Many US-based readers are familiar with the Suzuki Samurai, an extremely off-road capable (albeit underpowered) mini SUV, which was also known as the Jimny in some global markets. The original Jimny was never officially never sold in the States,… more»
Japanese Classic Cars
Mar 14, 2019 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Mini Truckin’ Centerfold: 1989 Isuzu Amigo
As part of the formidable years of my automotive upbringing, a phenomenon that involved taking light-duty import trucks and SUVs and dressing them up with wild paint jobs and body kits became a regular fixture of my magazine stand… more»
Mar 13, 2019 • For Sale • 8 Comments
California Yard Clean-Out: 1983 Mazda RX-7
While certainly excellent budget sports cars, the first generation Mazda RX-7 seems to be a perpetually cheap vehicle, even in running/driving form. This example is far from that, and is apparently part of a larger collection clean-out based on… more»
Mar 12, 2019 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Reserve-Free S30: 1974 Datsun 260Z Project
Project cars are always a gamble, but when it comes to a desirable chassis like Datsun’s S30 Z, it often represents the easiest entryway for those with budget constraints to secure one. Though it is in very rough shape,… more»
Mar 11, 2019 • For Sale • 2 Comments
Family Owned Since ’83: 1982 Datsun 280ZX
Do you ever put the asking price aside and just try to evaluate the car first? That’s what I’m doing here for this long-time family owned 1982 Datsun 280ZX. It looks like a nicely preserved car that remains factory… more»
Mar 9, 2019 • For Sale • 13 Comments
1984 Nissan 300ZX With Only 179 Miles!
It seems that there has been a recent spate of classic cars emerging from hiding with incredibly low mileage, and this 1984 Nissan 300ZX is no exception. We featured this one back in 2018, here, and it popped back… more»
Mar 8, 2019 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Stored 28 Years: 1973 Datsun 240Z
Vintage Z-cars are a conundrum to me. There are seemingly always good projects for sale, but enthusiasts still tend to go nuts over the early model 240s, even if that particular vehicle isn’t original or has issues of the… more»
Mar 8, 2019 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Time Capsule: 1978 Toyota Corolla Liftback Deluxe
Like many other vehicles from the 1970s, Toyotas from the era are prone to severe rust issues. Luckily for this 1978 Toyota Corolla Liftback Deluxe, it spent its whole life in arid Texas, and it is now available here… more»
Mar 5, 2019 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Super Cheap Z: 1983 Datsun 280ZX Project
As the last of the Datsun-branded Z-cars, the S130 chassis is regularly subjected to mixed opinions from enthusiasts. For those who enjoy the model, this 1983 Datsun 280ZX GL project is available here on eBay in Alachua, Florida with… more»
Mar 4, 2019 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Legroom Notwithstanding: 1991 Geo Metro LSi
Tiny: check. Convertible: check. 3-cylinders: check. Inexpensive: check. Automatic: screech.. dang. Well, 4 out of 5 ain’t bad. This 1991 Geo Metro convertible isn’t perfect but for $3,000 or offer it would be a fun little car, if a… more»
Mar 3, 2019 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Hot Hatch: 1988 Nissan Sunny GTI
In the 1980s and 1990s, hot hatches – small, front engine and front drive hatchbacks with excellent handling and plenty of pep – were all the rage. While the U.S. received plenty of fantastic hot hatch models, many never… more»
Mar 3, 2019 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Sweet Survivor: 1981 Toyota Celica Supra
When it comes to the various generations of Toyota’s Supra, most folks often overlook the first-generation model – quite frankly, its styling isn’t for everyone. This 1981 Toyota Celica Supra is available here on eBay with an ambitious starting… more»
Mar 2, 2019 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Family Man’s Classic: 1987 Nissan Maxima Station Wagon
Kill two birds with one stone. The buyer of the 1987 Nissan Maxima Wagon listed here on eBay can have the best of both worlds. This pristine suburban family hauler can be your grocery-getter and also be a driver… more»
Mar 2, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Stored For 7 Years: 1974 Ford Courier
Introduced in 1972 in response to the success of the smaller Toyota and Nissan/Datsun offerings, the Ford Courier was a knee-jerk reaction that proved to be quite a good one. By collaborating with Mazda, Ford was able to bring… more»
Mar 1, 2019 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Straight And True: 1978 Plymouth Arrow
Sometimes a seller provides a very favorable description but little to verify in the way of pictures. Here we have exactly the opposite, the text of the ad states “1979 Plymouth Arrow original”, but 9 pictures showing a pretty… more»
Mar 1, 2019 • For Sale • 17 Comments
13k-Mile Survivor: 1978 Subaru GF
I tried to think of some catchy title for this find, but I came up short – it’s just such a rare thing to see an old Subaru of this era in anything but “project” or “parts” condition that… more»
