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Kingfin: 1960 Morris Minor Traveler Woodie

This 1960 Morris Minor Traveller is a genuine example of one of the last factory-built wood-bodied station wagons. Unlike many so-called “woodies” that feature only decorative trim, the Traveller has a fully structural wooden rear section. From the B-pillar back, the body is framed in real ash wood, with aluminum panels fitted within the timber structure. The rear barn-door tailgate and roofline…

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Golden wheels: 1995 Porsche 993 Carrera 2 Cabrio RWB Europe #13

This 1995 Porsche 993 Cabriolet is RWB Europe build number 13 — a documented, officially executed project completed by Akira Nakai in collaboration with John Vianen at the RWB Europe headquarters. The base car, a clean 993 Cabriolet, was selected for its solid condition prior to the conversion. Since the rebuild, the car has covered 52,218 km. It is finished in Aventurin Green Metallic, paired…

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Red and grey: 1965 Honda S600 Spider

This Honda S600 Roadster presents itself as a complete and rust-free restoration project—a nice opportunity for enthusiasts of early Japanese sports cars. The car is offered as a full project but comes complete, including its original hardtop. The seller says that the engine head shows no cracks—a rarity for this model. The crankshaft is said to rotate freely and smoothly. Oversized pistons are…

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Euro-American rarity: 1974 Intermeccanica Indra 2+2

Not often seen, and even more rarely offered for sale, this 1974 Intermeccanica Indra 2+2 is one of those Italian–German–American hybrids that never quite became mainstream, but today stands out precisely for its rarity, style, and curious engineering history. Presented here in a striking blue exterior with a tan interior, this example appears to be in overall solid condition, though it clearly…

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Satan's Breath: 1935 Alfa Romeo 6C 2300 B Turismo by Touring

A truly exceptional Alfa Romeo 6C 2300, in completely original and matching-numbers condition, with elegant Touring Superleggera coachwork. What makes this car particularly significant is its documented provenance: it was delivered on April 16, 1935, to none other than Captain Gabriele d’Annunzio (“The Poet”), Prince of Monte Nevoso, and remained in his possession until February 17, 1940, when it…

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Question mark: 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Spider (Veloce)

This 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia Spider presents itself as a compelling blend of authenticity, performance, and subtle upgrades—closely resembling the coveted Veloce specification, though its true identity remains uncertain. The seller does not explicitly claim the car is a Veloce, nor is a chassis number provided to verify the factory configuration, leaving room for speculation among enthusiasts…

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Rare hatchback: 1975 Renault 16 TX

Have you ever seen one? No? We’re not surprised—this is a model that has become extremely rare and is hardly ever spotted, even at major classic car gatherings. A remarkable example of one of France’s most innovative family cars of the 1970s, this 1975 Renault 16 TX offers an authentic glimpse into the past, preserved and maintained by the same family for many years. The car remains largely…

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Half red: 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 SL

A partially disassembled but striking Mercedes-Benz 190 SL, dating from May 1957, shows its age with honesty, yet retains much of its original structure and charm. The seller has not provided a detailed description, so all considerations are based solely on the photos provided. The bodywork appears to be in fundamentally sound condition, with no evident signs of severe corrosion or structural…

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Ultra rare sight: 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 1300 Giardinetta

A rarely seen example of Alfa Romeo’s unconventional approach to practicality: a 1980 Alfasud 1300 Giardinetta. The seller has provided minimal information, so any considerations here are based on what the model represents rather than specific details about this particular car. The Alfasud Giardinetta is one of the least common variants of the Alfasud range. Introduced in 1975 and designed by…

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Rare sight: 1979 Lancia Beta HPE 2000

A rare opportunity to examine a 1979 Lancia Beta HPE 2000 in what appears to be excellent, original condition. Based on the information provided by the seller, the car has just over 62,000 miles and retains all its factory components, including the paint, chrome trim, glass, interior, and drivetrain. The 2.0-liter inline-four engine is described as running smoothly, paired with an automatic…

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Rough but effective: 1968 Fiat Campagnola 1101A "RAI"

This time we’re featuring a Fiat Campagnola—a rare and rugged Italian off-roader. The seller provided no description, so all observations are based on visual analysis and remain speculative. The vehicle appears to be an early petrol-powered Campagnola, possibly used by RAI as a support vehicle. Originally introduced in 1951, the Campagnola was Fiat’s first dedicated four-wheel-drive vehicle,…

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Limited edition: 1967 Renault 4 Parisienne

If memory serves us right, this is the first time we’re posting a Renault 4—but we really like this one. The Renault 4 Parisienne is one of the rarest and most sought-after versions of the iconic R4. Produced in extremely limited numbers between 1963 and 1965, it was the result of a collaboration between Renault and the French magazine Elle, aimed at offering a more refined and fashionable option…

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Van Ness silver: 1959 Porsche 356A T2 Coupé

According to the seller, this 1959 Porsche 356A Coupe is a matching-numbers example originally purchased in San Francisco at the Van Ness Avenue Porsche dealership. The seller states that the car has remained in California since new and currently shows 75,334 original miles. It is reported to have had only two owners: the original buyer and the seller. The transmission, according to the seller,…

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Mountain wagon: 1966 Fiat 1100D Familiare

We’re always surprised to see a Fiat like this in the U.S., for a few clear reasons—starting with the fact that, considering the long distances to cover in the United States, a 1100 cc engine from the 1960s was simply too small to last more than a few years. Then there’s the matter of capacity: while this is certainly a roomy car by Italian standards, compared to the American station wagons of…

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Blue under the skin: 1961 Lancia Appia Convertibile by Vignale

We don’t know what kind of experiment the person who repainted this Appia Convertibile many years ago had in mind, but one thing is certain: they would have done better to leave its original color, Azzurro Vincennes, a classic shade of the era, particularly favored by Lancia and Maserati. This yellow (or what’s left of it), in fact, seems more suited to a car with sporting ambitions than to a…

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Rodded and modded: 1966 Porsche 912 "RSR"

This 912 looks like it just came out of a time tunnel that brought it straight from the early 1980s to us — we wouldn’t have been surprised to see it on the set of Stranger Things. The seller says it was modified — indeed — in the 1980s, but since then the engine has been removed (it’s no longer present) and the transmission too, even though the latter comes with the car. The instrument cluster…

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Low-ratio gearbox: 1970 Fiat 850T Hearse by Grazia

The Fiat 850 T was introduced in 1964 as a commercial evolution of the Fiat 850 platform. Designed to replace earlier Fiat light commercial models, the 850 T adopted a cab-over-engine layout with rear-mounted mechanicals, using the 843cc four-cylinder engine derived from the Fiat 850 passenger car series. Its compact size and versatility made it suitable for numerous professional conversions,…