here on eBay in North Hills, California, and there are no… more»
Mar 31, 2023 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Wrecked Exotic: 1994 Acura NSX
The Acura NSX is one of the more sought-after sports cars of the 90s, offering the rare combination of Honda-like reliability with the exotica factor that keeps limited-production cars like this creeping towards six-figures with ease. The NSX shown… more»
Mar 31, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Buddhist Hearse: 1995 Nissan Cima
The business of importing “forbidden fruit” Japanese market vehicles has been around for a while now; it’s practically old hat in some parts of the country after being a very exclusive club for a number of years. One would… more»
Mar 29, 2023 • Auctions • 25 Comments
BF Auction: 1976 Datsun 710 Station Wagon
UPDATE – The seller was able to send over some underside photos of the car! Those have been added to the photo gallery below, so be sure to take another look. Many enthusiasts will pledge allegiance to vehicles from… more»
Mar 27, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Original Owner: 1960 Datsun PLG221 Pickup
The earliest versions of a given model are often times the most sought-after examples, as buyers of those versions place a great deal of emphasis on provenance. In the case of this 1960 Datsun PLG221 pickup, the seller is… more»
Mar 26, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Project Cosmo Rotary: 1976 Mazda RX-5
Most of us know Mazda as a maker of fun-to-drive cars, the zoom-zoom campaign wasn’t just advertising hype. Even their SUVs are tighter and more sporty than most non-premium (i.e., uber-expensive) brands. This 1976 Mazda RX-5 “Cosmo” is posted… more»
Mar 24, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
17k Miles! 1988 Mazda RX-7 10th Anniversary Edition Turbo
I’m a fairly early bloomer when it comes to being a fan of the Mazda RX-7, as my older sister purchased a new blue one in 1982. She was cool with letting me get behind the wheel, even when… more»
Mar 20, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Needs Unpacking: 2012 Honda CBR 250R
Some of the more popular YouTube clips are called “unboxing” videos. The format is that someone receives a new product, and the viewers join them on the journey of discovery as they unpack the item and usually operate it… more»
Mar 18, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
2,882 Miles: 1972 Honda CT70 K1
Not necessarily a bigger version of Honda’s Z50 but rather from the same family, this 1972 Honda CT70 K1 was a much more user-friendly bike for older riders and would have been street-legal in a lot of municipalities whereas… more»
Mar 17, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Pinky: 1992 Yamaha TY250R Trials
As with golf, racking up points in a trials ride is a bad thing. No points, good. Points, bad. Having an interesting motorcycle doesn’t hurt either, and this 1992 Yamaha TY250R trials bike is listed here on eBay in… more»
Mar 16, 2023 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Barn Find 4WS? 1990 Honda Prelude Si
Some sellers have the thought that starting out with a higher opening bid price could trigger an interested buyer to make an offer. In some cars, I would venture that this is a risky move; however, in the case… more»
Mar 15, 2023 • For Sale • 38 Comments
Rare Japanese Super Car: 1967 Toyota 2000GT
Halo models are common as manufacturers showcase their technological, engineering, or luxury credentials. Most car makers have produced at least one, making me wonder whether this 1967 Toyota 2000GT could be the ultimate example of the breed. The company… more»
Mar 12, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Still In The Crate: Zero-Mile 2001 Yamaha YZ250
Being brand new and still in the crate sure seems to be making a difference in the bid price of this 2001 Yamaha YZ250. Having zero miles on a vehicle is pretty unusual, when you buy a brand-new vehicle… more»
Mar 11, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Only 47K Miles! 1981 Toyota 4X4
Former Vice President Thomas Marshall (1913-1921) famously quipped, “What this country needs is a really good five-cent cigar“. Today, I’d add to that with, “more reasonably sized pickup trucks“. We are being overrun by the likes of Brobdingnagian Silverados,… more»
Mar 8, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Forward Thinking, Rearward Facing: 1982 Subaru Brat
Everything is cyclical in the automotive world. Notice that automakers are again building small, car-based trucks. These vehicles became popular with the introduction of the Ranchero and the El Camino in the fifties. This market rose and fell over… more»
