Pony Cars

Astronaut-Owned: 1995 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

From its introduction in 1967, the performance-oriented Z28 Chevy Camaro would be a popular model for many years. That included its original run through 1987, and its return from 1991 to 2002. In 1995, the Camaro was still in… more»

One Owner Barn Find: 1969 Pontiac Firebird

The first generation of the Pontiac Firebird ran from 1967 to 1969. The styling was refreshed in ’69 in advance of an all-new platform that was scheduled for 1970. We’re told this ’69 Firebird is a one-owner car that… more»

1 of 600 Ragtops? 1968 Chevrolet Camaro

The Chevy Camaro was in its sophomore year in 1968 and squeaked out a few more sales than it did in 1967. Convertibles were a healthy part of the mix, but one with a base inline-6 engine and the… more»

“It Has To Go”: 1974 Ford Mustang II

In contrast to the King Cobra I recently wrote about is this base-as-base-gets ’74 Mustang II. Ford sold nearly 400,000 of them in 1974, and I’d be willing to bet that a majority of them were economy specials like… more»

23k Original Miles: 2002 Pontiac Trans Am SLP Firehawk

It is often said that it is better to go out with a bang, and that is undoubtedly true of the Pontiac Trans Am. The 2002 model year marked the end of the line for the badge, and this… more»

Worth Fixing? 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

Choosing a classic as a project candidate can be challenging because it can be easy for an enthusiast’s heart to overrule their head. It is possible to become blind to the scope of the work and cost as visions… more»

Running Project: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

Chevrolet joined the “pony car” wars in 1967 to give some competition to the Ford Mustang. And they were serious about it, selling nearly 221,000 examples of the Camaro that first year. Nearly 20,000 were convertibles with V8 engines,… more»

Original 400/4-Speed: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am SE

This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am SE doesn’t merely present well, because it features the most desirable mechanical combination available in that model year. It has no apparent needs and would suit someone seeking a stunning survivor that can be… more»

Former S-Code Project: 1967 Ford Mustang

This 1967 Ford Mustang would have been a potent beast in its prime. With a 390ci V8 under the hood, it was a pony car that offered muscle car performance. Much water has passed under the bridge since it… more»

BF Auction: 1969 Ford Mustang

The first-generation Mustang underwent several refreshes over its nine-year production run. There are many opinions on which is the best, but most would agree that 1969 was one of the better years for the Mustang from a style standpoint…. more»

53k Genuine Miles: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am SE

Claims of low mileage with many classics must be taken with a grain of salt, particularly if the vehicle in question hails from an era when five-digit analog odometers were a common feature. However, this 1979 Pontiac Trans Am… more»

1 Of 3: Shriners 1971 Plymouth Barracuda Convertible

The Shriners have been around for more than 150 years now, assisting the ill and especially focusing on helping children nowadays whose parents are financially challenged to pay for their healthcare.  With a system like this in place, the… more»

29k Original Miles: 2000 Pontiac Trans Am WS6

It was only a few years ago that it was hard to classify any cars produced at the turn of the century as genuine classics. However, when a vehicle is inherently desirable, and the manufacturer is a distant memory,… more»

408 Stroker: 1970 Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda

Homologation vehicles are nothing new as manufacturers seek what is often termed “the unfair advantage” in motorsport. They are less common today but were popular in the late 1960s and 1970s as companies sought a competitive edge in the… more»

Nice Rag Top Project: 1971 Dodge Challenger

The Dodge Challenger was the last player to join the “pony car” movement – a full five years after the Ford Mustang stirred things up. The car was only in production for five years (1970 to 1974) before Chrysler… more»

Only 3,400 Miles! 1986 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z

In the mid-1980s, Chevrolet introduced the IROC-Z, an option on the Camaro Z28. The car took advantage of the manufacturer’s association with the International Race of Champions, hence the IROC name. The 1986 edition would be the most popular… more»

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