European Market Finds
EU Market Find: 1 of 50 Swiss BMW E30 M3 Johnny Cecotto Edition
Why We Love It:
The E30 generation M3 is already one of the most sought-after classic BMWs on the planet, now throw in one of the rare limited editions and that compounds the value to enthusiasts – particularly enthusiasts of the 80s “rad-era” variety. In this case, the E30 M3 in question is a 1990, one the Johnny Cecotto Limited Edition models, and one of just 50 to be sold to in Swiss specification.
EU Market Find: Box-Flared 1991 Audi S2 C5 by ABT Sportsline
When Audi retired its iconic quattro in 1991, replacing it with the all-new S2 Coupé, the now loved 90s-era 2-door wasn't exactly well received. Sure, it had an updated version of the brand's turbocharged 20-valve 5-cylinder engine, but it was a bit heavier and... let's face it... it was missing a certain something... a je ne sais quo as the French say.
EU Market Find: Rare Saab 900 Turbo S Ruby Edition Hits Market in Netherlands
Nothing says 1980s quite like a Saab 900 Turbo. Back in the Reagan era and even then quirky, Saabs came into vogue for their unique shape, hatchback and early use of turbochargers... not to mention kitschy yet trademark three-spoke wheel designs. The Swedish brand from Trollhättan built a cult-like following, long before being purchased by GM and later shuttered by GM during the great recession.
EU Market Find: 1992 Porsche Paint to Sample Violet Amaranth 968 Cabriolet
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The prospect of an "internal" car is always an interesting one. Generally ordered by a executive, a board member, or simply a department looking to get a reaction, a given brand rarely orders a vehicle without some larger purpose.
EU Market Find: Great Spec Manual Mercedes C124 E 300 Coupe
Log this car in as under the tasteful and rare factory specifications column, and maybe something you only would find in a market like Italy. Yes, it appears to be an order guide specification, but its combination an exercise in extravagance more akin to a passionate Italian than a logical German.
EU Market Find: Viola Ophelia Lamborghini Murciélago LP640-4
When we feature cars from Europe or other markets, we tend to limit them to cars that are of an age that is easily importable. From Europe to the U.S., that’s 25 years and so a car first sold in 2027 like this Lamborghini Murciélago LP640-4 doesn’t qualify.
EU Market Find: Speed Yellow Porsche 968 Clubsport
There are fewer and fewer deals to be had in the Porsche world, particularly amongst rare models, performance models or in rare colors. That's why the never-sold-new-in-America 968 Clubsport is a favorite of ours.
EU Market Find: Great Spec B5 Audi A4 Avant in Laurel Green
It's cars like this that make our staff come to blows. Why? Perhaps a better question is why not?
EU Market Find: 1 of 1 BMW Individual 316ti Compact in Fiji Green
This color combination isn't for everybody, but we suspect anyone who fully embraces automotive trends of the 1990s, particularly the quirkier German side of those trends, then we think you'll love this car.
EU Market Find: Prugnia Metallic Ferrari 412
If you're into quirky Ferraris, they don't get much more quirky than Ferrari's 412 grand touring coupe. Now throw in full leather light beige interior, an automatic gearbox and purple metallic paint and you have a seriously unique build.