People are divided into two camps, typically: pay a little for a project and spend the next several years outlaying cash and time to bring it up to drivable condition, or pay a lot and begin using the car… more»
Japanese Classic Cars
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Tidy Driver: 1991 Honda CRX Si
When Honda released its earliest models, it boldly stated that it aimed to be as successful in passenger car production as it had been in the motorcycle market. Many people scrutinized its earliest offerings and could barely contain their… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1987 Nissan Maxima Wagon
Show of hands if you remember Nissan’s Maxima station wagon. I’d completely forgotten such an animal existed until I noticed this listing for a 1987 model surfaced by Mitchell G. It is in surprisingly nice condition and has to… more»
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“Big Turbo!” 1988 Suzuki Jimny
Beefy tires and a fresh paint job show well on this refurbished and upgraded 4×4, but that’s just the start. The 1988 Suzuki Jimny in Mesa, Arizona left the factory with a turbo and hood-scoop and later gained a… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata
If you’ve been looking for a track car but are on a tight budget, this Mazda Miata project might be the perfect option. The seller has been using it as their track car for the past few years, but… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1981 Toyota SR5 Pickup
Some vehicles earn their legendary reputation through durability, and the early ’80s Toyota pickups are among them. Built to last, they were driven hard, used for work, and rarely survived in the kind of condition this one has. Listed… more»
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The Swiftabusa: 1989 Suzuki Swift GTI
When people build absolutely bonkers cars, it’s enormously satisfying to see them in real life. Now, we’re all pretty accustomed to builds that start with a $100,000 car and make it even more ridiculous, but honestly, that’s an entirely… more»
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Fairey Overdrive Equipped: 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
The FJ60-series Toyota Land Cruiser may seem like an archaic truck by today’s standards, but it was a significant step forward for a classic SUV that could now be used as a daily driver. The Land Cruiser was always… more»
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Stock Hot Hatch: 1991 Honda Civic Si
The impact of modifications on a car is profound, and usually leads to decreased value. The only exception to this rule, generally speaking, is if you are adding parts that have a close association to the factory, such as… more»
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Rare FJ45 Pickup: 1965 Toyota Land Cruiser
With the rise in Japanese vehicles being imported from overseas, it can become easy to lose sight of the truly special models that have always been here, underneath our noses. Here’s one that caught me by surprise: the FJ45-series… more»
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Low Mileage Sports Car! 1978 Datsun 280Z
The Datsun 280Z was an evolution of the 260Z, which in turn was the successor to the popular 240Z. All of these were 2-door sports cars designed in Japan to compete against the outcrop of English runabouts of the… more»
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Parts or Restore? 1969 Nissan Patrol
The Nissan Patrol has lived in the shadows of its more stylish competition, namely the FJ40-series Toyota Land Cruiser, for years. Due to this obscurity, far fewer Patrols are on the road today, but the Toyota also dwarfed the… more»
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V8 Coupe: 1993 Lexus SC 400
A 1993 Lexus SC 400 is hardly the general fare for Barn Finds. Actually, Lexus’s (or is it Lexi?) don’t make the cut often, and that’s with good reason; they’re generally not the stuff of what’s been found, languishing… more»
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Low Mileage Survivor: 1974 Toyota HiLux Pickup
Here’s a compact pickup that managed to dodge the 25% “chicken tax” to find itself in the good ole US of A. The chicken tax was a retaliatory measure taken against Europe in 1964, which had tariffed imports of… more»
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Off-Road Ready Rarity: 1990 Daihatsu Rocky
You want a Suzuki Samurai but fear it’s not brawny enough. Or, perhaps a Ford Bronco II, but it doesn’t have a great off road reputation. Perhaps an Isuzu Trooper – but it does seem like those aren’t as… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1999 Toyota 4Runner SR5
Sometimes, a vehicle becomes so integral to our lives that parting with it seems unthinkable. Such is the case with this 1999 Toyota 4Runner SR5. The current owner purchased this unmolested survivor off the showroom floor as his first… more»
