Since the third generation of the Chevy Corvette debuted in 1968 based on the Mako Shark concept car, the 1969 editions were little changed. Four versions of the 427 cubic inch “big block” V8 were available in the Corvette,… more»
Muscle Cars
1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass 4-4-2 Holiday Coupe
No hood scoops, faux air ducts, stripes, or wings sully the smooth lines of this 1969 Oldsmobile 4-4-2 Holiday Coupe. Only metal “442” script warns that a super-hot 400 powers this Clark Kent hardtop. Listed as a “garage find”… more»
Last Year for the 455: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
Mark K. found this 1976 Pontiac Trans Am equipped with a 455 cubic inch V8 engine and 4 speed transmission. There were only 7,528 Trans Ams built in 1976 with the L75 455 cubic inch V8 engine. This car… more»
17 Years In Storage: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula
When the 1979 Pontiac Firebird came around, I remember some of my car-crazy classmates in high school saying they didn’t like the new sleeker front end quite as much as the previous year’s model. Oddly, I can remember lots… more»
34 Original Miles! 1989 Dodge Shelby CSX
Shelby! One of the most important names in American automotive performance. Also, one of the most important names in outsized automobile valuation. We’ve all seen what the Shelby name has done for the Cobra and Mustang, but how about… more»
421 Tri-Power: 1965 Pontiac 2+2
Some vehicle manufacturers can disappear without causing a ripple, while others will cause heartbreak among enthusiasts. It would be safe to say that Pontiac falls into the latter category. It’s incredible to think that a brand renowned for producing… more»
17k Original Miles: 1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds 15th Anniversary
After an absence of three years, Oldsmobile revived the Hurst/Olds for the 1983 model year. This decision coincided with the 15th Anniversary of that derivative, so the 3,001 cars from that model year wore appropriate badges and decals. Our… more»
Stunning Mopar! 1969 Dodge Charger R/T SE
The Dodge Charger debuted in mid-1966 and would not be popular until Chrysler’s B-body intermediates were redesigned in 1968. Compared to just 17,000 Chargers built in 1967, two years later the tally would be more than 89,000. Included in… more»
Solid Survivor: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner
Finding a classic car with five decades under its belt that doesn’t require hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars to address rust issues is the dream of most enthusiasts. That is what is on offer with this 1970… more»
396/4-Speed! 1970 Chevrolet Nova SS
Chevrolet didn’t waste much time in creating an SS version of their compact offering, with the Super Sport option appearing on the 1963 models just one year after the Chevy II/Nova made its debut. In the beginning, the SS… more»
Hemi/4-Speed: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner
Determining a “Greatest Of All Time” in any category is sure to ignite debate, and that is certainly true when the topic turns to the American V8. Many enthusiasts will put forward compelling arguments for an engine wearing the… more»
















