eBay Challenge: Best Beater Cars For Less Than $3,000

Not everyone is born with silver spoons in their mouths and titanium paddle shifters at their fingertips – dues must be paid with sweat equity and the humility of driving a beater. That's why this week, I'm asking all of you to find the most dependable, frugal and characterful cars on eBay for less than a $3,000 budget. The struggle is real.

Here are the rules:

• One entry per post.

• Selections aren't limited to simply 'cars' (kit cars, trucks, and military/commercial vehicles included)

• Cars must have a realistic selling price under $3,000.

• Cars must be operable/easily restored to running condition.

• Completed and sold listings can be included.

• You can add modifications, as long as it doesn't go over the total budget.

• Write a short reason why your car is the best beater for less than $3,000.

  Start here and go find a car that you wouldn't care about if it got sideswiped in a parking lot.

  I'll arrange the best selections afterwards. You have until the end of the weekend.