Muscle Cars

Same Family 53 Years: 1971 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454

When the El Camino “Ute” (utility coupe) returned in 1964, it was based on the new Chevelle mid-size offering. Because it’s a car under the skin rather than a truck, the El Camino and Ford’s Ranchero were often referred… more»

RS SS Tribute: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Racer

The Chevrolet Camaro debuted in 1967 to do battle with the extremely popular Ford Mustang. While it was unable to dethrone the leading “pony car,” the Camaro became the second-best seller right out of the door. The car was… more»

R-Code 428 CJ/4-Speed Project: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

If the idea of whether or not a car is worth saving is probed, it almost instinctively triggers a yes answer in my mind, as there’s got to be some hope if the question even comes up.  However, that… more»

26k Original Miles: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe

It is a well-worn cliche that racing improves the breed. It is also true in many cases, with buyers often reaping the benefit of lessons learned on the track. Such is the case with this 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo… more»

1 of 5 Big Bad Orange: 1970 AMC Rebel Machine

One of the rarest of the mid-size muscle cars of the 1960s and 1970s was the AMC Rebel Machine. It was only produced for one year (1970), and estimates are that the number of assemblies was in the low… more»

Project Potential: 1964 Pontiac GTO 4-Speed Project

Early GTOs don’t come along every day, and when they do, they usually bring a mix of promise and uncertainty. This 1964 Pontiac GTO is very much that kind of car—a project with real muscle car roots that’s now… more»

389 Tri-Power: 1962 Pontiac Bonneville

The horsepower race was on in earnest during the 1960s, with the decade’s early years setting the scene for what was to come. This 1962 Pontiac Bonneville perfectly demonstrates the emerging trend, with its engine bay housing a 389ci… more»

409 Dual-Quad: 1962 Chevrolet Impala Super Sport

I’m unsure whether there is such a thing as the perfect classic, but if there is, this 1962 Chevrolet Impala Super Sport could be a contender. Its presentation is seemingly flawless following a frame-off restoration, and its interior will… more»

Small-Block Project: 1972 Plymouth Duster 340

Plymouth introduced a fastback version of its Valiant compact, the Duster. It was a popular seller between 1970 and 1976. The Duster 340 was the performance version in 1970-73 (replaced by the Duster 360). Rated at 275 horsepower, these… more»

Shadow Grey Survivor: 1970 Chevrolet Camaro RS

Second-generation Camaros are finally getting the recognition they deserve, and survivor-grade cars like this 1970 Chevrolet Camaro RS help explain why. Listed here on eBay with just 52,581 miles, this split-bumper RS presents as an honest, well-kept example that… more»

15k Miles? 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454

When the 454 cubic inch V8 engine arrived in 1970, it was the motor that Chevrolet had offered in a passenger car to date. And a natural home for it was in the Chevelle Super Sport, where it was… more»

V8 Powered Compact: 1977 AMC Hornet AMX

While the original AMX is a coveted two-seater muscle car based on the AMC Javelin, it was discontinued as a stand-alone model almost as soon as it debuted, with production lasting only between 1968 and 1970.  While the AMX… more»

Cranberry Time Capsule: 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Convertible

Finding a true survivor Chevelle convertible in today’s market is no small feat, and this 1971 example stands out precisely because it hasn’t been over-restored, reimagined, or heavily altered. Offered as an original, unmodified Malibu Chevelle convertible, this car… more»

Decent Project Car: 1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport SportsRoof

One of the fascinating “what-ifs” of American automotive styling is what direction the all-new-for-1972 Torino would had taken if five-mile-per-hour bumper regulations not taken effect in 1973. With its bold grille and intricate front bumper, the ’72 model was… more»

21K Original Miles: 1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula WS6

In all layers of the car hobby, there are subtle outliers of vehicles that represent excellent value but seemingly fly below the radar. They offer some combination of features or desirable mechanical components that aren’t immediately obvious when looking… more»

Four-Eyed Fox: 1986 Ford Mustang GT

Voting preferences, religion, pineapple on pizza – the list of things we argue about as a culture is near endless (and growing by the day.) The four-eyed Mustang is an example of how in automotive enthusiast culture, we can… more»

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