The Torino nameplate was added to Ford’s mid-size lineup in 1968, being the senior trim level over the Fairlane. The GT was the performance-oriented edition, and the seller’s ’68 fastback was once an S-code powerhouse (390 cubic inch V8/4-barrel… more»
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Stunning 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 4-Speed
While some enthusiasts focus exclusively on originality, others will compromise if the classic in question presents exceptionally well, has no rust issues, and promises exhilarating performance. If you fall into the second category, you could be irresistibly drawn to… more»
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Rare Dual Quads: 1964 Buick Riviera
Buick launched the Riviera as a personal luxury coupe in 1963, and it would remain a company staple through the balance of the 20th Century. The seller’s 1964 edition has the optional “Super Wildcat” version of the 425 cubic… more»
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Stored 47 Years: 1964 Pontiac GTO Convertible
Launched as a muscle car in 1964, the Pontiac GTO earned the nickname of “Gas, Tires & Oil” over the years as the leader of the performance pack. Projections for first-year sales were 5,000 units, yet 32,405 GTOs were… more»
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Beautiful Muscle: 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340 4-Speed
For us E-Body fans, the mere mention of just about any first-generation Dodge Challenger or third-generation Plymouth Barracuda for sale is enough to create a feeling of excitement, or at least pique some interest. However, once in a while,… more»
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Family Heirloom: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback
The popular Ford Mustang received its first styling update in 1967, but still looked like the car that sold 1.2 million copies in the three years prior. The fastback version, like this on,e may be at the top of… more»
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First Year Running Project: 1966 Dodge Charger
Dodge released the Charger in 1966, a slick fastback version of their B-bodied intermediates. To me, it resembled AMC’s Marlin, which went down a similar path for 1965-67. The first-gen Chargers were a modest success at 53,000 units across… more»
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BF Auction: 1970 Chevrolet El Camino
UPDATE – The seller has added a walk-around and start-up video! This 1970 Chevrolet El Camino, now listed as a Barn Finds Auction in Oklahoma City, blends classic muscle-era styling with upgraded performance. Showing 84,925 miles and carrying a… more»
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BF Auction: 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 454
UPDATE – The seller has added a walk-around and start-up video! The Chevrolet Chevelle is one of the world’s most iconic muscle cars, but this 1968 example takes that to a higher level. Its engine bay houses a potent… more»
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Barn Find 1968 Shelby GT500 KR Revived!
Back in 2020, reader Andy B sent us an incredible find. A neighbor’s uncle had parked this 1968 Shelby GT500 KR, and it remained hidden away for decades. It has recently emerged from its slumber to become one of… more»
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68K-Mile Survivor: 1980 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
Second-generation Firebirds have developed a strong following in recent years, and original examples are getting harder to find. This 1980 Pontiac Firebird Esprit, now listed on craigslist, is presented as a one-owner survivor with just 68,000 original miles and… more»
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Rebuilt Lightning Rods: 1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds
Oldsmobile partnered with Hurst Performance from 1968 to 1984 to offer a special breed of muscle car. These were offered sporadically (not every year), but always on a Cutlass and always with a Hurst-supplied shifter. The seller’s 1983 edition… more»
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Fresh 454 V8 Muscle: 1980 Chevrolet Malibu
When General Motors redesigned and downsized its mid-size automobiles, the Chevrolet Chevelle dropped its main name. From 1978 forward, the intermediate was simply called a Malibu, the previous upgraded version of the Chevelle (that name had been around since… more»
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Heavy Chevy: 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle
Produced for just two years (1971 and 1972), the Heavy Chevy was a “poor man’s” version of the Chevelle Super Sport. Heavy on graphics but light on creature comforts, it was a budget-minded muscle car whose main requirement was… more»
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455 V8 Project: 1962 Pontiac Bonneville
The Bonneville was usually Pontiac’s top-of-the-line car during its lengthy run from 1957 to 2005. In the 1960s, it rode on a longer wheelbase than the Catalina, providing passengers with more legroom and a smoother ride. This third-generation “Bonney”… more»
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Running 4-Speed Project: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
As with most projects, this 1971 Chevrolet Corvette has both pros and cons to consider, one of the former being that the engine and transmission are still factory components. It’s also currently running, and it’s a convertible, so I’m… more»
