We have recently seen a few stunning survivors cross our desks at Barn Finds, and we always appreciate the input of readers who spot some of the best for us to feature. Therefore, I must say a big thank… more»
Pony Cars
Dec 14, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
1 of 32: 1970 Ford Mustang 351 V8 4-Speed
Ford’s Mustang led the “pony car” scene from its debut in 1964 and into the 1970s. But sales would decline year-over-year from 1966-on as competition appeared from all angles. Production in 1970 was still a respectable 190,000 units and… more»
Dec 12, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Driving Project: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Pinpointing a derivative of the First Generation Mustang that holds the title of most desirable is almost impossible because the Mustang rewrote the rule book. However, the 1969 Mach 1 would be a strong contender, selling in sufficient numbers… more»
Dec 11, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
1971 Citroën SM and Dozens More Vintage Cars!
The Citroën SM was a French-built, high-performance coupé produced from 1970 to 1975. It finished third in the European Car of the Year honors in 1971 and was Motor Trend’s Car of the Year in 1972. Rarely seen today,… more»
Dec 11, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Start From Scratch: 1967 Camaro Coupe
Ever feel like picking up a 1960s Camaro and taking it down to the bones, then building it back up your way? That chance presents itself to you in the form of this 1967 Camaro 327 Sport (as named… more»
Dec 10, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
1 of 465 Big Bad Blue! 1969 AMC Javelin SST
American Motors joined the “pony car” wars in 1968 with the Javelin and it would be produced over two generations and seven years. During its early days, the car could be ordered in one of three wild colors, similar… more»
Dec 10, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Rebuilt V8: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Some classic cars lead metaphorically colorful lives, while others do so quite literally. This 1970 Mustang Mach 1 fits neatly into the second category and is begging for someone to return it to its former glory. They will start… more»
Dec 10, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
LX Sleeper: Coyote-Swapped 1985 Ford Mustang
Sometimes looks can be deceiving, as upon first glance this 1985 Ford Mustang here on Craigslist appears to be just a clean coupe that looks primarily stock and nicely preserved, but once you dig deeper it’s got some well-thought-out… more»
Dec 10, 2023 • For Sale • 2 Comments
Work-In-Progress: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
Between 1964 and 1966, the Ford Mustang practically owned the “pony car” market (including the slower-selling Plymouth Barracuda). The first real threat to the kingdom came in 1967 when Chevrolet rolled out the Camaro and sold 221,000 copies (less… more»
Dec 9, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
No Reserve Fastback Project: 1967 Ford Mustang
Here’s a 1967 Ford Mustang that we only get three sentences of information on from the seller, along with just nine photos from the actual car plus an additional picture of paperwork from when it was originally purchased on… more»
Dec 9, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Long-Term Owner: 1967 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500
For a classic car to provide the best return as a long-term investment, it typically has to be an exceptionally well-preserved survivor or meticulously restored, utilizing as many original or genuine components as possible. That poses the question: How… more»
Dec 8, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
430 Equipped: 1967 Mercury Cougar GT
The 1960s was undoubtedly the era of the horsepower wars as manufacturers sought to extract performance improvements by shoehorning larger and more potent engines under the hoods of their offerings. Mercury followed the practice by bolting a 390ci V8… more»
Dec 8, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Recently Restored: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1
The line between a restoration and a refurbishment can often be blurred. I have always considered the term “restoration” only applicable to classics returned painstakingly to their original form, while refurbished covers every other eventuality. Some enthusiasts don’t agree… more»
Dec 8, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Two-Owner 1979 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
The second-generation Pontiac Firebird enjoyed a 12-year run, so by 1979, you’d think the auto would be little changed. Nope, they gave the pony car a styling refresh with a more aerodynamic front end. The Esprit was the “luxury”… more»
Dec 8, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Rare COPO 427 V8! 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
If you wanted to get a 427 cubic inch V8 in a 1969 Camaro, you had to work with your dealer to custom order one for you. This went through COPO (Central Office Production Order), a special-order system that… more»
Dec 8, 2023 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Aluminum 427: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
No signs of barn dust sully this immaculately restored 1969 Chevrolet Camaro, but the animal under the hood contains more than 400 horses. With dealers like Canonsburg, Pennsylvania’s Yenko Chevrolet ordering up COPO (Central Office Production Order) Camaros with… more»
