Pony Cars

Possible SS Tribute: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

Project builds come in all shapes and sizes, with some requiring greater dedication than others. This 1968 Camaro Convertible needs plenty of TLC, but the fact it has spent the past decade in dry storage on a concrete floor… more»

Good Up Top, Scary Underneath: 1969 Mustang Mach 1

The 1969 Mach 1 available here on eBay looks better than many project cars you’ll see on Barn Finds. Thus it is tempting to think it might be a good resto project, despite the fact that the price is… more»

V8 Upgrade: 1969 Plymouth Barracuda

With the values of Third Generation Plymouth Barracudas continuing to climb, Mopar enthusiasts sometimes struggle to locate affordable alternative project cars. That’s where candidates like this 1969 Barracuda could ride to the rescue. It is a rock-solid and complete… more»

Well Preserved: 1979 Firebird Trans Am Tenth Anniversary Edition

The day will come when everyone who wanted a 1970s Firebird Trans Am will have one. In the meanwhile, they continue to come to market, and if you need one in your garage, something like this 1979 Tenth Anniversary… more»

1965 Mustang Fastback: Drive or Restore?

“Right on the edge” would be a fair description of this barn find 1965 Mustang Fastback put on our radar by tipster TJ. The car is available here on craigslist for an asking price of $29,999, and can be… more»

Indy Pace Car Project: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

Since the first Indianapolis 500 in 1911, there have been manufacturer-supplied cars to pace the field. One of the most popular automobiles to have this honor was the Chevy Camaro, which did it four times between 1967 and 1993…. more»

L78 396 V8: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS

The domination of the Ford Mustang in the new “pony car” field would get dealt a blow when the Chevy Camaro came along in 1967. While the new Chevy “only” generated about half the sales of the Ford, it… more»

455/4-Speed: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am

Although tightening emission regulations strangled engines during the 1970s, Pontiac remained the torchbearer for those seeking performance models. The 1976 Trans Am outshone its pony car competition, and buyers had to opt for a Corvette if they sought something… more»

21,000 Mile Survivor: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

Some survivor-grade classics can look rough around the edges, while others will leave you astounded by their preservation. This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am fits into the second category, and its condition is a testament to an original owner who… more»

Unfinished Project: 1968 Shelby 428 CJ Tribute

Think hard before adding stripes, especially to a Mustang. Because once you do that, you’ll have to go further to make the car look like a Shelby, or you’ll just have a car with stripes and have to deal… more»

Rare 6-Cylinder/4-Speed: 1969 Pontiac Firebird Sprint

Whenever someone mentions a sporting First Generation Pontiac Firebird, most minds turn instantly to those with a V8 under the hood. However, the company was savvy enough to offer potential buyers an alternative if they couldn’t justify an eight…. more»

426 Hemi Powered: 1967 Plymouth Barracuda

With all the hoopla surrounding the introduction of the Ford Mustang in 1964, it was overlooked that Plymouth, too, introduced the same kind of car – 17 days earlier. Just as the Mustang was derived from the Falcon, the… more»

428 Cobra Jet: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Some enthusiasts hesitate when confronted with the prospect of taking on another person’s unfinished project, and their feelings are understandable. However, when the vehicle in question is this 1970 Mustang Mach 1, there should be no such qualms. The… more»

Nothing But a Shell: 1970 Mustang Mach 1 428 Cobra Jet Ram Air

Does it seem like what you get when you buy a project car is becoming less and less with each passing day? Will we be down to acquiring a sheet-metal section with a VIN number and one dented front… more»

Driving Project: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

Detroit had traditionally been the home of the world’s worst-kept secrets. Every vehicle manufacturer had some idea about the future direction its competitors would pursue, and most tended to follow a similar path. However, Ford managed to steal a… more»

Running Light Project: “1964.5” Ford Mustang

Although Ford Mustangs built before the Fall of 1964 are often referred to as 1964 ½ models, the reality is that all of them produced before the 1966 model year were titled as 1965s. So, when the seller refers… more»

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