Strange cars have elements of fascination about them, and these examples are currently available on eBay for the right amount.
It’s often said that one man’s trash is another’s treasure, and that couldn’t be truer when it comes to eBay, an online live auction where people all over the world can buy and sell items from and to one another. According to their official website, Pierre Omidyar founded eBay back in 1995. The very first item ever listed was by Omidyar, and it was a broken laser beam. Luckily someone in Canada bought the broken laser beam and the online auction site was born.
The company caught on quickly and by the following year, people had sold over $7 million worth of goods on the online auction. However, it wasn’t until 1997 that eBay received its official name, as it was previously referred to as AuctionWeb, which just didn’t sound as appealing.
Updated April 2023: A car can be strange due to its appearance, function, and sometimes, performance. Therefore, for being unconventional, most gearheads find strange cars to be quite fascinating. As a gearhead, it’ll please you to know that we’ve updated this article with some of the strangest cars you can buy on eBay right away.
In 2000, eBay expanded tremendously by offering cars and other kinds of automobiles for outright sale or through a live auction. The following year, eBay set a new record when they sold a Gulfstream Jet for $4.9 million, becoming the most expensive online purchase on the site as a then. In just six years, eBay Motors sold over two million passenger cars worldwide.
The website attracts different kind of enthusiasts and the fact that you can basically list anything for sale makes for an interesting concept. While you can find really expensive cars on eBay, there are other times you’ll find truly dirt cheap cars like this Malibu that was listed for less than $1,000. That said, we’ve combed through the website, and here are nine of the strangest cars people can buy on eBay right now.
9 Duck1944 GMC Amphibious Vehicle DUKWeBay
One might argue that this isn’t a conventional car, but it looks so strange we had to add it to the list. If you’re a gearhead that loves everything military, then you’ll love this vehicle. It’s a DUKW, precisely a 1944 GMC Amphibious Vehicle. Widely known as the “Duck,” the vehicle is literally a modified Jimmy with six-wheel drive amphibious capabilities. According to the seller, while you still have to do a bit of body work on the vehicle, it however came with the original wheels in good condition. It has no roof support, the owner has replaced the mirrors, and one of the windshield panes has cracked. Although this is an amphibious vehicle, it hasn’t been in water since 1985, while the owner stored it away in a warehouse since the late ’70s. Furthermore, this vehicle will need a proper mechanical rejuvenation because it was last driven in 2004.
8 One Of A Kind Touring Roadster1917 Chevy Touring RoadstereBay
This is a one of a kind 1917 Chevrolet, powered by a 1989 Mercedes 300 D diesel engine, with a four-speed automatic transmission. Though quite strange, this is easily the best collaboration of German and American engineering you’ll find on this list. It birthed a 1917 Chevy Touring Roadster featuring boxed chassis, drum brakes in the rear, while it’s also fitted with a transverse rear buggy spring suspension with shocks. Of all these, the price might just be the best thing about the deal. With the current bid being just $1,025, this vintage touring roadster is within reach for most gearheads.
7 T Bucket1923 Ford T Bucket Convertible Red RWD Automatic T BucketeBay
A 1923 Ford T Bucket Convertible is one of the rarest cars you’ll ever see on the road, and seeing one might even be strange to many. However, if you’re fast enough, this well-kept example can be yours. Based on the Ford Model T, a T Bucket is a hot rod with a two-seater bucket-shaped body, which is exactly how it earned its name. Painted red, this vintage car features an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive configuration. The owner has only being in possession of the hot rod for 12 months during which he used it mainly for weekend runs. In total, 800 miles have been put on the odometer and everything on the car from the exterior, interior, and even the paint, are in great shape.
6 Myers Manx Beetle1964 Volkswagen Beetle MYERS MANX STYLE Dune BuggyeBay
For most gearheads, the Volkswagen Beetle isn’t only iconic, but such a nostalgic car, and a 1964 model will sure bring in good memories for the relatively older automotive enthusiasts. According to the seller’s description, this Myers Manx Beetle features a 1964 Volkswagen Beetle’s frame and chassis, and it gets it power from a 1,600cc air cooled engine offering an output of 46 hp, among those produced between 1973 and 1974. For the mechanical work, the owner consulted the Freccia Brothers, who performed a full engine rebuild with new brakes. Although the owner registered the car as a 1964 VW Beetle, it wears a high-quality Myers Manx style body executed by Frank’s Autobody in Port Chester.
5 ‘Batmobile’1996 Chevrolet Caprice Coupe Black RWD Automatic Gotham Cruiser BatmobileeBay
If you’re ready to take on the role of a real-life Batman, this might just be the car for you. Born as a 1996 Chevrolet Caprice, this car got transformed into an impressive replica of the 1989 Gotham Cruiser, and the best part? …it’s street legal. According to the seller’s note, this ‘Batmobile’ features a one-piece fiberglass body with a turbine style nose cone. Power comes from a potent small block Chevy mill mated to an automatic transmission. Modern amenities fitted on the car include power steering, air conditioning, back-up and side view cameras, electric sliding canopy, and an air ride system. However, while building Batmobiles once landed the Gotham Garage in big trouble, we really do hope that this one wouldn’t.
4 RiotRiot Sports Car Subaru 2.5 boxer engineeBay
This is Riot, a kit car built by Thunder Ranch for the Baywatch show. Adorned in a red kit, this rather strange looking car is now powered by a Subaru 2.5-liter MPFI EJ25 Boxer engine mated to a manual transmission. The owner has lodged a total of 12,000 miles on the car, and it’s in perfect condition. Other amenities on the car include aftermarket dual cooling fans, and it also comes with an extra Invida exhaust. The Riot has an Arizona title, sounds great, and offers impressive speed. Looks like a show car, so you could make it one with more work on the body, or you could just turn it to your track day companion.
3 LeMans Tribute Carrera1984 Porsche 911 Convertible White RWD Manual CARRERAeBay
Originally, this is a 1984 Porsche 911 Carrera that has now been modified into one of the most unique sports cars you’ll see around. Wearing a LeMans tribute body kit, the Carrera gets its power from a 3.2-liter 6-cylinder gasoline engine mated to manual transmission. As per the listing on eBay, the current owner has had it for two years, and the car also received a 19×12 Custom Kensis wheels in the rear and 19×8 in front. Things were also refreshed in the interior as it features a new interior with working power seats while the air conditioner received a new blower and cooler. Only 15,000 miles is on the odometer, hence, the car runs and drives like new, according to the seller.
2 Caterpillar1972 International 1210 Pickup Green 4WD ManualeBay
It’s a bit hard figuring out what this vehicle wants to be, but since the owner named it ‘caterpillar,’ we guess that’s what it is. Originally, it’s a 1972 International 1210 pickup truck, but the owner has given it a proper modification in the rear for a heavy-duty truck’s work. Power comes from an International 345 V8 engine for the mere weekend duties the owner puts it through. Furthermore, the truck’s owner gave it a new ignition system and steering box, along with a new set of brakes, booster kit, and battery. For better illumination when driving on or off-road, the truck received new LED headlights as well as new off-road lights. The Caterpillar is available for $14,500 outright payment.
1 Liberty Walk’s Wonder2009 Nissan GT-R Coupe Green AWD Automatic Liberty WalkeBay
For most gearheads, a Liberty Walk modified car might not be so strange. Nonetheless, these cars aren’t easy to come by and seeing one on eBay isn’t common. Here, we have a 2009 Nissan GT-R powered by a 3.8-liter V6 engine that has received full bolt on Liberty Walk treatment for an impressive output of 700 horses. This example might just be another purist’s nightmare as the most conspicuous upgrade on the vehicle remains the Liberty Walk V1 wide body kit making the car a showstopper everywhere it goes. According to the seller, other impressive custom upgrades on the car include the chassis wing with cross brace, Anvant Garde Wheels, KW Hydraulic Lift System Coil Overs, and DBA larger Turbo Inlets, among others.
