The names of some individuals are inextricably linked with a particular brand of high-performance classic. Mention the name Carroll Shelby and thoughts turn to desirable Mustangs. Chevrolet had its own hero in the form of Don Yenko. A former… more»
Pony Cars
Nov 11, 2022 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Longer, Wider, Heavier: 1971 Ford Mustang
In 1971, the Mustang received new sheet metal but was still operating off the same platform since 1965. The cars got longer, wider, lower – and heavier than before, a trend in those days. And sales volumes continued to… more»
Nov 10, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
429-Equipped: 1969 Ford Mustang Fastback
Gauging the desirability of a project vehicle is sometimes tricky, but this 1969 Mustang Fastback leaves little doubt. It requires a total restoration, but its flaws and defects are no worse than many First Generation Mustangs we’ve previously seen… more»
Nov 9, 2022 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Shelby GT 500 Project: 1967 Ford Mustang
The Shelby Mustang was a high-performance variant of the Ford Mustang, built as a partnership between Ford and Carroll Shelby in 1965-67 and by just Ford in 1968-70. Considered iconic today, the Shelby GT500 was given a huge lift… more»
Nov 9, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Cobra Jet Project: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Looking to attract more performance-oriented buyers to the Mustang, Ford introduced the Mach 1 model in 1969. Available only in the fastback (aka SportsRoof) body style, nearly 25% of all Mustangs built in its first year were the Mach… more»
Nov 8, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Smokey and The Bandit: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am
No motion picture probably did more for the popularity of an automobile than Smokey and The Bandit and the Pontiac Trans Am. Sure, there was Bullitt and the Dodge Charger. Or Vanishing Point and the Dodge Challenger. But sales… more»
Nov 7, 2022 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Original 1969 Chevrolet Camaro In Need Of Rescuing
All hail the 1969 Chevy Camaro! Well, in this case, a beaten up, down on its’ luck, shell of its’ formal self with a V6. This epitome of 1960’s pony cars has seen much better days, and is looking… more»
Nov 6, 2022 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Misunderstood Muscle: 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429
It is common for manufacturers to produce homologation specials of specific models to qualify for various motorsport categories. Ford was no stranger to this process, rolling out its Mustang Boss 302 for the highly-competitive Trans Am Series. The 1969… more»
Nov 5, 2022 • For Sale • 40 Comments
Nicest One Left? 1980 Dodge Challenger
Dodge was the last U.S. manufacturer to get into the “pony car” race with the Challenger in 1970. But it wasn’t much of a race by then as the market for muscle cars had cooled, so the Challenger (and… more»
Nov 2, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Engine Options: 1971 Dodge Challenger
Dodge introduced its First Generation Challenger in 1970 as its entry into the pony car segment. One of two models based on Chrysler’s E-Body platform, it immediately drew admirers courtesy of its muscular styling. Our feature Challenger rolled off… more»
Nov 1, 2022 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Stored 20+ Years! 1970 Chevrolet Camaro 350
Dusty and ignored for 20+ years, this 1970 Chevrolet Camaro in Blue Springs, Missouri awaits a new owner to inspect and investigate its parts before sparking it back to life. Like its pink bicycle cell mate, the Camaro once… more»
Oct 31, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Parked For 35 Years: 1968 Ford Mustang California Special
Vehicle manufacturers love special edition vehicles, especially if they can produce those cars using existing components from their parts bin. Ford was no stranger to that practice and employed it in the ultra-successful First Generation Mustang to boost already… more»
Oct 30, 2022 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Big Block Project: 1973 Dodge Challenger
In Mopar world, the years ’70 and ’71 seem to be the collector’s apex with ’70 out gunning ’71, ostensibly due to power decreases that were federally finding their way into everyone’s model lineups. If you examine Dodge’s Challenger,… more»
Oct 30, 2022 • For Sale • 2 Comments
1972 Pierre Cardin AMC Javelin SST: Black Magic
Designer jeans. Must have been the 1970s, an era when you could also score an AMC car with a designer interior. One such package was the Pierre Cardin Javelin, like this 1972 SST model. Lindenhurst, NY is where this… more»
Oct 29, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Daily Driver: 1968 Pontiac Firebird
While Ford is credited with creating the pony car segment with the Mustang, the vehicles produced in response by General Motors were worthy opposition. The 1968 Pontiac Firebird is a prime example because its variants could go toe-to-toe with… more»
Oct 28, 2022 • For Sale • 32 Comments
One of None? 1965 Ford Mustang Wagon
In 1965, the Ford Mustang was the hottest new car going. In the first 18 months, the company sold more than 680,000 of them. Sport coupes, fastbacks, and convertibles – but not a single station wagon. That’s because one… more»
