Pony Cars

Jan 9, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments

New Under the Hood: 1970 Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda

The 1970 model year was perhaps the pinnacle of the muscle car movement. A lot of hot cars were around in those days, like the Pontiac GTO Judge or Chevelle SS 454. But we can’t forget the AAR ‘Cuda… more»

Jan 8, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments

Ready To Recommision: 1974 Javelin

We all know what’s happened to classic car prices of late, so it’s encouraging to say that here’s what looks like an inexpensive California car ready to recommission into a driver. It’s a 1974 AMC Javelin coupe, and it… more»

Jan 8, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments

Neon Orange: 1976 Chevrolet Camaro LT

Camaro fans of the mid 1970’s didn’t have too much to get excited about when it came to acceleration and horsepower. The Camaro was still a good looking car and thanks to the success of the Pontiac Trans Am,… more»

Jan 7, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments

21k Original Miles: 1999 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 SS Convertible

The idea of using a classic car as a daily driver may be unthinkable to some, but some candidates could serve admirably in that role. This 1999 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 SS Convertible is a shining example. It is an… more»

Jan 6, 2024 • For Sale • 48 Comments

Dented Roller – 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302

Faded paint and a dented roof won’t stop die-hard Ford fans from eyeballing this 1970 Ford Boss 302 Mustang. For a model named after its engine, though, the missing high-power mill raises the front suspension and lowers the eagerness… more»

Jan 6, 2024 • For Sale • 36 Comments

Single Family Ownership: 1971 Plymouth Duster

Whenever I confront a car, I wonder – why was this car made this way? Was it a sibling of some other car – or not? Was there something else going on – regulations, wars, Mad Men in control… more»

Jan 5, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments

7,500 Mile 1984 Pontiac Trans Am

Sometimes I marvel at low mileage performance cars that have less than 10k miles on them. While cars are meant to be driven, I like that some people save them for us to drive and enjoy sometimes 30 to… more»

Jan 5, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments

Flood Ravaged: 2008 Ford Mustang GT

There are few sights sadder than finding a classic that has been destroyed due to circumstances beyond an owner’s control. That has been the fate of this 2008 Mustang GT, which would have been a potent car in its… more»

Jan 5, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments

No Reserve 1970 AMC Javelin SST Project

The first generation AMC Javelin only lasted three years, beginning with the 1968 model and continuing through ’70 until the car got a major restyling for its second-gen in 1971. But before the more curvaceous body took over, for… more»

Jan 4, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments

Featured Find: 1994 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Convertible

There is nothing wrong with planning ahead, and with warm weather just around the corner, finding an affordable and suitable classic to make the most of the summer sun can often be challenging. That is where this 1994 Chevrolet… more»

Jan 4, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments

One Owner Garage Find: 1967 Mercury Cougar

Things began to get serious in the growing “pony car” market segment in 1967 when the number of competitors grew from two to five. Joining the Ford Mustang and Plymouth Barracuda (which was a distant second in sales), were… more»

Jan 4, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments

No Reserve 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340 Project

This 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda project first struck me as a hard pass, but after digging a little deeper I spotted a few redeeming qualities that might make this one worth considering if you’re looking for an E-Body to restore,… more»

Jan 4, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments

Work-In-Process: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 RS

Due to a labor strike in 1972 and sagging industry pony car sales, the Chevy Camaro was a threat for cancellation. Fortunately, the car bounced back in 1973 and only just recently retired altogether. This 1973 edition is both… more»

Jan 4, 2024 • For Sale • 35 Comments

Hugger Orange 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS

If cars could talk, this one would probably have some interesting stories to tell. It’s been in the same family since new, sports what once was Hugger Orange paint, and likely had at least one teenager take a crack… more»

Jan 3, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments

1 of 178? 1970 Dodge Challenger 340 Convertible

Dodge waited until 1970 to get into the “pony car” market that Ford had dominated with the Mustang since 1965. The all-new Challenger sold nearly 77,000 copies in the first year, and one of the rarest may have been… more»