Muscle Cars

Former 427 Big-Block: 1967 Chevrolet Corvette

The second generation of the Chevy Corvette was in its last year in 1967. This was in advance of the C3 “Mako Shark” editions that would soon begin production ahead of 1968. This ’67 convertible was once a rare… more»

First Year Project: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro

While the Mustang may be credited as the first offering to fall into the category of a pony car, it sure didn’t take other manufacturers long to realize what a marketable concept Ford had gotten into here, with GM… more»

Rally Sport Option: 1971 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28

The Chevy Camaro was an all-new car in 1970, but it would take a few years for it to become as popular as the first-generation models (1967-69). The auto was little changed in 1971 except for the use of… more»

Worth Saving? 1967 Pontiac GTO

When a car gets to a level of decay where it’s coming apart underneath in the driveway, that’s quite a deterrent for someone with my limited skills to consider taking that vehicle on as a project, even if it’s… more»

Original Tires Included: 1973 De Tomaso Pantera

The De Tomaso Pantera is a car that needs no introduction, as it’s one of the more sough-after (and still attainable) sports exotics from the 1970s. That “attainable” aspect is interesting, as I suspect the Pantera is heading for… more»

SS 396 Project: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro

Launched in 1967, the Chevy Camaro would prove to be quite the adversary to the Ford Mustang. Going into the 1970s, it would solidly hold second place in sales. The car was little changed in 1968, the most visible… more»

6k Mile 1988 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS

The General Motors G-Bodies were restyled for 1981, with the Buick Grand National first going into production the following year and understandably getting most of the gearhead fanfare from the bunch until its demise in 1987.  But the Chevrolet… more»

Chet Wilson Built 455: 1965 Oldsmobile 4-4-2

The mid-sixties were some fun times at GM when it came to muscle cars, with Pontiac’s GTO paving the way for the Oldsmobile 4-4-2 to follow shortly thereafter.  The first-year Olds offering got you the 330 V8 engine standard… more»

Sun Torched: 1970 Pontiac Firebird

It is hard to imagine that the sun can do much more damage than this to a car. This 1970 Pontiac Firebird is located in Tucson, Arizona. While the ad states that the car has been in storage, at… more»

Bermuda Blue: 1970 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400

Usually, new models were introduced by the big three at least 4 to 5 months before January of the new year. For the 1970 Pontiac Firebird, the new model was not introduced until February of 1970. This resulted in… more»

Rebuilt V8: 1980 Oldsmobile 442 W30

By 1980, the term “muscle car” had become relative. Manufacturers continued offering iconic models with a V8 under the hood, but buyers knew compliance with government legislative requirements had taken the edge off outright performance. This 1980 Oldsmobile 442… more»

Recent Restomod: 1969 Chevrolet Nova

From all indications, this 1969 Chevy Nova was a somewhat basic car when new. The VIN indicates it had an inline-6 engine (250 cubic inches?) and a 2-speed Powerglide. The original owner may have kept it this way until… more»

S-Code Roller: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback

Ford gave the Mustang its first facelift in 1967, enlarging the engine compartment in the process. That enabled them to stuff a big-block 390 cubic inch V8 under the hood, which we’re told this fastback once had. Whatever this… more»

Hot Rod Wagon: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Concours 396

In the late 1960s, Chevrolet liked to name their station wagons differently than their sedans. So, the lineup in the Chevelle ranks was Nomad, Greenbrier, Concours, and Concours Estate, with the latter two being Malibu equivalents in wagon trim… more»

Unrestored Survivor: 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS

There is something inherently reassuring about buying a classic car with a known ownership history. This impression is emphasized when a seller takes the time to reveal its shortcomings to ensure unwelcome surprises don’t blindside potential buyers. That is… more»

396 V8 Project: 1967 Chevrolet Impala SS

The Super Sport was born in 1961 and would adorn Chevy Impala’s for the balance of the decade. However, a shift to lighter cars with muscle and the debut of the luxury Caprice mid-decade led to less demand for… more»

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