Classic Cars : March 2016

Thursday, March 31, 2016

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March 31, 2016

Nicest One Left: 30K Mile All Original 1991 Infiniti Q45

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This 1991 Infiniti Q45 (VIN JNKNG01C1MM106321) is an all-original example with just under 30k miles from new. Originally driven by a Los Angeles-based Nissan executive, the car was later sold to a Palm Desert resident, and it sounds to have spent most of its life in their climate-controlled garage. As a result, it looks remarkably well-preserved inside, out, and underneath, and is said to drive like a brand-new car. These early first generation models were pretty special, with sophisticated suspension, a standard limited slip differential, firm seats, and no interior wood, and were more of a 7-series competitor than the S-class aping LS400. Find this one here on eBay in Ventura, California for $8,900 OBO.

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Hand Built Luxury: 1990 Toyota Century in Florida

This 1990 Toyota Century (VIN VG40011145) is a first generation model which was first introduced in 1967. Hand-built to order for conservative clients like successful businessmen and politicians, their build quality is truly outstanding, easily on a level with old-school Mercedes Benz, Bentley, and other high-end European makes. This one is said to remain in original condition, and though low mileage is alluded to, no actual figure is provided. The car does appear to be in excellent condition throughout, and is equipped with some really unusual luxury features like a front passenger seat leg pass-through. Find it here at Auctions America where it will be auctioned in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on April 1st, 2016. Estimated hammer figures range between $12k-$15k.

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JPS Lookalike: 1979 Lotus Esprit S2 Project

1979 Lotus Esprit

This 1979 Lotus Esprit is a sharp-looking S2 with good original black paint, factory A/C, and 60k miles. The JPS decals were added by a previous owner, but look excellent, and though exterior cosmetics appear to be quite decent, the seller admits that the interior is rough and that the motor isn’t currently running due to a removed distributor. Find it here on Craigslist in Wake Forest, North Carolina for $15k. Special thanks to BaT reader Alan P. for this submission.

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Literal Barn Find: 1972 Lamborghini Urraco P250 Running Project

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This 1972 Lamborghini Urraco P250 (chassis 15536) appears to be a literal barn find, and has since been cleaned up and prepped for auction. The seller says it will be offered in running order, and sale has previously been delayed awaiting parts to complete whatever unspecified mechanical work will be completed towards that goal. A rare RHD example, the car shows some rust and generally scruffy exterior cosmetics, though the seller suggests that restoration will be relatively straightforward. Find it here at Anglia Car Auctions in King’s Lynn, Norfolk, England where it is estimated to grab between 22k-26k GBP (~$32k-$37k USD) when sold on April 9th, 2016. Special thanks to BaT reader Kyle K. for this submission.

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Wednesday, March 30, 2016

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March 30, 2016

Finally US Legal: 1991 Honda Beat w/ Shipping Included

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This 1991 Honda Beat is a claimed early production, first year example that’s ready for US importation under the 25 year rule. The seller describes it as being in nice cosmetic and running condition with no rust, as well as a newer, OEM Honda convertible top. These Pininfarina-styled cars are said to have been the last model personally approved for production by Soichiro Honda, and were designed under Japan’s interesting Kei city car regulations, meaning a maximum length of ~11 feet and an engine capacity limited to 660cc, among others. Kei cars are everywhere in Japan, but two-seater sports models are pretty rare–these ran a naturally aspirated, high-revving triple, and are reportedly a blast to drive. Find this one here on eBay in Berchem, Belgium for $6,500 OBO, which includes shipping to any major North American port.

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Road & Track Build w/ A/C: Impressive Lola T70 MkIIIB Replica

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This excellent Lola T70 MkIIIB replica was built in 1999 by British GT40 tribute specialists GT Developments. The car looks incredible throughout, and is setup for road or track use with A/C, an intercom, and removable exhaust. Notably, its current owner also has an original T70, and their expertise is said to have come into play when setting this one up. Furthermore, the seller adds that it’s “on the button” and ready to go. Find it here at Vintage & Prestige in Grays, Essex, England for 100k GBP (~$144k USD today). Special thanks to BaT reader J. Louis for this submission.

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$700 1986 Subaru XT Turbo AWD Project

1986 Subaru XT Turbo

This 1986 Subaru XT Turbo has been sitting outside for a few years, and as a result will need new paint and some interior work on the cosmetic side of things. On offer by its second owner on an open title, the boxer four isn’t currently running, but does crank freely. A highly optioned car with adjustable ride height air suspension, AWD, automatic transmission, and (working) digital dash, finding parts will be a chore, but as a scarce and unusual model with what looks like good bones, it deserves better than to be left to rot. Find it here on Craigslist in Baldwin Park, California for $700.

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Almost There: Medium Green 1972 Chevrolet Blazer

!!!!!!!!! 1972 Chevy Blazer CST. . .. Very NICE and Priced to Sell !!!!!!

This 1972 Chevrolet Blazer has a few custom touches which might not appeal to everyone, but the seller describes it as a rust and accident-free example with three owners from new, the second of which kept it for more than 35 years. What looks like factory Medium Green is a respray, and with different wheels and a slightly toned-down interior, this could be a sharp K5. Find it here on Craigslist in Portland, Oregon for $16,950.

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