We have discussed the dangers of buying a car through Copart before. They deal in salvage vehicles and they don’t provide much information, so it can be very risky. Still, every once in a while we run across something… more»
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Jan 22, 2015 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Slightly Batty: 1957 Lincoln Capri
Lincoln in the ‘50s was a far cry from the Lincoln of today. Believe it or not, the brand was known for its high performance cars, especially the Capri model as seen here. Positioned below both the Continental and… more»
Jan 22, 2015 • For Sale • 11 Comments
1967 Fiat-Alfa Romeo Ghia 1500GT…Wait What?
Two famous Italian car makers names together for one vehicle. You might be asking yourself when Fiat and Alfa come together to build a car. These two car makers were close competitors for most of the last century, including… more»
Jan 22, 2015 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Second Chances: 1963 Porsche 356
In a world of skyrocketing Porsche prices, it’s refreshing to see one for sale that makes owning such a classic attainable. That feeling only grows stronger when you realize it’s a very original car coming out of long-time family… more»
Jan 21, 2015 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Exotic Ruin: 1977 Lotus Esprit
It’s a sad day when a former exotic lies torn apart and broken in a dimly lit garage. Even if it comes from an era that wasn’t exactly a bright spot for performance automobiles, it always makes me cringe… more»
Jan 21, 2015 • For Sale • 62 Comments
Save Me: 1958 Chevrolet Nomad
Happy Wagon Wednesday! To celebrate, I would like to present you with this 1958 Chevrolet Nomad. It apparently lived its whole life in California (as evidenced by the black license plates) before a restoration shop in Florida picked it… more»
Jan 20, 2015 • For Sale • 17 Comments
A Big Idea: 1970 Subaru 360
If an automaker wants to make a big dent in the market quickly, there’s no better way to do it than by building a car for the masses. Volkswagen did it with the Beetle, and Ford with the Model… more»
Jan 20, 2015 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Iron Not So Giant: 1956 Lloyd LT600
My day job has me in Germany at the moment, and reader Markus R was kind enough to send us this intriguing Lloyd “bus” find located in Aschaffenburg , Germany. I can’t really decide what car it reminds me… more»
Jan 20, 2015 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Sleeping Kitty: 1967 Mercury Cougar
I’ve had a soft spot for early Cougars ever since my father brought me a 1/43 scale plastic model of one shortly after its launch. That was followed by Aurora slot cars that I loved also. My mother had… more»
Jan 19, 2015 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Rusty Bird Of Prey: 1963 Ford Falcon
If you are a Ford nut or just know your Ford history, you know the Falcon was one of the brand’s most significant models. Ironically, it is also one of their most under-appreciated classics. The Falcon has gone mostly… more»
Jan 19, 2015 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Samba Wannabe: 1960 Mercedes O319D
I truly love odd and unusual vehicles, especially ones that you can actually afford to own and drive. The biggest problem with any oddball is finding parts, as most were never built in any significant numbers. If you can… more»
Jan 19, 2015 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Cheap And Cheerful: 1976 Triumph Spitfire 1500
If you count the cars my family has owned and I’ve taken care of, we’ve owned almost 20 Triumph Spitfires (the current count is three in the family). Always offering good value for money if you want a British… more»
Jan 19, 2015 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Scratch And Dent: 1986 Buick Grand National
A few days ago, Jesse inadvertently reminded me of one of my favorite activities: perusing Copart’s collectibles section for a down-on-its-luck project car. While it’s safe to assume most hobbyists know there’s potential gold to be struck in these… more»
Jan 18, 2015 • Stories • 19 Comments
Reader Find: 1951 A40 Austin Sports
From Fred H – I attended the monthly Saturday coffee of the Boise Idaho British Car Club in August and announced I had sold my MG and was looking for a new project. I was directed to a visitor… more»
Jan 17, 2015 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Alpines, Tigers, And Donkeys! Oh My!
The Sunbeam Alpine may not be the most desirable LBC amongst enthusiasts, but the V8 equipped Tiger is a different story! Well, if you have your sights set on a Tiger, or even its little brother, there is a… more»
Jan 17, 2015 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Cold As Ice: 1983 Renault Fuego Turbo
A few years ago, I stumbled across a very complete Renault Fuego Turbo in a long-forgotten salvage yard. It’s still there today, behind a 1980s Camry and alongside a fence that houses a dog run, complete with requisite junkyard… more»
