Classics

The 190SL is not hugely powerful, but it’s an excellent tourer and quite dependable. And it’s handsome in an understated way.

The Porsche 911 was embellished by the tuners at Gemballa. The slant nose, wider fenders and dark cherry paint work like a charm.

This brilliant red 1994 Toyota Supra Turbo is like a new car. That is, if Toyota had built a car with 1,370 horsepower back then.

The 1965 Chevrolet Nova represents a misunderstood type of classic car: the Pro Touring muscle-bound daily driver.

The paint isn’t perfect, and the trim on the tailgate looks a bit funky. But this old Nissan truck is lovely.

The '63 pickup combines a red aged patina with upgraded modern mechanical components. It's the best of old and new.

In 1961, American Motors was an economy brand, and its wagons were strictly utilitarian haulers. Now this one is upscale and powerful.

The looks are magnificently period-appropriate. And a 283 small block breathes through a sonorous side-exit exhaust.

The well-equipped 2001 Audi S4 Avant is a double-whammy. The wagon is a solid investment and a practical everyday driver.

First-generation buses were no longer sold in the US after 1967. But the split-windshield original continued in Brazil until 1975.

This one deserves to be driven, maintained, and appreciated—in its original stock condition.

The motor is similar to the one in the M1 supercar. In the M6, it’s good for a zero-to-60 time of about six seconds.

Some purists will argue that a dual-quad 413 V-8 is the period-correct choice. But that’s a minor quibble.

This GTO has a list of desirable equipment, including a hood-mounted tachometer, rear spoiler, and power radio antenna.

You might recognize the design of this vintage Jeep, one of the most iconic US vehicles of all time. But this one was built overseas.

Solid resale values and legendary durability make it easy to justify an investment in Toyota Tacoma upgrades.

Actor Paul Michael Glaser said the bright red color and long white stripes made the Torino look like a “striped tomato.”

The beauty of lowrider culture is a sense of freedom that all modifications are fair game. You have a blank slate to make a statement.

There's a well-preserved Florida '74 Gremlin X V-8. Then again, the shiny orange survivor driven by Eminem and Beastie Boys looks good.

The Maverick Stallion Edition, like the one now offered on eBay, is a performance car far removed from the model's humble roots.

The Japanese automaker made millions of every model, right? Not so. For example, have you ever seen a '74 Toyota Corona wagon?