Muscle Cars

Running Project: 1974 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds

The Hurst/Olds was a luxury/performance version of the Oldsmobile Cutlass, inspired by the 1960s muscle car, the 442. It was offered during nine model years spread between 1968 and 1984. The 1974 edition was selected to pace the field… more»

Straight-Six Project: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle

Anytime a car comes around that seems as entry-level and original as this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu, the purist side of me hopes it will be restored as it came from the factory.  On the other hand, what’s not… more»

440 V8 Project: 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T

Dodge entered the 1967 model year focused on the youth and/or performance market. The new Charger was in its second year and the Coronet would gain a powerful model, the R/T (short for Road/Track). It had a 440 cubic… more»

36k Mile Original Paint: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary

This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is claimed to have its original paint and only covered 36,820 miles over the past 45 years. It represents the pinnacle of the development of the 2nd generation Trans Am including every option available… more»

Original 383/4-Speed: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner

Muscle cars fell out of favor in the 1970s as manufacturers focused on complying with emerging safety and emission regulations. The badges lived on, but the vehicles wearing them were shadows of their predecessors. Thankfully, enthusiasts preserved cars like… more»

Highly Optioned: 1968 Pontiac GTO

Life typically involves compromise, and the classic car world is no different. Potential buyers must assess their needs, sometimes trading off one characteristic for another. Muscle cars are traditionally hard-edged vehicles focused primarily on outright performance. However, this 1968… more»

Column Shift: 1970 Pontiac Trans Am Ram Air III

The 1970 Pontiac Trans Am made its debut on February 26, 1970 at the Chicago Auto Show. It was a revolutionary design that looked different than anything produced prior to that date. It was introduced so late int he… more»

One-Owner 350 V8: 1972 Oldsmobile 442

In the General Motors camp, when it came to muscle cars, Oldsmobile had the 442 (or 4-4-2 depending on the model year). Originally, it was the abbreviation for four-barrel carburetor, four-speed transmission, and dual exhaust (but that would evolve… more»

Running Project: 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS 409

One of the hottest cars you could buy in 1963 with the Chevy Impala with the Super Sport option and a 409 cubic inch V8. That engine was only in production for five years (1961 to 1965) but has… more»

34k Documented Miles: 1971 Dodge Charger

Mileage claims can be a slippery slope in the classic world, and many buyers have fallen victim to cars that aren’t all they appear to be. However, that isn’t the case with this 1971 Dodge Charger. The seller doesn’t… more»

Rebuilt 440 V8! 1969 Chrysler 300 Drop-Top

The Chrysler 300 Letter Series debuted in 1955 as Detroit’s first true muscle car. That was nearly a decade before the Pontiac GTO was bestowed with that credit. In 1962, Chrysler took advantage of the “300” name by creating… more»

Stored 37 Years: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Mustang sales began to decline in 1967 as competition had entered the new “pony car” segment in droves. To bolster interest in the Mustang, Ford introduced the Mach 1 in 1969, a combination performance/appearance model that went on to… more»

Aluminum Head L89 Project: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

When scouting around for a Corvette project, a first-year C3 is always a fun choice to consider, especially when it was born with a big block.  When you dig a little deeper and find out the original engine is… more»

Original Survivor: 1970 Ford Torino GT

UPDATE: 06/15/2024: We have had a few recent cases where sellers haven’t tasted success on their first attempt to find a new home for their beloved classic. This 1970 Ford Torino GT is a perfect example because it failed… more»

Triple-Black Treat: 1969 Oldsmobile 442

Muscle cars are, by their very nature, bold and aggressive beasts. However, they can become intimidating if an owner selects an appropriate paint and trim combination. Such is the case with this 1969 Oldsmobile 442. It isn’t an original… more»

440/4-Speed: 1968 Plymouth GTX

The muscle car war was in full swing by the late 1960s, and every manufacturer seemed to want a slice of the action. Plymouth took a two-pronged attack into battle with its Road Runner and GTX models. It designed… more»

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