46K Original Miles: 1968 Ford Mustang California Special

To my mind’s eye, this is still one of the best values out there in the world of classic muscle cars: the 1968 Ford Mustang California Special. Factory-installed Shelby styling, truly limited production, and respectable standard horsepower all combine… more»

L78-Equipped: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

Like many things in life, not all muscle cars are equal. Take the 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 as an example. It is an iconic vehicle offering outstanding performance. However, the first owner of our feature car took it… more»

440 Six-Pack: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner

Many enthusiasts believe that muscle cars reached the literal and metaphorical peak of their power in 1970. Like Superman and kryptonite, tighter emission regulations would eventually reduce these cars to shadows of their former selves, explaining why classics like… more»

Bring a Forklift! 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340

The Plymouth Barracuda got a whole new lease on life in 1970. That included the ‘Cuda 340, which was the small-block performance edition of the “pony” car. This rusty example has been picked clean and partially cut up and… more»

429 V8 4-Speed: 1966 Ford Fairlane GTA Drop-Top

The Fairlane was part of the Ford ensemble from 1955 to 1970. From 1962 forward, it was a mid-size car and gained stacked headlights in 1966 to match the bigger Ford. The seller’s ’66 Fairlane is a GTA, meaning… more»

Greenwood Kit? 1987 Chevrolet Corvette

Does a body kit ever make a car more desirable? The general rule of thumb is no, it does not; in fact, it can even have the opposite effect and make a car less desirable to the audience that… more»

1970 Chevrolet Camaro RS Project

The 1970 model year marked a major turning point for Chevrolet’s popular pony car. With an all-new body design and a more aggressive stance, the second-generation Camaro debuted and quickly established itself as one of the most recognizable muscle… more»

1960 Chevrolet Impala Convertible Project

Early Chevrolet Impalas have long been favorites among classic car enthusiasts, and the 1960 model in particular stands out for its distinctive styling and place in Chevrolet history. This 1960 Chevrolet Impala Convertible, currently listed on craigslist, is offered… more»

Will You Save It? 1971 Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS

Chevrolet redesigned the successful Camaro in 1970, but sales got off to a slow start. Production delays plus labor issues hampered deliveries in 1970 and 1971. The seller’s ’71 Camaro is both a Super Sport and a Rally Sport,… more»

Nicely Optioned: 1969 Pontiac GTO Project

The muscle car sector was reaching the peak of its power in 1969 as manufacturers played a game of top-trumps with engine power. This 1969 Pontiac GTO reflects that trend, and its first owner loaded it with desirable factory… more»

Same Family 30 Years: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

“Personal luxury” cars were quite popular in the 1960s, so Chevrolet finally decided to get into the action in 1970. Their entry was the Monte Carlo, which was built on the same platform as the Pontiac Grand Prix but… more»

Last of the 454s: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette

The C3 Corvette debuted in 1968, but 1974 marked a big shift in two ways. First, the urethane bumpers were now integrated fore and aft (no chrome), and second, the big-block V8s were doing their swan song (a 350… more»

Real X77 Code: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 Project

Few muscle cars carry the same reputation as the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28, and genuine examples remain highly sought after by collectors. This eBay listing offers one such car, a real 1969 Camaro Z/28 identified by its X77 trim… more»

Body Shop Fail: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

Chevrolet built more than 50,000 Chevelle Super Sports in 1970, the last year before sales declined due to rising insurance premiums and engine detuning. Buyers had their choice of two engines: the 396 cubic inch V8 (now 402 but… more»

Superbird Tribute: 1970 Plymouth Satellite

While a clone is typically considered an automobile that replicates an actual model as closely as possible, a tribute has looser reins and leaves more room for taking liberties and adding personal touches, allowing a builder to turn a… more»

Museum Convertible: 1964 Studebaker Super Lark

In 1963, Studebaker introduced the Super Lark, a Daytona with a 289 cubic inch V8 and a 4-barrel carburetor in R1 and R2 trim. The former meant no supercharger, while the latter had a McCulloch blower. The new Avanti… more»

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