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At $20,000, Does This 1986 Johnson Phantom Stand A Ghost Of A Chance?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

Beneath the fiberglass neoclassic bodywork is a V8-powered 1980s Chevy Camaro, but does the unique exterior make this custom kit car worth $20k?

At $6,000, Is This 1981 Honda Accord LX Movie Star An A-Lister?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

It may have had a few starring roles in music videos and movies, but does that make this 45-year-old Honda Accord worth $6,000?

At $9,800, Is This 2000 Mitsubishi Montero Limited The Full Monty?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

It has an asking price of nearly $10,000, but this well-maintained Montero could be worth the cost of entry if you don't mind the mileage.

At $8,900, Could You Muster Some Interest In This 1978 Ford Mustang II?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

Malaise era or not, this Mustang II is in pretty good shape, and if you're looking for some style, it has plenty. But is it worth nearly $9k?

At $2,300, Would You Roll Up Your Sleeves For This 2004 Volvo C70?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

Presented as a project car or a parts car, this stylish Volvo could be brought back to life in the rough if someone's willing to shell out an initial $2,300.

At $10,000, Is This 1987 Toyota 4WD Cargo Van Almost As Good As Free Candy?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

It's in surprisingly good condition for having over 200,000 miles on the odometer, but is that enough to justify this Toyota Van's $10k asking price?

At $50,000, Is This Like-New 2007 Magnum SRT-8 A Deal We Can't Dodge?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

With mileage still in the four-digit range and in near-new condition, this Magnum SRT8 is rare, but is it the sort of rare that will fetch $50k?

At $13,500, Are You Bonkers Enough To Buy This 1997 FSO Polonez Roy Pickup?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

Likely the only one of its kind in the United States, this FSO Polonez Roy is certainly unique, but is it worth the $13,500 asking price?

At $6,500, Is This 2009 Honda Civic Si Clearly A Deal?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

This Si has plenty of power, a six-speed, and a good maintenance record. But with failing clear coat and some exterior damage is this one worth $6,500?

At $12,000, Could This 1997 Jeep Cherokee Up-Country Be Right Up Our Alley?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

With the green-on-tan color combo, this mostly stock Jeep Cherokee is certainly a looker, but is it nice enough to warrant the $12k asking price?

At $36,000, Is This Classic 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix A Great Prize?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

Modified with the massive rear fins from a 1961 Cadillac, this Grand Prix Convertible has a look all its own, but is the unique "Bat Rod" worth $36k?

At $7,500, Does This 2007 Saturn Redline Roadster Mean The Sky's The Limit?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

Heavily modified, but well-maintained, this Saturn Redline seems to be in great shape. But with all the custom touches, is it worth $7,500?

At $12,000, Is This 1989 VW LT35 Feuerwehr Camper Van A Hot Ticket?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

This beefy and boxy van has plenty of room for activities, but is it quirky or special enough to justify the $12k asking price?

At $23,500, Would You Hail Britannia In This 1973 Morgan Plus 8?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

For a certain type of driver, "loud, fairly uncomfortable, and pretty basic" is a siren song.

At $12,500, Could This Manual-Swapped 2003 Audi RS6 Quattro Get You To 'Row Yer Own'?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

The seller says that this is the ultimate sleeper, and with a claimed 600 horsepower, they could be right. But is this six-speed Audi worth $12,500?

At $17,000, Is This SBC-Powered 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser A Crazy-Cool Deal?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

It's a bit scruffy, and it's been parked for quite some time, but this V8-swapped Land Cruiser seems mostly intact. Is it worth the $17k asking price?

At $4,700, Could You Overlook This Exquisite 2000 Volvo V70 XC's One Major Flaw?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0000

In excellent condition, both inside and out, this Volvo has tons of curb appeal. But an issue with the title might keep perspective buyers away.

At $2,900, Is This Canadian-Spec 2005 BMW 320i An Ultimate Steal?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:51:36 +0000

What do you say? Is $2,900 a great deal for a weird-but-not-too-weird E46?

At $8,995, Is This 1986 Chevy Corvette Convertible An Audacious Deal?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:25:00 +0000

While not exactly beloved by Corvette enthusiasts, the C4 is coming into its own as prices for older models are on the rise. But is this one worth $9k?

At $9,900, Is This 2000 Subaru Impreza Casa Blanca A JDM Jewel?

staff@jalopnik.com (Rob Emslie) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:25:00 +0000

Never sold in the United States, this funky-faced Impreza will certainly be the rarest Subaru at your local car meet. But is it worth nearly $10k?