Auction Watch: 1967 Sunbeam Funwagon

How much fun would it be to own this 1967 Sunbeam Funwagon here on eBay bidding for $3,050 with auction ending on Sunday.

Needs More Ventiports: 1962 Buick Special "Skylark V8"

The entry level Buick Special returned in 1961 from a two-year hiatus as a compact offering based on GM's Y-platform (shared with the Oldsmobile F-85/Cutlass/Jetfire, & Pontiac Tempest/LeMans).  The base model was powered by the Fireball V6, but if  you had a few extra bucks in savings (this was back when folks bought cars instead of financing them) you could get Buick's radical aluminum 215 V8 up front.  Find this 1962 Buick Special Skylark Package offered for $5,650 via hemmings, located in Pasco, WA.

Know Your Rights: 1980 Dodge Mirada

You have the right to remain silent and refuse to turn over.  Anything you drip on the driveway may be used against you when bargaining.  You have the right to consult a Chilton's guide before speaking to mechanic.  If you cannot afford a service adviser, one will be appointed for you. If you decide to drive somewhere without a mechanic present, you will still have the right to stop running at any time until you talk to a mechanic.  Hey...whoa...it is a Dodge Mirada...not a Miranda.  Find this 1980 Dodge Mirada offered for $6,400 in Fairfield, CA via craigslist.  Tip from Safety Fast.

Thursday Twister: Downsized Restyle

Why is it that cars only get bigger/fatter/porkier with each new generation? It seems that each reboot brings with it a slew of new safety regulations, features and space that only adds mass, but today's Thursday Twister asks the question -- which cars have gotten lighter with a restyle/reboot?

Auction Watch: 1968 Chevrolet Corvair

Checkout this 1968 Chevrolet Corvair here on eBay bidding for $4,550 reserve-not-met and buy-it-now of $9,000 with auction ending on Sunday.

Torque Wench: 2006 Volkswagen Touareg V10 TDI

Long before Volkswagen was accused of cheating on emissions tests and giving the finger to the environment, they gave the finger to Sir Isaac Newton's second law of motion and entered into a project with Audi and Porsche to build an off road capable SUV that could handle like a sports car.  The result of this ambitious goal was the Volkswagen Group PL71 platform used by the Touareg, Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne -- and the apple fell sideways.  Find this 2006 Volkswagen Touareg V10 offered for $9,500 in SF Bay Area, CA via craigslist.  Tip from FuelTruck.

Auction Watch: 1977 Ford Capri

Take a look at this 1977 Ford Capri here on eBay bidding for $2,850 reserve-not-met with auction ending on Sunday.

Axle Twister: 1970 Mercury Cyclone GT 429

The Mercury Cyclone started life as a performance version of the compact Falcon based Mercury Comet, but by 1970 it was its own model built on the mid-sized Fairlane platform.  It was a huge hunk of 2-door metal available with a giant 429 cubic inch V8 and today is surprisingly cheap for what you get.  Find this 1970 Mercury Cyclone GT 429 offered for $12,500 in LA area, CA via craigslist.

1JZ Powered: 2003 Jaguar S-Type

After seeing this next project, one could imagine that if you could wrap a few coils of wire around Sir William Lyons' coffin, you could probably generate enough electricity to offset the potential costs due to Brexit.  Not that the founder of Jaguar would really care about someone putting a Toyota turbo inline-6 into a Ford DEW98 platform Jag from the Ford era... no, Sir William would be spinning in his grave because the project is such a mess.  Find this 2003 Jaguar S-Type with 1JZ power offered for $3,000 in  Mascotte, FL via craigslist.

Mid Week Match-Up: A Pre-War Sporster For W. Neff

Today's  Mid Week Match-Up request comes from W. Neff who writes:

As a city dweller with limited access to vandal-free off-street parking, I am seeking the most pragmatic choice of automobile: a cheap prewar sporting car. Open cockpit is preferred. I'm not small of stature, either (6'4"/ 270lbs) so spaciousness would be very helpful (I have been able to squeeze in a MGB without many issues, though a first generation Miata was extremely uncomfortable). No projects are sought; it should be running and driving properly. Cosmetics are not a concern of mine. In fact, I am looking for something characterful. My budget would be $20K and south (preferably around $15K).

Auction Watch: 1986 Ford Mustang SVO

Take a look at this 1986 Ford Mustang SVO here on eBay bidding for $4,550 with auction ending on Sunday.

S-Klasse-Einspritzmotor-Coupé: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 380SEC C126

The C126 generation Mercedes-Benz S-Class coupe was a  massive luxury grand tourer with an abbreviated name -- the SEC (short for S-Klasse-Einspritzmotor-Coupé).  The previous generation S-Class was only available in 4-door configuration, but with the 1981 release of the C126, mobsters luxury buyers looking for a 2-door sedan had another choice besides the Eldorado and Coupe DeVille.  Find this 1983 Mercedes-Benz 380SEC C126 offered for $2,500 in Gresham, OR via craigslist.

Auction Watch: 1988 BMW 535is E28

Checkout this 1988 BMW 535is E28 here on eBay bidding for $1,283 with auction ending on Sunday.

Seller Submission: 1992 Geo Prizm GSI 4AGE

This next car is a seller submission from Scott who writes: There's a little group of people out there interested in Toyota 4AGE cars (MR2s, FX16s), right?  Well here's a rare bird.  A '92 Geo Prizm GSI.  Is it awesome or is it a lame-o Corolla?  I think it's awesome.  It's mine, which might bias me a little.  Find this 1992 Geo Prizm GSI 4AGE here on eBay with starting bid of $1,000 reserve-not-met with 4 days to go, located in Salt Lake City, UT.

Instant Rod, Just Add Hot Water: 1967 Rambler American

It was 1958, and American Motors Company (AMC) had only recently risen from the ashes of the merger between Nash-Kelvinator and the Hudson Motor Car Company, when they (AMC) released a compact called the Rambler American.  The name was confusing because the Rambler brand was originally used from 1900-1914 before it was acquired by Nash, who sold a compact called the Nash Rambler from 1950-1957, but now the Rambler name was back as a brand with a model named after the new parent company, American.  It would be analogous to GM releasing a car called the Corvette General. Anyway, find this 1967 Rambler American (with a spare 360 V8) offered for $5,000 in Corbett, OR via craigslist.

Kills More Slowly: 1972 Kawasaki S2 Mach II

Kawasaki is known for it's H1 Mach III triple that was nick named "The Widowmaker" for it's outrageous two-stroke power and diabolical handling.  But lesser known is that Kawasaki had a full line of evil two stroke triples that could kill you just as dead.  Find this 1972 Kawasaki S2 Mach II for sale in Campbell River, BC for $5,000 via craigslist.

Auction Watch: 1995 Mercury Cougar XR7

Check out this 1995 Mercury Cougar XR7 with only 58k miles on the clock, here on eBay bidding for $2,325 reserve-not-met with auction ending on Saturday.