The seller admits this 1969 Chevy Camaro is probably the best used as a parts car. If it were a Super Sport or a Z28, some enterprising soul would probably work to bring it back to life. But it… more»
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Aug 31, 2023 • For Sale • 42 Comments
Rough Around the Edges: 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
Describing any classic as “rough around the edges” can be viewed as diplomatic, but it is a fair assessment of this 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28. It runs and drives but is begging for a new owner to treat it… more»
Aug 31, 2023 • For Sale • 29 Comments
16k Mile 1987 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z Convertible
Chevrolet took a leap of faith by introducing a Convertible variant to its Camaro range in 1987. It didn’t sell in significant numbers, but it was warmly welcomed by those seeking a drop-top pony car. This classic is an… more»
Aug 29, 2023 • For Sale • 25 Comments
1970 Mustang SportsRoof Boss 302 Tribute
Is this cloning: stickering up a car in a way that it names a model designation but isn’t the same as an original model? Is it creating a tribute? Or does any such effort need to pass some kind… more»
Aug 29, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Real Barn Find: 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
The Plymouth Barracuda was nearing the end of its lifespan by 1973, and while the car was declining in terms of performance compared to just a couple of years prior at least the design team let the basic third-generation… more»
Aug 29, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Fresh Paint: 1988 Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
Ah, turbocharged Ford products: a curious subset of domestic performance vehicles that doesn’t seem to get much love from enthusiasts. There’s obviously a subset of gearheads who know and love these boosted blue oval products, but it’s a small… more»
Aug 28, 2023 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Recently Refurbished: 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302
There is an adage that says that racing improves the breed. It is probably less relevant in this modern era of “cookie cutter” motorsport categories, but it perfectly reflects the approach of some manufacturers during the 1960s and 1970s…. more»
Aug 28, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Record-Setting Debut: 1967 Mercury Cougar GT
Mercury joined the “pony car” wars in 1967, bringing the number of competitors to four (Plymouth Barracuda, Chevy Camaro, and Pontiac’s Firebird would round out the group). AMC would get on board in 1968 and Dodge in 1970. The… more»
Aug 28, 2023 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Garage Find: 1978 Chevrolet Camaro RS
The Chevy Camaro had a banner sakes year in 1978, handily beating the Ford (still) Mustang II by 38%. That may have been helped by the addition of new body-colored urethane bumpers front and rear. The seller describes this… more»
Aug 27, 2023 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Super Nice SSP! 1990 Ford Mustang LX
In the early 1980s, law enforcement officials consulted with Ford about building a lightweight police car package that would be nimbler than the big sedans they were using. These would supplement what they had, not replace them. As a… more»
Aug 26, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
X-Code 390 V8: 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7
The Mercury Cougar was FOMOCO’s second entry in the “pony car” market that the Ford Mustang largely gets credited for starting. It came out in 1967, the same year the Chevy Camaro and Pontiac Firebird joined the race. The… more»
Aug 26, 2023 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Graphics Galore: 1978 Ford Mustang Cobra II 5.0
With the mid-seventies approaching, automakers were facing all sorts of whammies when it came to offerings having anything to do with high performance. A trio of issues including insurance premiums, rising fuel costs, and higher emission standards were all… more»
Aug 26, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Driver-Grade: 1968 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback
The bidding history confirms that people like what they see with this 1968 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback. It is a solid driver-grade classic, but lifting its presentation to a higher level would be a satisfying and straightforward process. The… more»
Aug 26, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
75k Original Miles: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am
Potential buyers will often place a great store in the concept of a classic with a long-term ownership history. This 1978 Pontiac Trans Am ticks that box, with its low odometer reading adding to its appeal. It has been… more»
Aug 25, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Unmolested Survivor: 1990 Ford Mustang Convertible “7-Up Edition”
Few manufacturers throughout automotive history have resisted the urge to produce Special Edition vehicles. Many hit the mark perfectly, but some fall below a company’s sales expectations. The 1990 Ford Mustang LX Convertible Limited Edition, commonly called the “7-Up… more»
Aug 25, 2023 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Backyard Find! 1970 Dodge Challenger
Dodge finally joined the “pony car” movement in 1970 at just about the time that interest in those kinds of automobiles was peaking. Sharing a new platform with the Plymouth Barracuda, the Challenger would see a single generation of… more»
