CreamPuff: 1981 BMW 320i E21

Global sales of BMW's first 3-series started in 1975 and by the time they switched body stamping operations to build the E30 version in 1983, over a million examples of the E21 had left the factory. The significance of those production numbers were not lost on BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Lincoln, Pontiac, Cadillac, or anybody else who wanted to sell premium luxury sport sedans in the early 80s. But today, the E21 is a forgotten classic and prices for nice examples aren't that bad.  Find this 1981 BMW 320i offered for $8,000 near Los Angeles, CA via craigslist.

Hardly: 1970 Harley Davidson M65 Sport

What could be more 'Murican than throwing your leg over a Harley and riding it in your local 4th of July Parade?  But what if you really aren't into big heavy bikes but still want to ride an H-D?  This piglet is for you.  Find this 1970 Harley Davidson M65 Sport for sale near Bellevue, WA for $1,250 via craigslist.

Zed's Dead, Baby: 2006 BMW Z4 Coupe 3.0si

If you are in the market for a mid oughts (that just looks weird on paper..errr...pixels) German sports coupe, you could buy a uber high mileage 996/997 or you could opt for the logical choice and get a BMW Z4.  The only question is: do you tell people it is a Zee Four or a Zed Four?  Find this 2006 BMW Z4 Coupe 3.0si here on eBay offered for $15,999 buy-it-now located in Attleboro, MA.

Thursday Twister: Best Volvo For Electrocution

If you search the news from the last day or two, you may have read that Volvo is going all-electric for the 2019 model year...and despite what the Negative Nancys at Forbes have to say about it or what the dumbasses at NBC claim (they've never heard to Tesla, Faraday Future, Fisker, GOVECs, ZAP, Enfield Auto, Bachelle...I could go on forever) Volvo is positioning itself for the electric future.  But I am an old fashioned lover of simple things that I can fix in my garage and hybrid powertrains are as scary as Marylin Manson's finger puppet collection -- I REALLY DON'T WANT A HYBRID late model Volvo.  Sorry, but if I'm going to drive an electric car from those wacky Swedes, it will be something electrified from the past...so for today's Thursday Twister, I'm going to ask you -- what is the best Volvo to turn electric. 

British Bulldog: 1975 MG Midget

The MG Midget was a pint sized little runabout from Morris Garage that shared mechanical parts with the odd looking Bugeye Sprite from Austin-Healey. The Midget shared basically every part of its bill-of-materials (except the badge) with the Sprite, but it survived its corporate sibling as the British automotive industry imploded.  At least for a few years.  Find this 1975 MG Midget offered for $1800 near Phoenix, AZ via craigslist. Tip from FuelTruck.

2005 Porsche 911 Carrera 997

What were you doing 12 years ago?  And more importantly, what were you driving?  Probably not a $80k+ Porsche 911, but if you did drive it for 150k miles, you might end up selling it for an almost $60k loss...which would be like throwing away a Corvette Z06 that you purchased new.  But for the guy who was driving a used 70s van or a Camaro for the past decade, now is your chance to get a 997 for the price of a new Honda Civic.  Find this 2005 Porsche 911 Carrera 997 offered here on eBay  for $22,995 buy-it-now located in Costa Mesa, CA with 19 days to go.

The Glass Is Half Fulvia: 1970 Lancia Fulvia Berlina

Today is the day after the 4th of July -- the day when the inevitable Independence Day hangover rears its ugly face and we clean up the discarded piles of sparklers, spangles, and banners.  Around here we use it as a reminder of why you should be proud to be an American, but that you don't always need to drive an American car.  Maybe you'd be better served by an Italian car.  Find this 1970 Lancia Fulvia Berlina offered for $9,500 near Austin, TX via craigslist.  Tip from FuelTruck.

Mid Week Match-Up: Rob's Daily

Today we've got a special Mid Week Match-Up request from friend of DT Rob who is relocating to the Carolinas (from sunny SoCal) and is looking for a story manual transmission daily driver for under $25k.

Hen's Teeth- 1994 Mercedes E320

The W124 is widely considered the last over engineered Mercedes before accountants took over the reigns in Stuttgart.  The W124 E-class drives like a modern car compared to it's W123 predecessor which has a far more antique look and feel. These E-class cars have a strong following within the USA Benz community, but not so much with enthusiasts due to the lack of a third pedal.  Even the Porsche assembled 500E super sedan made due with a automatic transmission.  In Europe, any six cylinder W124 could be fitted with a manual gearbox.  Find this 1994 Mercedes E320 5 speed for sale in New Milford,CT for $15,000 via craigslist.

Undimmed By Clown Tears: 1974 Dodge Tradesman

O beautiful for patriot dream, that sees beyond the years. Thine alabaster cities gleam, undimmed by human tears! America! America! God shed His grace on thee, and crown thy good with brotherhood. From sea to shining sea! Find this 1974 Dodge Tradesman offered for $6,500 in Somerville, TX via craigslist. Tip from FuelTruck.

Amber Waves of Coal: 1967 Ford Falcon

O beautiful for heroes proved, In liberating strife, Who more than self their country loved And mercy more than life! America! America! May God thy gold refine, Till all success be nobleness, And every gain divine!  Find this 1967 Ford Falcon offered for $2200 in Dearborn Heights, MI.  Tip from FuelTruck.

Petty Cash: 1965 Plymouth Satellite

O beautiful for pilgrim feet, Whose stern, impassioned stress. A thoroughfare for freedom beat Across the wilderness! America! America! God mend thine every flaw, Confirm thy soul in self-control, Thy liberty in law!  Find this 1965 Plymouth Satellite offered for $8,500 in Lehigh Acres, FL via craigslist.  Tip from Dascpcu.

Starts & Stripes: 1968 AMC AMX

O beautiful for spacious skies, For amber waves of grain, For purple mountain majesties Above the fruited plain! America! America! God shed His grace on thee And crown thy good with brotherhood From sea to shining sea! Find this 1968 AMC AMX here on eBay bidding for $8,600 reserve-not-met with 2 days to go, located in Waterford, Ontario...CANADIA?  Is that a US overseas territory?  Tip from Matt C.

Clown Shoe: 2000 BMW M Coupe

The BMW M Clownshoe was developed by an elite team of BMW engineers, led by a madman named Burkhard Göschel who liked crazy rear wheel offset and shooting the brakes.  The team did not like the twisty rear end of the Z3 convertible and grafted a shooting brake style rear onto the car that allegedly increased torsional rigidity by 2.7 times.  The resulting car is now something of a legend among BMW fanboys and prices are going up fast.  Find this 2000 BMW M Coupe offered for $21,500 in North Bend, OR via craigslist. Tip from FuelTruck.

Shortster: 1969 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

In 1954 the sole importer of Porsche cars into the USA was a guy named Max Hoffman, who managed to convince Porsche to offer a low option version of the 356 roadster with a cut down windshield and a thirst for speed.  Years later and a 356 Speedster is worth more than small village near Salzburg, but you can still get Speedster style if you are willing to drive something from the wild side.  Like this 1969 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia offered for $2,500 in Phoenix, AZ. Tip from FuelTruck.

Speed Holes: 1964 Ford Galaxie Hardtop

I'm getting ready for the 4th of July and trying to get into the spirit of things , so I jumped when I saw a 2-door muscle car from tipper FuelTruck offered for a fabulous asking price.  What could possibly go wrong?  Find this 1964 Ford Galaxie Hardtop offered for $5995 via craigslist.  Tip from FuelTruck.

Body Positivity: 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia Type 14

I'm not one of those people who actually likes to see rust on a car and raves about the patina...but there is something cool about an unrestored classic - flaws and all.  Like this 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia offered for $6,200 in Billings, MT via craigslist.  Tip from FuelTruck.

 

Chevy LT1 V8: 1988 Volvo 740 Wagon

The Volvo 740 (aka 745) wagon was a fine piece of engineering from safety focused guys at Volvo, but even in turbocharged trim it won't open any eyes with acceleration...so...an entire boutique industry has been born to fix it with injection of American V8 power -- even Paul Newman shoved a V8 into his Volvo wagon...but today we've got a special treat.  Find this 1988 Volvo 740 with V8 offered here on eBay for $2,900 buy-it-now located in Belen, NM with 4 days to go.