Because the second-generation Pontiac Firebird had such a lengthy production run, fans break it up in to sub-generations: 1970-1973, 1974-1976, 1977-1978, and 1979-1981. As the owner of a ’74 Esprit myself, I know that the ’74-’76 shovel nose generation… more»
Pony Cars
Oct 15, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Show Car Spectacular: 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400
That twin-scoop hood. The big chrome front bumper. The hood-mounted tachometer. This 1967 Pontiac Firebird looks bad to the bone, even before you read the magic script on the intakes and the trunk lid: “400,” it says, as in,… more»
Oct 15, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Garage Find: 2000 Pontiac Trans Am WS6
I have always been proud of my willpower, but admit that I would struggle to own a classic like this 2000 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 and leave it hidden in a garage for two decades. Such has been the… more»
Oct 14, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
428 CJ/4-Speed: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Project
Some enthusiasts will avoid completing another person’s unfinished project for fear that there might be hidden nasties to sour the experience. However, this 1979 Ford Mustang Mach 1 is at a point where they should have little trouble determining… more»
Oct 14, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Droptop Project: 1971 Plymouth Barracuda Convertible
This 1971 Plymouth Barracuda project seems at a fairly decent point for the next owner to take over, but the reason behind the restoration not moving any more forward already is the saddest tale here. The story goes that… more»
Oct 13, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Murky History?: 1965 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback
At first glimpse, this 1965 Mustang 2+2 (fastback) looks worth pursuing, depending on where its currently under-reserve bid of $33,400 goes. And truly, any A-code fastback, rare as they are, is going to command a minimum of $40K and… more»
Oct 13, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Fresh Paint & Decals: 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra
In 1978, brown was a popular color. Both the Camaro Z28 and Pontiac Trans Am could be acquired in different hues of brown. Ford offered the Mustang II for the last year and someone stepped up and purchased this… more»
Oct 12, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Same Owner 39 Years: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1
The Mach 1 arrived in Ford showrooms in the Fall of 1968 as a performance/ appearance option on the Mustang. It would initially be popular, comprising nearly 25% of Mustang sales in the first year. It was only offered… more»
Oct 12, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Solid T-Top Driver: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
Maybe I’m the odd one out here, but the seller of this 1976 Pontiac Trans Am throws out the idea of swapping the front section to the next design with quad headlights and turning this one into a Bandit… more»
Oct 12, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Estate Sale – Potpourri of Cars, Trucks, Parts
It’s sad when someone dies and leaves their estate to someone else to dispose of. But it must be tough when the dearly departed was a mechanic who apparently kept more than he discarded. Such is the case with… more»
Oct 12, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Rolling Project: 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
Angles and surroundings are both vital elements to make your car look like a desirable project in the photos, and the seller of this 1973 Barracuda did manage to capture one decent shot of his Plymouth sitting in a… more»
Oct 12, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
340 6-Pack V8: 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A
The Challenger T/A (short for Trans Am) was a one-year-only muscle car designed to compete against the Chevy Camaro Z/28 and Ford Mustang Boss 302. The cars differed from those on the track in SCCA racing in that a… more»
Oct 11, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
One Owner Project: 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda 383 V8
After waiting patiently for more than five years, the Plymouth Barracuda finally got its own platform in 1970. It had previously been based on the Valiant compact, and now the E-body was exclusive to the Barracuda and the new… more»
Oct 11, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
SSP Police Package: 1987 Ford Mustang LX
Decades ago during my formative years, I used to dream of attending one of our local Metro Police auctions and buying a patrol car that was being retired from the department’s fleet. Back in the eighties, it wasn’t uncommon… more»
Oct 10, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Driver-Grade Survivor: 1969 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350
When it comes to desirable First Generation Mustangs, anything wearing a Shelby badge sits high on most lists. Produced in limited numbers, these classics perfectly blended performance and luxury to achieve legendary status. This 1969 Shelby GT350 is a… more»
Oct 9, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
400/4-Speed: 1967 Pontiac Firebird
Pontiac released its Firebird for the 1967 model year as its entry into the pony car market. However, it is vehicles like this first-year example that will give classic muscle cars a run for their money. The 400ci V8… more»
