Japanese Classic Cars

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Turbocharged Snow Machine: 1988 Mazda 323 GTX

Here’s a car you rarely see pictured in snow as a marketing ploy that actually works: the 1988 Mazda 323 GTX, a turbocharged hatchback offered for just one year in the U.S. market. These were built to help Mazda… more»

Turbo Dually Camper: 1987 Toyota Sunrader 4×4

So, prepare yourselves: this is likely the most expensive Toyota truck you’re going to lay eyes on today. However, there are multiple good reasons for that, especially if you’ve been hunting for a Sunrader conversion that hasn’t been used… more»

The Z to Buy: 1971 Datsun 240Z

This 1971 Datsun 240Z was recently pulled out of storage where it had sat since 2004. The seller is a small hot rod shop that is listing the 240Z as-is right now, and may pull the listing down if… more»

Perfect Preservation! 1972 Datsun 240Z

It’s an S30! Well, most don’t know this car as an S30, they know it by its more common moniker of Datsun 240Z. And in the early ’70s, the 240Z was everywhere; it was the mass-produced go-to two-seat sports… more»

Better On The Outside: 1972 Datsun 240Z

If you are looking for a car to rival the Roadkill Rotsun, look no further than this 1972 Datsun 240Z. This car does have a lot of rot, and rust, along with no documented miles and no VIN listed…. more»

Pair Of Honda Z50Rs Still In The Crate!

Back in 1979, Honda introduced the Z50R mini bike. As an adult, if you’ve never attempted to ride one of these 50cc bikes, it can be quite challenging (and entertaining). Designed to get children into the sport of motocross,… more»

Minty Spacecab: 1988 Isuzu Pickup 4×4

There are a few classes of vehicles that are effectively extinct, thanks to many years of stagnant values or never being worth much to begin with. Now, with the realization that some types of vehicles just aren’t coming back… more»

Pint-Sized Pony! 1970 Datsun 240Z

The iconic Datsun 240Z combines styling cues from Jaguar, Ferrari, and the general long hood, short trunk “Pony Car” look, a genre named after America’s wildly popular Mustang. This 1970 Datsun 240Z in Minoa, New York retains its original… more»

Six Cylinder Sport Bike: 1982 Honda CBX

This well-preserved 1982 Honda CBX is six-cylinder sport bike that was the company’s flagship offering when new. Featuring innovative packaging inspired by the company’s racing bikes, the CBX offered riders a fast bike with good handling characteristics and no… more»

Work of Rusty Art: 1984 Toyota Truck

Back in the 1960s, there were several car companies that produced “factory lightweight” cars purpose-built for drag racing. They substituted steel body panels for aluminum and some even drilled large holes in the frame to save weight. I don’t… more»

Christmas Special: 1986 Honda Z50RD

Lately, there seems to be a spike in interest (and values) of vintage mini trails bikes, particularly those made by Honda. I’ve recently gotten neck-deep in a stash of Honda CT70s, CT90s, Z50s and more as part of the… more»

Parked in 1999: 1973 Toyota Celica

Don’t be fooled by the faded and baked appearance, because this 1973 Toyota Celica is a solid and rust-free Japanese classic that is just begging to be restored. They can be an enjoyable little car to own and drive,… more»

No Reserve: 89k Mile 1986 Honda CRX

This clean low-mileage 1986 Honda CRX is a nicely preserved example of the classic two-seater hatchback, but it’s not without its issues. The seller notes some mechanical challenges that he’s not interested in tackling before the sale, including a… more»

Low Mile Survivor: 1978 Datsun 280Z

Up for sale is a wonderful 1978 Datsun 280Z that is located in Woodbury, New Jersey. These cars are becoming increasingly popular and that is very evident by the 69 bids that have been placed for this car. What… more»

Diesel HD Wagon! 1993 Toyota Corolla

In the world of heavy-duty utility vehicles, one might think of a Toyota Landcruiser or Land Rover Defender. A Jeep Rubicon, perhaps even an H1 Hummer. But a Corolla wagon? Surely you jest. I jest not, as this is… more»

Pristine Extended Cab: 1999 Toyota Tacoma TR5

When we talk about collector vehicles, there’s often chatter mixed in about which ones will at least return the purchase price investment, if not flat-out appreciate as time goes on. Who could have predicted just a few years ago… more»

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