Pony Cars

Warm 302: 1977 Ford Mustang II

The Ford Mustang II was a much-maligned creature for many years, but it has developed a cult following within a sector of the classic community. Although the reason may not seem immediately apparent, it is worth considering. A new… more»

Last Model Year: 1974 AMC Javelin

The 1974 model year was a tough one on the “pony car” market segment. Three competitors had their last hurrah in 1974 (the Plymouth Barracuda, Dodge Challenger, and AMC Javelin) and a fourth became a subcompact (the Ford Mustang)…. more»

49K Mile: 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Listed two days ago, this 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is located in Conroe, Texas just north of Houston. The seller states that the car has been driven just 49,000 miles since new. It is listed here on Facebook Marketplace… more»

1 of 554: 1970 Dodge Challenger RT

The Challenger was an all-new car in 1970, Dodge’s late entry into the “pony car” market. It shared an E-body platform developed by Chrysler to be shared with the Plymouth Barracuda. Convertibles would be rare in the Challenger line-up,… more»

No Immediate Needs: 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible

Project cars come in all shapes and sizes, with some requiring more work than others. This 1966 Mustang Convertible is a clean, solid car that runs and drives well. It has no immediate needs, meaning its new owner could… more»

Kiddie Kar Replica: 1972 Ford Mustang Convertible

Back in the good old days, auto dealers were out to impress whole families, not just the member with the credit report. Pedal car replicas were available as promotional items at least in the 1950s, and Autolite, a one-time… more»

Super Clean: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

By 1980, time was catching up with the Second Generation Camaro. A new model was waiting in the wings for 1982, and this knowledge saw sales figures plummet. That was disappointing, especially considering the Z28 featured the most powerful… more»

Stored for Years: 1967 Mercury Cougar

The Mercury Cougar is a car that nearly didn’t exist, with those in the upper echelons at Ford initially unwilling to grant permission for Mercury to produce a pony car based on the Mustang. However, they relented, and the… more»

15k Original Miles: 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Certain terms get over-used in the classic community, and many enthusiasts will agree that “time capsule” is one. However, it could be applied to this 1985 Camaro Z28 because it is as original and spotless as the day it… more»

Driver Quality: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro

We’ve recently been lucky at Barn Finds because a few 1960s classics have landed on our desks that haven’t been plagued by rust. This 1967 Camaro is a prime example. It presents well as a driver-quality vehicle, and it… more»

428 Super Cobra Jet: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Drag Pack

Ford created plenty of desirable First Generation Mustangs, and the right car will command an eye-watering price. Near the top of the pecking order is this immaculate 1969 Mach 1. The original owner ordered it with the 428 Super… more»

Solid Driver: 1965 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback

There’s nothing like purchasing a solid classic where you can perform a cosmetic restoration when or if you want. That is what this 1965 Mustang 2+2 Fastback offers a new owner. It presents well as a driver-grade vehicle, but… more»

Low Mileage, No Reserve: 1990 Ford Mustang LX Convertible

We love to complain about rising prices for cars we’d like to own, but if any car deserves its emerging collectible status, it is the Fox body Ford Mustang. These cars are overachievers in nearly every category. Want to… more»

Genuine Prototype Mustang That Was Henry Ford II’s Daily Driver!

Many readers will have heard of Tom Cotter, often referred to as The Barn Find Hunter. Tom spends his time scouring the country for rare and collectible cars squirreled away in barns and sheds. The latest episode of his… more»

45k Original Miles: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro

Tidy survivors always generate interest in the classic community and can provide insight into the thinking of the original owner. Such is the case with this 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. It has a fascinating selection of options and a genuine… more»

Rare Back Yard Find! 1970 Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda

The Barracuda was all-new in 1970 and Plymouth was still heavily committed to building performance-minded cars. The “top dog” was the 426 cubic-Inch V8 with a 4-speed manual transmission. That combination found its way into only 289 ‘Cudas that… more»

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