Japanese Classic Cars

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Dealer Trade: 1983 Honda Prelude Survivor

One of my favorite discoveries remains ordinary cars traded in at the dealership that was purchased new at decades earlier. It really is like stepping into a time machine when gently used versions of cars that some of us… more»

Stored Since The 1990s! 1973 Honda CT90K4

It’s hard to argue with Honda’s successful line of small step-through motorcycles such as this 1973 Honda CT90K4, or Trail 90 – the company sold millions of them. I have owned one and they aren’t fast or anything that… more»

Owned Since ’77: 1974.5 Datsun 260Z

Cheap Z cars are quickly becoming a thing of the past, as this 1974 Datsun 260Z goes to show you. There was a time when the only models that achieved seriously strong prices were the earliest of the Z… more»

BF CHARITY AUCTION: 2003 Honda Accord EX SOLD!

UPDATE 7/23/2020 – After some back and forth emails, we are excited to announce that Tamir and barkford just closed a great deal for this Honda and it will be headed off to its new home soon! We also… more»

Worth Restoring? 1970 Datsun 240z

Early Z prices are quickly getting out of reach for many, so if you’ve been looking for a project to at least get your oar into that Z water, this 1970 example may be worth a look. It was… more»

Some Work Needed: 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS

During their time in the United States, Isuzu was no stranger to manufacturing vehicles that stood out from the pack, and the VehiCROSS SUV was a testament to that. It was the brand’s “halo” vehicle, and in a lot… more»

Project Update: Jeff’s 1986 Isuzu Trooper Project

It’s been ages since I’ve provided an update on any of my project vehicles, and for that I apologize. A few things were happening, including a house move, the pending arrival of our second child, and of course, that… more»

71k Original Miles: 1983 Mazda RX-7 GSL

Update 7/23/20 – After nearly a year, this dusty RX7 is still on the market. Perhaps a realistic offer would take it home? From 9/25/19 – Following on from the success of the Series 1 RX-7, the Series 2… more»

27k Original Miles: 1977 Datsun 280Z

While it was initially introduced into the American market to compete head-to-head with the MGB-GT, the original Datsun Z-Car range drew more comparisons with the original Jaguar E-Type. It is easy to see why, because it shared many of… more»

Turbo Survivor: 1987 Toyota 4Runner SR5

There is nothing quite like getting away from the rat race and pitching a tent in the untamed wilderness. There is also nothing wrong with finding your way to those locations in a degree of luxury and comfort. That… more»

Nicest One Left? 39k Mile 1980 Datsun 210

As with most Japanese carmakers, Nissan’s naming system in the 1970s and 80s was more than a little confusing. It makes even those of us who consider ourselves fans and aficionados of vintage Japanese vehicles scratch our heads a… more»

Limited Production 4×4: 1999 Isuzu VehiCROSS

As enthusiasts, we often complain that the concept vehicles look nothing like their production variant, a scenario that is deemed disappointing because the concept is usually better looking than the mass-produced version. The Isuzu VehiCROSS is one of the… more»

Fastest Accelerating Bike? 1975 Kawasaki H2 750

Internal combustion engines usually have an even number of cylinders; lawnmowers and motorcycles are frequently a single, or a bike can be a double too. Fours, in-line sixes, V6s and V8s are the province of cars and trucks. There… more»

No Reserve Time Capsule: 1988 Toyota 4Runner

This 1988 Toyota 4Runner is an impressive survivor, with just 77,000 one-owner miles and maintained since new at a local Toyota dealer. The body is in outstanding condition with nary a sign of rust, and the original paint and… more»

Planet Blue Survivor: 1975 Honda CB750

When it comes to vintage motorcycles, I’ll admit that I wish I knew a bit more about them. Over the years, I’ve seen numerous bikes left at junkyards for likely simple no-start issues, and have passed by them simply… more»

Low-Mile MX-5! 1993 Mazda Miata

In the realm of affordable, fun classics that are heating up rapidly, early Miatas like this ’93 are in the most-wanted category. It’s up for bids here on eBay, in Flanders NJ, and has less than 48 hours left… more»

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