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Parked for 25 Years: 1981 Nissan Maxima

After sitting parked in a garage for 25-years, the owner of this 1981 Nissan Maxima has kicked the car back into life and is now ready to move it on to a new home. It is a clean and… more»

Quirky Off-Roader: 1997 Suzuki X-90

Sometimes it can be very easy to measure the success, or the failure, of a particular vehicle model. The Suzuki X-90 demonstrates this better than most cars because even though production of the distinctive little 2-seater ended in 1997,… more»

Cool Kei Car: 1975 Suzuki SC100 Whizzkid

Suzuki has built a significant number of Kei cars during its lifetime, and some of these found their way out of Japan in modified form. Based on the Cervo, the SC100 Whizzkid was one such car. This particular car… more»

Worth Saving? 1988 Nissan 300ZX

Might someone get a Nissan 300ZX project with just one measly bid? There’s always a chance. This Z32-chassis 1988 300ZX has been relisted a few times now due to non-paying bidders. The seller isn’t asking much for the car,… more»

46k Mile Survivor! 1978 Datsun 810 Wagon

When was the last time you saw one of these, let alone one in good condition? I certainly cannot remember, and that’s part of what makes this 1978 Datsun wagon stand out among the rest. It’s listed here on… more»

21,000 Miles: 1991 Plymouth Laser RS

I remember going to the local auto show as a youth and being absolutely consumed with this car, which in my opinion was a better-looking twin to the boy racer icon, the Mitsubishi Eclipse. The Laser seemed slightly more… more»

West Coast Survivor: 1972 Datsun 240Z

There’s no denying that the early Z-cars capture the essence of Nissan’s halo sports car in the purest form. The slim chrome bumpers and tidier proportions play into one why demand for 240Zs remains higher than the later cars,… more»

Nicest One Left? 23k Mile 1989 Subaru Justy

It’s funny how a person’s tastes change. If this 1989 Subaru Justy had 4WD instead of being a front-drive model I may be tempted but maybe one of you will be. It can be found here on eBay in… more»

8k Mile Survivor: 1986 Honda CRX HF

When uttering the letters “CRX” usually a small and sporty little import comes to mind, but the CRX was also offered in a high fuel economy model like this low mileage ’86 CRX HF. With an incredibly low 8,080… more»

EXCLUSIVE: Rare 1964 Nissan Cedric

Well into the mid-80s, Nissan used the Datsun name for vehicles destined for foreign markets. So, to see a Nissan built in 1964 on this side of the globe is a rare treat! As a matter of fact, there… more»

Magnificent 1982 Mazda 626 Coupe Luxury Edition

I’ll be the first to admit – I absolutely love older Japanese vehicles, even though many enthusiasts tend to disregard them. While I’ve never owned a Mazda, I’ve always adored the vehicles the company produces, especially old school models… more»

Radwood Ready: 1987 Nissan Maxima

If you aren’t familiar with the “Radwood” phenomenon, it’s a fast-growing series of car shows that highlight 1980s and 1990s cars and the lifestyle that went with them. The seller suggests, rightfully so, that this 1987 Nissan Maxima GXE… more»

Seen Better Days: 1987 Chevrolet Sprint Turbo

While nameplates such as Volkswagen’s GTI and Honda’s Civic Si usually come to mind during the conversations surrounding hot hatchbacks, I’ve always been quite a fan of the Chevrolet Sprint Turbo, a neat little compact built by Suzuki for… more»

Rotary Survivor: 19k Mile 1983 Mazda RX-7

If you haven’t been paying attention, then you probably haven’t noticed the record prices being brought at auction by certain seventies and eighties sports cars.  With a 240Z recently bringing a six digit price, collectors are now scanning the… more»

Unmodified Barn Find: 1989 Honda CRX Si

The second and final generation of Honda’s CRX hatchback is largely considered one of the best front-wheel-drive compact sports cars, but unfortunately, there are few surviving examples left. With that in mind, this 1989 Honda CRX that’s available here… more»

Lotus Tuned: 1988 Isuzu Impulse

For years, I wanted an Isuzu Impulse. I was certain one would be in my garage. The clamshell hood, the loose affiliation with the classic VW Scirocco, handling by Lotus, available turbo power – yes, it had quite a… more»

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