1971 Toyota Celica

Though advertisements said "it's pretty easy to think you're in a sports car", the Celica, introduce to the U.S. in 1971, was actually a fairly capable performance machine. The Celica was available in LT, ST, and GT trims, though it's hard to tell what this one is. This first-year Celica has been parked outside a repair shop for years, and is in solid, though incomplete shape.

 

 

 

1962 Land Rover Series IIA

The classic Land Rover Series was produced relatively unchanged from 1948-1985. The IIA was made from '62-'71, but is identical to the earlier Series II. The IIA was extremely successful around the world, and sold very well, and continues to be popular. This one seems to have been fitted with some aftermarket graphics, and sports an amazing patina.

 

 

1961 Chevrolet Impala

The redesigned 3rd generation Impala became an instant classic, all four years it was on sale. The first year, 1961, was, in my opinion, the most beautiful of them all, especially the bubbletop coupe. Available was the SS package, though today they are very rare. Obviously, '61 Impalas are very collectible, which makes this sighting even more amazing. A fantastic patina, cool period custom rims, and all the little design elements make this Impala one of the best finds of 2013.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1974 Toyota Hilux

The Hilux was introduced in 1969, and is what became the basic Toyota Truck in later years. Famous for being extremely tough (Top Gear tried to kill a Hilux and couldn't), the Hilux/Truck became very popular in the U.S. It lives on today as the modern Tacoma. Because it's still badged a Hilux, this truck is a pretty early one, and has fantastic patina and character.

 

 

 

 

 

1962 Vauxhall Velox

1962 Chevrolet Greenbrier Van