Pony Cars

1 of 61: 1969 Mercury Cougar Convertible Project

By 1967, Ford Motor Co. had two entries in the new “pony car” market – the Ford Mustang and Mercury Cougar. The Cougar was a more luxurious offering given that most Mercurys were a step up from most comparable… more»

Two Owner Survivor: 1991 Ford Mustang LX

This 1991 Ford Mustang LX is a clean and tidy classic that has spent its life in the care of two meticulous, mature owners. It presents beautifully, while the engine and transmission combination promise excellent performance. It has a… more»

Newer Interior: 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback

When the new Ford Mustang was unveiled in April 1964, only a coupe and a convertible were offered. It wasn’t until the Fall, when the official 1965 model year got underway, that the super sporty fastback edition would arrive…. more»

One of 1806: 1971 Ford Mustang Boss 351

It’s not uncommon for car people to collect (or want to collect) cars that their parents owned. In his younger days, my dad drove a Grabber Lime ’71 Mach 1, so seeing old slides of that car started me… more»

Too Good to be True? 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340

The Plymouth Barracuda dropped its association with the Valiant compact in 1970 when Chrysler gave it and the new Dodge Challenger their own E-body platform. The ‘Cuda 340 was available from 1970 to 1973, replaced by a 360 in… more»

Overhead Cam: 1967 Pontiac Firebird Sprint Convertible

It’s always fun to run across a first-year example of just about any auto, and the Pontiac Firebird is certainly no exception.  Pony cars were hot commodities during this period, with Pontiac introducing its F-Body offering as a 1967… more»

Hugger Orange Project: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

Chevrolet built and sold nearly a quarter-million Camaro “pony cars” in 1969. While the styling was crisper than in 1967-68, the automobile had a 15-month production run due to the all-new ‘70s being delayed. This ’69 began life with… more»

Good Buy? 1974 Dodge Challenger 360

The “pony car” market got off to a rousing start in 1964 with the popular Ford Mustang. Chevrolet and others would come along in 1967-68 and Dodge got into the market in 1970. But the market soon began to… more»

Affordable Mopar? 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T

Dodge introduced the Challenger in 1970, the last of the automakers to join the “pony car” movement. It was initially successful at nearly 77,000 units in the first year, though that was a fraction of what the market leader… more»

High-End Driver: 1969 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 Fastback

There is no doubt that cars wearing the Shelby badge are among the most desirable of the First Generation Mustang range. That is true of this 1969 Shelby GT350, which makes a bold first impression. We see a few… more»

Former Barn Find: 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback

I always feel for an enthusiast who has fallen foul of a non-paying buyer, especially when the classic is a desirable vehicle like this 1970 Ford Mustang. It has a fascinating past and is a rock-solid classic that is… more»

Restomod of Restoration? 1965 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback

Some classic projects leave potential buyers with an obvious path to follow, while others offer a myriad of choices. Such is the case with this 1965 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback. Somebody has returned its body to a rust-free state,… more»

Running 440: No Reserve 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T

This 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T has led what could literally be described as a colorful life. Its story includes a color change from one desirable shade to another, but there is an opportunity for a new owner to reverse… more»

350/4-Speed: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Some classics appear on the market, ticking almost every box an enthusiast could want as they contemplate a candidate to park in their garage. Such is the case with this 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28. It has avoided all of… more»

Worth Saving? Rare 4-Speed 1972 Pontiac Trans Am

  Mothballed in 1998 for a someday restoration, this 1972 Pontiac Trans Am in Martinsville, Indiana awaits a new owner and a timely revival. These TAs were no joke, with a single engine option, the 455 high output LS5… more»

Highly Optioned: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am Special Edition

The Second Generation Pontiac Trans Am remains one of the most highly sought classics from the 1970s. Although values for the 1979 Special Edition have taken a slight hit during the last year, pristine examples and promising project candidates… more»

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