Japanese manufacturers developed a reputation during the 1960s for creating solid and reliable cars featuring excellent build quality and impressive fuel consumption figures. However, companies like Datsun wished to push the envelope with cars providing motoring excitement. One of… more»
Japanese Classic Cars
Jan 7, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Early VIN: 1970 Datsun 240Z
The Datsun 240Z was a game-changer when it debuted in 1969. It didn’t try to be a Jaguar XKE, but its shape was certainly similar. It didn’t go as fast, but its performance was certainly worthwhile. It cost about… more»
Jan 3, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Nicest One Left? 1980 Toyota Cressida Wagon
Distinctive doesn’t begin to describe the third-generation Toyota Mark II, known here and in other countries as the Cressida. At one time in Toyota’s history, this was as nice as it got if a person wanted the nicest Toyota… more»
Jan 3, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Needs Engine Transplant: 1968 Datsun Fairlady 2000
While many of us feel guilty for harboring thoughts of modifying a good car to make the ride of our dreams, in some situations, that is forgivable. If a vehicle has suffered enough damage or is missing crucial parts… more»
Jan 3, 2024 • For Sale • 37 Comments
High Fuel Efficiency: 1985 Honda CRX HF
Alphabet soup vehicle names have been around for decades. It’s either random numbers and letters of seemingly nonsensical names that may or may not have ancient Latin meanings. Or, words that are meaningful in the country of origin for… more»
Dec 29, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Big Block Love: 1980 Chevrolet LUV
I used to subscribe to a theory that when enough was just right, too much was perfect! Well, old age and crotchetiness have, unsurprisingly, changed that view a bit. Take this 1980 Chevrolet LUV compact pickup for example. Somewhat… more»
Dec 27, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
71k Original Miles: 1986 Nissan 300ZX Turbo
When released, Datsun’s early Z-Car range created a sensation, representing an affordable sports car that provided a rewarding motoring experience. The range grew bigger and heavier with each successive model until the 280ZX focused more on comfort than performance…. more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Top Shelf Toyota! V12 1997 Toyota Century
The perfect present for the car enthusiast who has “everything,” this immaculate 1997 Toyota Century could be the most unusual car in your neighborhood. The Irmo, South Carolina classic boasts a V12 engine and enough buttons and wood trim… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Iconic Original: 1970 Datsun 240Z
Ninety percent original paint. Kilimanjaro White color. The classic lines now being reinterpreted on a new car once more called the Z and shown at the LA Auto Show this year. That’s what you get for a current bid… more»
Dec 21, 2023 • For Sale • 2 Comments
Manual FJ60: 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
The FJ60-series Toyota Land Cruiser sits in an interesting spot in the hierarchy of the brand’s most well-loved truck: it’s a full-size rig with plenty of space for passengers and their gear, and it benefits from having the same… more»
Dec 20, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Untouched Original: 1978 Toyota Land Cruiser
As enthusiasts, many of us try to some extent to predict which vehicles can bring us enjoyment while also being decent investments, at least to the point that we break even when it comes time to sell. One of… more»
Dec 18, 2023 • For Sale • 30 Comments
One Senior Owner: 2000 Honda Civic Si
Made for over five decades, it’s hard to deny the success of the Honda Civic. The first few years were tenuous with well-publicized issues for cars in snowy areas where rust wreaked more havoc than usual, but they have… more»
Dec 17, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
14K-Mile 1997 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport
If this isn’t the nicest one left, at least as far as the 1997 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport goes, I’d be very surprised. Finding one in this condition, having been “elderly owned, and with a mere 14k miles on… more»
Dec 17, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Two Owners: 1971 Datsun 240Z
The Datsun 240Z was one of the best things to happen to the sports car genre since the MGB. It hit the trifecta: it was pretty, powerful, and affordable. Introduced in 1969, Datsun’s new car had fully independent suspension,… more»
Dec 17, 2023 • Auctions • 54 Comments
BF Auction: 1969 Toyota Corona with Rare Options
It would be fair to say that early post-war Japanese passenger cars were not the greatest in automotive history. Companies like Datsun and Isuzu were on a steep learning curve, producing mildly re-engineered versions of models initially developed by… more»
Dec 12, 2023 • For Sale • 6 Comments
JDM Troopy: 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser HZJ75
The Toyota Land Cruiser is one of the more well-loved SUVs ever sold in the U.S., but that doesn’t mean enthusiasts still don’t look longingly overseas at the models never sold stateside. There is a wide range of configurations… more»
