Japanese cars have long occupied a very small niche of the U.S. collector car world, but as the Japanese supercars of the early ’90s—the Acura NSX, 4th-gen Toyota Supra, Z32 Nissan 300ZX, FD Mazda RX-7, and so on—crest 25… more»
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Dec 28, 2017 • Uncategorized • 11 Comments
Japanese Supercar in Disguise: 1992 Dodge Stealth R/T Turbo
Dec 28, 2017 • Uncategorized • 33 Comments
Where’s Waldoboro? 1978 Ford Ranchero GT
Just look what AMX Brian has found for us, a shiny blue ute with an extra long nose! The pictures certainly make this last generation Ranchero listed on Craigslist look nice. The $6,600 asking price even seems reasonable, so one… more»
Dec 27, 2017 • Uncategorized • 41 Comments
Red Hot: 1968 Buick Riviera
Red and black just looks perfect on some cars. This 1968 Buick Riviera shows off this combination very well in all the right places. Had the colors been reversed with black paint and a red top, the effect just… more»
Dec 27, 2017 • Uncategorized • 16 Comments
Picturesque Project: 1964 Chevrolet C10
The photos in the ad for this truck are with out a doubt amazing. It is certainly refreshing to see some high quality photos instead of the fuzzy, out-of-focus, washed out and dark ones that are common in a… more»
Dec 27, 2017 • Uncategorized • 27 Comments
Two For $2K: Twin 1969 Opel GTs
This seller has a pair of 1969 Opel GT’s for sale. According to the ad, these cars were left over parts cars from another restoration. Both cars can be found here on Craigslist. There are two separate ads for… more»
Dec 27, 2017 • Uncategorized • 15 Comments
360 V8 Tough Spirit: 1979 AMC Spirit
When I think of a tough AMC I usually think of an SC/Rambler or an AMX. I don’t usually think of a 1979 AMC Spirit. This one, though… whew. It even looks tough, all black with those black wheels… more»
Dec 27, 2017 • Uncategorized • 27 Comments
That Sinking Feeling: 1967 Mercury Cougar
Are you looking for a project car? One that has never seen snow?! Just kidding of course, this 1967 Mercury Cougar is sitting outside and it appears to have been sitting in that same spot since the seller drove… more»
Dec 27, 2017 • Uncategorized • 8 Comments
It’s a Primer Christmas! 1966 Dodge Coronet Convertible Project
Talking someone out of $2000 usually takes more than twenty-eight words, but that’s the proposition for this 1966 Dodge Coronet convertible project. Thanks to “AMXBrian” for finding this affordable project car located in Waterford, Connecticut and posted here on… more»
Dec 27, 2017 • Uncategorized • 19 Comments
Childhood Revisited: 1979 GMC Honka Tonka
Long ago, when this nation valued people who worked with their hands, kids were given toys that allowed them to pretend to do adult jobs. And these toys were really cool. Fire trucks, backhoes, tractors, semis, trains, and all… more»
Dec 27, 2017 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Tow Yard Score: 1975 BMW 2002
This 1975 BMW 2002 popped up recently on eBay and listed by a new seller with zero feedback. While that can be cause for concern, the car in question actually looks like a deserving project that is fairly presented… more»
Dec 27, 2017 • Uncategorized • 34 Comments
Four Owner Survivor: 1960 Chevrolet Corvette
Many factors come into play when looking at a survivor grade classic, particularly when we are talking about a Corvette. This 1960 model is described as a survivor with a factory dual quad 283 and a T-10 4 speed… more»
Dec 27, 2017 • For Sale • 23 Comments
427 Barn Find: 1968 Corvette Convertible
In my neck of the woods in New England, barn finds are often quite rusty. When you envision the typical storage arrangement of a neglected car, it’s usually wet with little ventilation. Factor in the liberal use of road… more»
Dec 27, 2017 • Uncategorized • 21 Comments
Colonade Muscle: 1977 Oldsmobile 442
The numbers 442 mean different things to different people. Some see 4 barrel, 4 speed, and dual exhausts. Later generations see 4 cylinder, 4 valves, and 2 camshafts. Either way, for most car guys and gals, 442 means some… more»
Dec 27, 2017 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Camper Inspiration: 1989 Mitsubishi Van
By the time you read this, we’ll be past the Christmas holiday. And while I doubt I’m going to find a converted Toyota HiAce under my tree, this cool 1989 Mitsubishi Van serves as the inspiration I need to… more»
Dec 26, 2017 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Collection Surprise: 36K Mile Toyota Celica Convertible
Buried deep within a listing regarding a car collection sell-off is this: a very low-mileage Toyota Celica GT convertible seemingly in excellent condition. The seller has posted a 1939 Ford Tudor hot rod and a Chevrolet pickup in addition… more»
Dec 26, 2017 • Uncategorized • 19 Comments
Second Chances: 1970 Lincoln Continental Mark III
In 1970, if you drove an Imperial LeBaron, Cadillac Eldorado, or this Lincoln Continental Mark III, you were clearly someone with status. Back then, a luxury car was truly a luxury car, with features and quality reserved for the… more»
