Consider the poverty of the American car scene in the 1970s. The dominant themes were horsepower reduction and fuel efficiency, sapping fun from the driving experience. Only Japan was meeting our new requirements handily, sending over cars like the… more»
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Jun 15, 2024 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Nicest One Left? 1974 Ford Courier
Coming in a couple of feet shorter than an F-series pickup in the Ford lineup for 1974, this 1974 Ford Courier is one amazing time capsule. It was Ford’s first compact pickup back when Japanese imports were starting to… more»
May 27, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Clean And Simple Roadster: 1991 Mazda Miata
When it comes to entry-level sports cars, the Mazda MX-5 Miata remains the champion of the roadster class. Challengers have been numerous but no single model appears ready to take over the podium for thrifty and fun sports car… more»
May 20, 2024 • Auctions • 25 Comments
BF Auction: 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
With summer on our doorstep, now is the ideal time to park a classic Convertible in your driveway. Few motoring pleasures are better than hitting the road with the sun on your back and the wind in your hair…. more»
May 20, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Hardtop Included: 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata
When it comes to buying a survivor, how important is getting every box checked to you? There are some cars that are rare enough or otherwise so difficult to find that you just have to take what you can… more»
Feb 28, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
One Family Owned: 1994 Mazda RX-7
The FD-chassis Mazda RX-7 remains one of the more intriguing investment options in the modern classics category. Easily one of the most beautiful Japanese coupes ever made, the rotary-powered two-door was also produced in fairly limited quantities and is… more»
Feb 21, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Mid-Engine Gullwing: 1993 Autozam AZ-1
No matter the size of the vehicle, the horsepower, or the value, there aren’t many features that will gather a crowd like having a set of gullwing doors open while you’re getting gas or at a car show. This… more»
Feb 18, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Upcoming Classic? 1982 Mazda 626 Coupe
By the 1960s, the American consumer understood exactly what a no-frills economy car was, thanks to Volkswagen. The import scene became a real brawl: Toyota brought us the Crown, then the Corona, Volvo the PV444, then the 140 series,… more»
Dec 23, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Assortment of 1970s, 1980s and 1990s Vehicles
This collection is newer than most you find. Rather than focusing on the 1950s or the 1960s, this bunch is no older than 44 years. And as new as 24 years. There seems to be no rhyme or reason… more»
Nov 12, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Rotary Tragedy: 1993 Mazda RX-7
If you follow sports cars of a certain era, you likely know that the early 90s were a bit of a peak for Japanese imports. This was the time in which every major manufacturer was churning out a high-end… more»
Oct 20, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Only 20k Miles: 1993 Mazda Miata
When it comes to the NA-chassis Mazda Miata, this is a car that I’m convinced hasn’t yet fully matured in the marketplace. We all know the model and its merits, but that doesn’t mean we won’t see prices continue… more»
Sep 28, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Sunshine Survivor: 1980 Mazda B2000
Old-school, light-duty pickups have always been cheap and cheerful options for a project rig, and surprisingly, the values for such vehicles have stayed relatively flat. This is not surprising; these were stripper vehicles when new, devoid of meaningful options,… more»
Jul 29, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Wankel Rotary Engine: 1983 Mazda RX-7
The Mazda RX-7 was a popular Japanese sports car that was in production for 25 years. Like most other cars of its type, the RX-7 had rear-wheel drive with a front-mounted powerplant. But the machine was differentiated by its… more»
Jul 21, 2023 • Auctions • 13 Comments
BF Auction: 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Mazda made no secret that it drew heavily on the styling and spirit of classic British sports cars when developing the original MX-5 Miata. Motoring writers drew styling comparisons with the Lotus Elan, and there were engineering touches below… more»
Jul 21, 2023 • Auctions • 14 Comments
BF Auction: 1992 Mazda B2200 Pickup
There comes a time in the lives of some enthusiasts when downsizing a collection is essential. Choosing which classics to part with can be challenging, and it is the one made by the owner of this 1992 Mazda B2200… more»
Jun 7, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Rare Special Edition: 1983 Mazda RX-7
Special editions are a dime a dozen, but some limited offerings in the car world are worth paying attention when they show up for sale. This 1983 Mazda RX-7 is a prime example of this, as it is a… more»
