Classics

Most companies in that era simply added power to a traditional sports car. But Mitsubishi went extreme.

The red interior, with a bench seat, looks splendid. The sweeping instrument panel is framed by the spindly steering wheel.

The builder chose an ambulance for good reasons—stand-up room, rugged construction, upgraded electrical, and finished cabinets.

Did you know that the Skyline wasn’t originally a Nissan product? It was made by Japan's Prince Motor Company.

The 220S has a set of luggage fitted to the trunk, a Becker Europa radio, and an Ivory steering wheel.

A no-frills chassis and stripped-down body left barely enough room for the driver to shift, steer, and apply the brakes.

It takes 23 seconds to get to 60 miles per hour. But we love this funky VW Brasilia.

The 1965 Superformance Daytona Coupe is, according to the seller, “as close as you can get to the real deal.”

It's not a fast car. And it's not pretty. But you can correct these shortcomings.

This was a nicely optioned 1964 LeMans convertible at some point. In the right hands, it could be restored to its glory days.

These luxury trucks are practically ready for the zombie apocalypse. Or at least a comfy family outdoors vacation.

The roof is designed to serve as an observation deck with a side ladder for access.

In the late 1960s, Volvo advertised the 140 series as the safest car in the world. For good reason.

The turbocharged Regal and offshoots offered a bunch of horsepower and torque. Pair that with Buick style to make a truly exciting car.

The uniquely Japanese style has its roots in the traditional kaido street racer. The rivets need to show.

The 1972 example for sale on eBay shows how a boxy family sedan can be transformed into a credible vintage racer.

There are oddball elemental vehicles like the VW Thing, Austin’s Mini Moke, and the Fiat Jolly. Citroën couldn’t be left out.

These rare two-doors had their own radical styling—swoopy lines, a futuristic nose, and tapering fastback tail.

The Trident's one-horsepower motor feeds a two-speed transmission. Steering is done via a tiller that resembles a shovel handle.

The old-school Tesla Roadster is a good investment. It will always be a historically significant vehicle.

The Land Rover has room for everything you need at the beach. The all-road capability will bring you right to the water’s edge.