Update – This GLH has been relisted, now with a $3,500 BIN. You can find it here on eBay. Though virtually unheard-of in America today, practical front-wheel-drive hatchbacks appealed to many U.S. buyers during the 1980s. Some manufacturers offered… more»
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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»
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1985 Chrysler LeBaron Town and Country Turbo
By the time that the eighth-generation Town and Country Chryslers rolled around, the world had changed dramatically since they first came onto the scene just before World War II. The cars had also changed dramatically as you can see… more»
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38k-Mile Turbo: 1978 Buick LeSabre Sport Coupe
You’re looking at a rather oddball car here. It’s a 1978 Buick LeSabre Sport Coupe. No, it wasn’t fast, nor did they sell very many, but it did finally prove that a turbocharged 231-ci (3.8L) Buick V6 could work… more»
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Turbocharged Greenwood: 1972 Corvette LS5
“Turbo Corvette” turns heads at most gear-head gatherings, yet that’s only the opening act with this 1972 Chevrolet Corvette in Fayetteville, Georgia. A late ’70s or early ’80s makeover and a functional turbocharger mark just the beginning for this… more»
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Turbo or Not? 1980 Pontiac Trans Am Turbo
When is a Trans Am Turbo not a Trans Am Turbo? When someone removes the turbocharged engine and slots a 350ci Chevrolet V8 in its place. That’s what the owner of this 1980 Trans Am has done, and I… more»
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Turbo Convertible: 1984 Pontiac 2000 Sunbird
New millennium fever was alive and well even back in the early-1980s. Well, of course it was, Prince was partying like it was 1999 way back then. This relatively-futuristically-named car, a 1984 Pontiac 2000 Sunbird Turbo convertible can be found here… more»
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Stored for 15 Years: 1981 Datsun 280ZX Turbo
Sometimes we will look at cars that were released only in the Japanese Domestic Market, and lament the fact that they were never released outside of their home country. The Datsun 280ZX Turbo is a case where the reverse… more»
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Turbo Trans Am: 1989 Pontiac GTA
It’s nearly 2019 and a 300 horsepower V6 is a common animal. But what about 30 years ago? Not so much. This 1989 Pontiac Turbo Trans Am, submitted by reader Pat L. and found here on Craiglist, is one of… more»
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Amazing Survivor: 1993 Toyota MR2 Turbo!
When it was first introduced to the motoring world in 1984, the Toyota MR2 was a ground-breaking car. Up until that point, mid-engined sports cars had largely been the domain of specialist European marques such as Ferrari, but the… more»
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Uber-Rare: 1982 Audi Quattro Turbo Coupe
As a long time Audi owner this car is somewhat of a holy grail for me, and maybe for other Audi owners and fans. This is a rare-in-the-US 1982 Audi Quattro and it’s listed here on eBay with a… more»
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Lily has a Turbo: 1974 Ford Mustang II
I always hear the sweeping, classic 1970s Charlie’s Angels theme song when I see a Mustang II. That theme song seemed to fit both that show and these cars perfectly. This 1974 Ford Mustang II looks like the usual… more»
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Pioneering Turbo: 1978 Buick Regal Limited
When it was introduced in 1978 the Buick Regal Turbo was the only American-built car on the market available with a turbocharged engine. Other turbo engines featured in European brands such as Porsche and Saab. This 1978 Buick Regal… more»
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$2,500 5-Speed Turbo: 1987 Ford Bronco II 4×4
There isn’t too much information given by the seller of this 1987 Ford Bronco II turbo. Wait, what? Turbo? That’s one bit of information that they give. It’s located in Mundelein, Illinois and can be found on Craigslist with… more»
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GN Turbo Power! 500 HP 1977 Buick Skyhawk
General Motor’s swoopy H-Body began life as the Chevrolet Vega and filled the need for a small and sporty rear-wheel drive coupe or hatchback for folks who wanted something fun yet easy on gas. This 1977 Buick Skyhawk makes… more»
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Boosted Bargain: 1986 Porsche 944 Turbo
It seems that Porche 944’s can frequently be found when looking through the local car listings. But it’s not often you’ll find a 944 Turbo…. especially for only $4,500! Listed here on Craigslist in Tulsa, Oklahoma, this 1986 944… more»
