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»
Japanese Classic Cars
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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»
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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»
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Desirable Early Example: 1970 Datsun 240Z
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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
