I have to believe early editions of now-iconic sports cars are going to see an uptick in price eventually. Cars like the Supra, 300ZX, and Starions are all entry-level classics at the moment, but for how much longer? It’s… more»
Japanese Classic Cars
Apr 28, 2019 • For Sale • 20 Comments
45k Mile All Original 1979 Toyota Celica Supra
This opening photo is a good one showing the long-nose Celica and the five extra inches that were added to the fenders and hood to allow for Toyota’s sweet, silky-smooth inline-six found in the 1979 Toyota Celica Supra. This… more»
Apr 28, 2019 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Japanese Hot Hatch: 1991 Honda CRX Si
It has often been said that hope springs eternal, and I don’t think that anywhere is this expression more appropriate than in the classic car scene. I’m pretty sure that we’ve all seen the scenarios. You find a person… more»
Apr 25, 2019 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Stack ‘Em High: Datsun 240Z Series 1 Projects
There are days when I feel like my garage is truly too small. Well, it is – when it doesn’t have too many cars jammed into its 2.5 car footprint, it’s over-stuffed with parts I might need “someday.” This… more»
Apr 24, 2019 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Captivating Chrysler: 1989 Chrysler Conquest TSI
While I’ve always felt that the 1980s produced some of the best-styled performance cars, I’ve also consistently felt that Mitsubishi’s Starion was one of the most attractive in the category. Various different automakers sold the Starion, with this 1989… more»
Apr 24, 2019 • For Sale • 6 Comments
33k-Mile Midship: 1987 Toyota MR2
Though Toyota’s MR2 has endured plenty of mimicry over there years (seriously, save your snap oversteer jokes), the lovable midship is becoming more desirable and valuable in the eyes of collectors. With that being said, this well-kept 1987 MR2… more»
Apr 24, 2019 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Arizona Dry: 1972 Datsun 240Z
Color me amazed to see the bids flowing in for this poorly-photographed 1972 Datsun 240Z, which is said to be an Arizona car with minimal rust. While it’s hard to get the full picture of its condition, the orange… more»
Apr 22, 2019 • For Sale • 33 Comments
62k-Mile Survivor 1982 Dodge Challenger
In the beginning, there were Challengers like the white one in Vanishing Point. Today, there are modern-muscle Challengers based on that original design. In between the two, there were the ones like this amazing survivor 1982 Challenger, which just… more»
Apr 20, 2019 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Clean Example: 1972 Datsun 240Z
Today it can be a real challenge to find a nice Datsun 240Z that looks like it is going to sell at a reasonable price, as their values have continued to climb for more than a decade. Barn Finder… more»
Apr 20, 2019 • For Sale • 16 Comments
9k Mile Roadster: 1993 Mazda Miata LE
If you’re in the market for a first-generation Miata, this is the one to get! It’s a Limited Edition model so it came with all the goodies and, according to the seller, it has only covered 9,000 miles! If… more»
Apr 20, 2019 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Cosmetic Resto Candidate: 1982 Datsun 280ZX Turbo
One of the few things I loved about my departed Subaru XT6 project was that it came with headlight washers. For whatever reason, I just dig the idea of a washer system in miniature, and reserved just for the… more»
Apr 19, 2019 • Our Projects • 16 Comments
Junkyard Trooper Update: Seized Engine Shocker!
Well, while I had hoped my next update on the junkyard-find 1986 Isuzu Trooper I acquired would have pictures of it fording streams and bouncing over rocks, that is sadly not the case. When we last left you, I… more»
Apr 18, 2019 • Sightings Stories • 28 Comments
Junkyard Find: Low-Mile 1982 Honda Civic Hatchback
This generation of Honda Civic may have littered junkyards all across America two decades ago, but they are a rare sight today. Especially, clean low-mileage ones like this! It’s a shame that this car ended up here because once… more»
Apr 16, 2019 • Stories • 10 Comments
Jeff in the Junkyard: Ray Shook’s Garage
Whenever I make a trip to Georgia either for work or to visit my in-laws, I always try to find another salvage yard to visit beyond the one I’m helping to clear out as a Barn Finds Exclusive. This time, I… more»
Apr 15, 2019 • Exclusives • 28 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: Motorcycles and Parts from the Georgia Collection
As some of you likely know, I am helping to clear out a large collection of salvage and project vehicles from a private owner. You can read more about the collection here in Part I; here in Part II; and the latest… more»
Apr 14, 2019 • For Sale • 20 Comments
It’s All Relative: 1988 Chevrolet Sprint Turbo
This 1988 Chevrolet Sprint Turbo is a relative – a cousin or a brother from another mother – to the Suzuki Cultus. This zippy little thing can be found here on eBay in Santa Maria, California. The current bid… more»
