Pony Cars

Ideal First Project: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am

Some enthusiasts can be intimidated by the prospect of tackling a first restoration project. Selecting the ideal candidate is critical to ensuring the experience is enjoyable. Few things will sour the venture faster than the new owner discovering that… more»

Frightening Fastback: 1966 Ford Mustang 2+2

A father-son project can bond a family, creating memories that will last well into adulthood. Or, as in the case of this 1966 Mustang Fastback, it can apparently turn into boredom and an abandoned project. The son in this… more»

Patina Now, Paint Later: 1967 Ford Mustang Coupe

You can’t go wrong with a classic Mustang if you want a car that will slide into a parking space at the local burger night car show and get at least a modicum of attention. However, some people think… more»

Barn-Fresh Project: 1974 Chevrolet Camaro

After being rudely rolled into the harsh sunlight, this 1974 Chevrolet Camaro comes to market with optimism and minimal rust. The Denton, Texas classic features white paint, some ’80s upgrades, and a two-tone white and black interior. The listing… more»

No Reserve I-6 Project: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro

This 1967 Chevy Camaro was your basic model. It came with a six-cylinder engine and a 3-speed manual transmission. And might think a restorer would want to replace that with V8 power. But that’s not the case here. Though… more»

SS 396? 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

Well, this one’s an odd study. Yes, this 1967 Camaro convertible is a bit of a mess and it appears to be a standard model convertible. It’s advertised as possessing a 396 CI V8 engine but it would have… more»

New Sheet Metal Included: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

Assembling the steel required to return a classic project to a rust-free state can be time-consuming. However, that isn’t an issue with this 1969 Camaro project. The seller has performed the leg work to give the car’s new owner… more»

1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 428 Cobra Jet 4-Speed

Although it had become bigger and heavier during its production life, many enthusiasts believe that cars like this 1970 Mach 1 represent the First Generation Mustang at the peak of its power. The increased dimensions allowed Ford to shoehorn… more»

Original 390: 1967 Ford Mustang Hardtop

It is easy to understand why the Mustang was a runaway sales success. Ford catered to every taste and budget with its iconic pony car, and even the most humble-looking vehicle could hide a performance secret. Such is the… more»

Luxurious Project: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda Gran Coupe

The inaugural year for the third-generation Barracuda netted some very fine choices to be found at your Plymouth dealer back in 1970, with a trip to the lot probably making most buyers yearn to buy one of each, and… more»

Restored 4-Speed Classic! 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS

Until 1967, the Ford Mustang practically had the new “pony car” market to itself. Then competition arrived and Chevrolet’s new Camaro quickly attained the #2 spot behind Ford. After a successful first year, the Camaro was little changed in… more»

1980s Collectible: 1985 Ford Mustang SVO

If your car collection doesn’t yet extend to something 1980s, a Mustang SVO might be a viable piece to acquire. You can drive it regularly and reliably, not worry a ton if it gets a little rain action, and… more»

Genuine Drag Pack: 1971 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Super Cobra Jet

Automotive perfection. Does such a thing exist? That is the question posed by this 1971 Mustang Mach 1. Its presentation is superb, but what hides below the surface raises the stakes considerably. The original owner ordered this classic with… more»

Restorable Field Find: 1966 Ford Mustang

In 1966, the Ford Mustang was the hottest thing going since sliced bread. After debuting in mid-1964, the new pony car sold nearly 1.3 million copies in 2.5 years (that’s crazy, man!). I owned a ’66 Mustang with a… more»

Supercharged Fox Body: 1990 Ford Mustang LX

Based on appearance alone, this is one tidy 1990 Ford Mustang LX all the way around, with the cleanliness factor by itself enough to pique some interest in this Fox body.  But maybe that bulging hood and those outside… more»

Clean As A Whistle! 1967 Plymouth Barracuda

When it comes to pony cars, Plymouth often gets short shrift in spite of releasing their Barracuda about a week before Ford unleashed their vaunted Mustang in 1964. Part of the issue is that the Barracuda looked like a… more»

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