Cars

For a moment, emus running beside a Holden Colorado on an outback road can look like a race. The resemblance ends when one bird changes direction toward the ute.

On a cold morning, an old Ford Ranger may crank without starting. Another may start normally, then hesitate and lose power after setting off.

The Fiat 500 is familiar: a tiny rear-engine Italian car with simple mechanics and an enormous enthusiast following. The Autobianchi Bianchina uses much

The Plymouth Prowler looks like an extreme prewar hot rod that escaped from a custom shop, yet it left the factory with a 3.5-liter V6 and an automatic transmission.

The Lincoln Mark LT offered the appearance of a luxury truck and the capability of a full-size pickup, yet buyers largely rejected the formula.

Smoke curling around a Dodge Charger can create a strong static-show image, especially near the rear wheels. The effect suits the car’s muscle-car character

The Lynx Eventer is a hand-converted Jaguar XJS coupé, reshaped into a shooting brake by Lynx for individual customers. It was never a factory-built Jaguar

A rusty first-generation Ford Bronco can be advertised for $30,000–$40,000, while a polished specialist build can carry a six-figure price.

The Suzuki SC100 Whizzkid looks as though someone squeezed a coupe until only its grin remained. Its low roof, short body, and tidy three-door shape still draw a crowd.

The Honda S2000 CR is a rare, focused version of an already demanding sports car. Its factory setup promises sharper responses on a circuit, yet the same