Pony Cars

Another COPO! 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS

1969 COPO Camaros aren’t exactly thick on the ground, with 1,015 examples of the 9561 variant produced during that model year. Therefore, it is a rare privilege to see two of those cars cross our desks at Barn Finds… more»

Two V8 Engines! 1969 Pontiac Firebird

Both Chevrolet and Pontiac fielded entries in the new “pony car” sector in 1967. The goal was to dethrone the “king”, Ford’s Mustang, but sales of the Camaro and Firebird combined were still less than that of the FOMOCO… more»

1 of 35 Hemi Orange: 1971 Dodge Challenger 340

The Challenger was Dodge’s entry into the previously lucrative “pony car” market. But they were the last manufacturer to get there (in 1970) and demand for muscle cars (and related) began to drop just about the time the Challenger… more»

Survivor Quality Pony? 1966 Ford Mustang

If you worked on the assembly line at Ford in 1966, you probably clocked a lot of overtime. That’s when they built more than 607,000 copies of the new Mustang “pony car” (which would be its best sales year… more»

Simply Stunning: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Sport Coupe

There are many reasons why a classic can garner attention, from inherent desirability to jaw-dropping presentation. This 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Sport Coupe may not be a Z28, but it is a car that appears to need nothing. Its panels… more»

Patriotic Performer: 1972 AMC Javelin AMX

American Motors got into the “pony car” game in 1968 with the Javelin. But they went one step further, also offering a GT-style coupe called the AMX which was a 2-seat Javelin with a shorter wheelbase. AMX sales weren’t… more»

Two Owners, 46k Miles: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro

When the Chevy Camaro was introduced in 1967, it had a formidable task to do: unseat the king of the “pony car” movement, the Ford Mustang. It would take years for that to occur, but the Camaro had a… more»

Original 401: 1973 AMC Javelin AMX

Hiding in this barn is an American classic that shows promise. This 1973 AMC Javelin AMX appears solid, and the fact that it runs and drives suggests returning to active service to enjoy some summer cruising is an achievable… more»

Genuine COPO: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

Most enthusiasts agree that a few letters or numbers can make the difference between a great classic and one that lifts greatness to a higher plane. Such is the case with this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro. Following a recent restoration,… more»

Clean And Affordable: 1976 Chevrolet Camaro LT

While the Z28 option was gone in 1975 and 1976, the Camaro was still a good looking car that sold well. This dark red 1976 Chevrolet Camaro LT is listed here on eBay with 3 days remaining in the… more»

As Good As It Gets! 1968 Chevrolet Camaro

When I first spied this 1968 Chevrolet Camaro I  immediately thought of a guy that I knew my freshman year of college. He was a friend of a friend and had a very clean ’68 Camaro identical to this… more»

One Of The Last: 1974 Dodge Challenger

With interest in pony cars dwindling, the first generation Dodge Challenger didn’t even make it through its final year of production, getting the axe in April of 1974.  That’s a shame, as it was still scoring very high in… more»

Original 289/4-Speed: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback

Hiding in the back of this workshop is a classic that could be an excellent restoration candidate. Looking beyond the aftermarket wheels, this 1967 Mustang Fastback is a largely unmolested vehicle featuring its original engine and transmission. Returning it… more»

Striking Paint & Trim: 1974 Pontiac Trans Am

The demise of marques like Pontiac has motivated passionate enthusiasts to strive to protect and preserve some of the brand’s more iconic models. That is true of the Second Generation Trans Am, but this 1974 example stands out from… more»

Moldy Barn Find: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback

Time is undoubtedly kinder to some classics than others. Take this 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback as a prime example. It would have been a magnificent beast in its prime, but it is now a sad and sorry sight. It… more»

How Much? 1965 Ford Mustang

Most Barn Finds readers will have seen an example of a classic that seemed a lost cause but has been brought back from the brink by a dedicated enthusiast. It takes a special type of person to achieve such… more»

Barn Finds