Friday, December 8, 2017

Dragster: 1927 Ford T Bucket

This next car is a barn find that comes with a sketchy trailer...but it might have enough crazy sauce to make it worth the trip to Vancleave, Mississippi. Find this 1927 Ford T Bucket here on eBay offered for $5,695 buy-it-now or make-offer.  



Classic W114: 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220

The W114/W115 generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class was designed by the legendary Paul Bracq and sold from 1968 through 1976.  The W114 was the least expensive Benz in the lineup at the time, and these days it is still a bargain for luxury seekers.  Find this 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 offered for $4,500 near Boston, MA via craigslist.  Tip from Scott T.



Thursday, December 7, 2017

Police Style: 2013 Chevrolet Caprice PPV 9C3

In 1996 the Chevrolet Caprice disappeared from the North American lineup, where it was replaced a few years later by the front-wheel-drive W-body Impala.  With the death of Pontiac, GM now had no large rear-drive full-sized car to sell for fleet use, so they started importing the WM generation Holden Caprice in 2011 as a Police Patrol Vehicle.  Find this 2013 Chevy Caprice PPV 9C3 offered for $6350 in Wallingford, NY via craigslist.  From Cory.



Thursday Twister: Most Overpriced Car On Ebay

I get it.  Really.  Porsche 911s are awesome.  Coolest car ever.  But the prices these things have been reaching is getting out of control.  Here is a great example, it is a 1977 Porsche 934 race car offered here on eBay for $9,550 buy-it-now...which is crazy because it is beat up and used...and hang...on...you want $10k for just the front right fender?



2 Fer 1: 1981 DeLorean DMC-12

Just what exactly is a DeLorean project anyway...I thought all DeLorea were projects?  The DeLorean  DMC-12 was a gull-wing equipped sports machine built on a fiberglass monocoque and covered by cosmetic stainless steel panels.  The DMC-12 was designed by noted pasta designer Giorgetto Giugiaro and was powered by a mid mounted PRV6...but don't let that hold you back because they are HOT HOT HOT and prices are redonkulous.  Find these 1981 (and 1982) Delorean DMC12 projects offered for $18000 in Sparta (THIS IS SPARTA!) , TN via craigslist.  Tip from Dave.



Wednesday, December 6, 2017

American Dream: 1970 Lincoln Continental Mark III

I had the opportunity to browse the current Lincoln model lineup at the LA Auto show a few days ago and it wasn't exactly invigorating...or exciting...or impressive.  Frankly, the monstrous Navigator is the only vehicle that makes an impression, but the rest of the lineup is somewhere between meh and blah.  That hasn't always been the situation and there was a time when driving a Lincoln meant you'd made it, like Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, Elizabeth Taylor, or Dwight Eisenhower.  Find this 1970 Lincoln Mark III here on eBay bidding for $3,950 reserve-not-met with 3 days to go, located in Toronto, ON, Canada.


Yamahahahaha! 1989 Ford Taurus SHO

The Taurus SHO (Super High Output) was a limited edition sports sedan built by Ford's Special Vehicle Team, yup the same guys who developed the SVO Mustang, Mustang Cobra, etc.  A first generation SHO may feel slow in comparison to today's big DOHC V6s mounted in every economy sedan (or the twin turbo 3.5 V6 SHO), but back in 1989 when it was new, there weren't many 4-door cars capable of 6.6 second to 60mph and a 143 mph top speed. Find this 1989 Ford Taurus SHO offered for $2,500 in Colorado Springs, CO via craigslist.  Tip from Rock On!



Tuesday, December 5, 2017

Only One Around: 1954 Moskvitch 400

What happens when you take the design of the pre-war German built Opel Kadett and combine it with the capabilities of the Moscovskiy Zavod Malolitrazhnyh Avtomobiley (Moscow Factory for Making Small Cars) and the direction from Joseph Stalin himself...?  It isn't entirely clear to me, but I'm sure it involved many knocks on doors in the middle of the night before the Moskvitch 400 got to 50 mph.  Find this 1954 Moskvitch 400 offered for $3,950 in Hunlock Creek, PA via craigslist. From Cory.



It's Medicinal...Man: 1987 BMW 535is

We all know that guy (or gal) who is obsessed with BMWs. He is always talking about one, buying one, selling one or even trying to build his own.  It becomes an all consuming passion and he (or she) has probably lost a few jobs over one.  You could call him (or her) an addict...but I think that would be to trivialize the plight of people with real chemical addiction problems.  But I'd suggest a good round of Bimmers Anonymous for this next guy.  Find this 1987 BMW 535is offered for $2000 in Rosamond, CA via craigslist. Tip from Sean S.



Monday, December 4, 2017

Sport Compact Utility: 2001 Acura Integra GSR Type U

You've seen them before...and they go by many names.  Not quite a pickup truck, not quite a car...but they are known as a Ute, coupe utility, utility, an El Camino, a Picarup, Ranchero...or simply a vehicle where you can go to church on Sunday, but carry the pigs to the market on Monday.  Find this 2001 Acura Integra GSR Type U offered for $5,000 in Frederick, MD via craigslist. Tip from SeanT.



What Am I? Hooded

It is Monday morning, and time to solve the weekly What Am I? puzzle! Today we've got a big hunk of something green that you need to identify.




Green Machine: 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt

In 2001 Ford partnered with Warner Bros to release a Bullitt edition of the GT Mustang that featured Dark Highland Green paint, and a subtle de-badged look similar to the '68 Fastback flown by Lt Frank Bullitt around the streets of San Francisco.  The package also added a few MPH here & there with some small performance upgrades, but Ford released an even better version of the Bullitt in 2008 with the restyled 5th generation Fastback.  Find this 2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt offered for $9995 Los Angeles, CA via craigslist.



Sunday, December 3, 2017

Budget M5: 1992 BMW 525i S52 Swap

Modifying cars is a tricky business.  A similar comparison would be a chef adding just the right amount of seasoning to your dinner- too much or too little does nothing good for the food.  DT often pokes fun at dinners where the chef has had a heavy hand with the seasoning.  Today's E34 5 series strikes just the right balance and looks to be delicious meal.  The late model M3 S52 in the engine bay makes makes 50+ horsepower more than stock 525i engine and the M5 spec alcantara euro interior is off the charts cool.  Find this 1992 BMW 525i for sale in Darien, CT for $7,500 via craigslist.



Saturday, December 2, 2017

DT Calendar 2018, Submit Your Pics Now!

Do you have an awesome car that should be featured in the 2018 DT 12-Month Calendar...it is your lucky day, because there is still time to get your submissions for the 2018 DT Calendar into our judges hands -- just send at email with some hi-res photos to tips@dailyturismo.com and we'll do the rest.



Friday, December 1, 2017

Why So Cheap? 2003 BMW Z4

Five large won't get you much in an almost "new" car these days, even the worst offending snoozfest Kia Stinker is worth something over $10k when the warranty is still intact. But a 15 year old BMW with 150k miles sends shivers down the spines of anyone who pays for maintenance...but the asking price is stupidly low...so buy it, and when the first thing breaks, just leave it on the side of the road. Find this 2003 BMW Z4 offered for $5,800 near Cincinnati, OH via craigslist. Tip from FuelTruck.



DT Does The LA Auto Show 2017

Another year, another awesome LA Auto Show, where faceless OEMs attempt to persuade the motoring press (and the motoring public) to plunk down hard cash their latest offering.  But, let me tell you something...I will drink your fabulous mocha-chino, but I won't spend $600/month on an all inclusive subscription plan...but I'm thinking about it because it is 2am and I can't sleep.



DT Gets Rad @RadWood2

This Saturday morning, we'll be firing up our DTM5 E34 project car and heading down to RadWood2, the show for '80s and '90s enthusiast machines at the Phoenix Club in Anaheim, CA. If Jalopnik's coverage of the inaugural RadWood in the Bay Area is any indication, this show is gonna be...rad.

Feel like you just can't wear enough hairspray on the weekend anymore? Looking for a chance to dust off that denim jacket and your best pair of jorts? Want to ogle a big variety of awesome and DT-worthy depreciated rides? Then this show might be a decent way to waste a Saturday.


A World of Dirt - 1961 International C-110 4x4

Though its named for the world, it doesn't get more domestic than this 4x4 utility beast from the West. Previously serving the American people via employment in some unknown government agency, this C-110 could now serve you specifically.  Find this 1961 International C-110 4x4 Pickup for sale in the wonderfully named Pahrump, NV for $2,500 via craigslist.