The 20th Century versions of the Dodge Charger probably saw their best years during third-generation production (1971-74). In 1973, the Charger had its best sales year by a wide margin, which was helped in part by some consolidation between… more»
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Nice No Reserve Driver: 1972 Pontiac Firebird
The non-muscle car hits just keep coming! I must admit that I was smitten by this 1972 Pontiac Firebird at first sight. Why? because it is so clean and uncluttered – it’s a great-looking car and worthy of exploration…. more»
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Restored Garage Find: 1970 Pontiac GTO Convertible
A GTO with a four-speed manual transmission, a top that goes down, and is green! What more do you need (well, maybe another color if you’re unlike me and don’t like green)? Claimed as the result of a full… more»
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Mexican Classic: 1976 Ford B100
Classic full-size station wagons, particularly those with the versatility of third-row seating, continue to perform well in the current market. However, there are alternatives for buyers to consider. They include vehicles like this 1976 Ford B100. These classics were… more»
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1 of 19: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
The Plymouth Barracuda was redesigned for 1970 and lost its six-year lineage with the Valiant compact. Public response was favorable as sales improved by 50% over the prior year. That included the ‘Cuda performance editions that could be equipped… more»
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Triple Black Treat: 1969 Chrysler Newport Convertible
There’s something about the appearance of triple-black cars that allows them to be both classy and menacing at the same time. That is the case with this 1969 Chrysler Newport Convertible. Its black paint and soft-top combine perfectly with… more»
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396/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Convertible
When new, the 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Convertible offered its owner a potent wind-in-the-hair motoring experience. Little has changed in more than five decades since the car rolled off the production line, except the Chevelle SS 396 has… more»
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The Forgotten Sports Car: 1935 Aero Minx
I guess for something to be forgotten, it has to be known about in the first place. I know what a Hillman Minx is, courtesy of a Lesney Matchbox car, but an Aero Minx was a new one for… more»
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Rare Five Letter Car: 1985 Mazda RX-7 GSL-SE
If you’re going hunting for an FB-chassis Mazda RX7, there are a few key letters to consider when beginning your search. First of all, there’s the Series 3 versus the Series 2. There’s also the earliest version known as… more»
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1-of-200: 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix 2+2
With NASCAR competition set to undergo some of its most radical changes for the 2022 season, now seems an appropriate time for this 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix 2+2 to arrive on our desks here at Barn Finds. The company… more»
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Rock Crusher Restoration: 1970 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The second generation of the Chevy Camaro debuted in 1970 and would enjoy an incredible 12-year run. The Z28 would morph from its SCCA roots to come with a Corvette-based LT1 350 V8 that produced a neck-breaking 360 hp… more»
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27k Mile Time Capsule: 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser
The Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser was the successor to the Vista Cruiser in 1978, but the latter had long since lost its interesting raised-roofline and roof-mounted skylights. It would be the Cutlass Supreme version of a station wagon, and this… more»
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Six Cylinder Looker: 1980 Pontiac Firebird
There’s something to be said for owning a nicely preserved example of a lower-spec version of an iconic car. While there’s often an obsession with finding the most sporting example of a muscle car, it also means there’s a… more»
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31k Mile Survivor: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
Despite that the U.S. auto industry was hit again with rising gas prices, 1979 turned out to be a great year for the Chevy Camaro. The automobile saw record sales at more than 282,000 copies. Physical changes would be… more»
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Tricked Out Wagon: 1978 Pontiac Sunbird Safari
The Pontiac Astre was a rebadged Chevrolet Vega, enabling them to participate in the subcompact boom of the 1970s. While the Vega was around from 1971-77, the Astre was only produced during those final three years. But the wagon… more»
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Tidy Driver: 1952 MG TD
Post-war British sports cars continue to experience a strong following in the classic community. While they may not possess the outright performance of a muscle car, they are still rewarding vehicles that remain affordable and easy to maintain. That… more»
