The GT badge helped cement the First Generation Mustang’s place in automotive history. It represented the factory’s high-performance offering and remained available until the sensational Mach 1 hit the market. Our feature classic is a 1966 GT Fastback that… more»
Pony Cars
Nov 8, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
RS SS Survivor? 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
Except for the Plymouth Barracuda, the Ford Mustang owned the new “pony car” space from 1964 to 1966. Then 1967 arrived and brought the Chevy Camaro and a few others. The Camaro was the only one that came close… more»
Nov 8, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
351 V8: 1970 Mercury Cougar Mystery
By 1967, FOMOCO had two entries in the new “pony car” market, the Ford Mustang which started the craze, and the Mercury Cougar. The Cougar was a little larger and better equipped than your average Mustang, so it was… more»
Nov 8, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Two-Owner 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra
In my home state of Michigan, I’ve been seeing some very nice ’78 Mustang II King Cobras at car shows and cruises – not all the time, mind you, but enough that I’ve noticed. While the Mustang II in… more»
Nov 7, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Color Changed…Twice! 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda
It isn’t unusual to find a classic that has undergone a color change, but it is less common to find one that has been through that process twice. That is the story behind this 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda. Its presentation… more»
Nov 6, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Drive While Fixing: 1965 Mustang Fastback
How often have you seen someone haul home a project in pieces, store it away in boxes, and then never get a chance to drive it? Many of us have been there, whether the project was too big for… more»
Nov 5, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Drop-Top Runs Needs TLC: 1989 Ford Mustang GT
The Fox Body era of the Ford Mustang was one of the pony car’s best in terms of sales. More than 2.6 million coupes, hatchbacks, and convertibles were built over this run which lasted from 1979 to 1993. The… more»
Nov 5, 2024 • Auctions • 26 Comments
BF Auction: 1971 Ford Mustang Mach 1
For 1971, the Mustang underwent a significant redesign. The new, larger Pony car was more comfortable and offered more options than ever. This example is a Mach 1 with the 351C V8. The seller found it in a field… more»
Nov 3, 2024 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Potent Survivor: 2000 Pontiac Firebird Formula WS6
Certain letter and number combinations on badges attached to classic cars inevitably set pulses racing. A GT or Mach 1 badge on a First Generation Mustang is a prime example, while an LT-1 badge gracing a C3 Corvette achieves… more»
Nov 3, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Driver Quality: 1968 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350
While some enthusiasts prefer their classics to be pristine and will perform restorations to achieve that goal, others subscribe to the “they’re only original once” school of thought. That makes this 1968 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 an interesting proposition…. more»
Nov 3, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
31k Original Miles: 1970 Dodge Challenger Convertible
The First Generation Dodge Challenger is undeniably desirable, and pristine examples typically command impressive prices. This 1970 Challenger Convertible isn’t perfect, but it could be an excellent project candidate for those wishing to lift its presentation to a higher… more»
Nov 3, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
True Barn Find: 1988 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z Convertible
There is a fear among some enthusiasts that the supply of genuine barn finds will eventually slow to a trickle before disappearing altogether. If this 1988 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z is an accurate indication, those days might be well into… more»
Nov 3, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
22k-Mile Survivor: 1988 Pontiac Firebird GTA
I envy those whose youth intersected with the peak of America’s grand tradition: the dealer introduction of the new model year. Invariably, in September or October said dealers would paint or paper up the windows and steel themselves against… more»
Nov 3, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
35k Original Miles: 1985 Ford Mustang GT
Collection downsizing is nothing new, and we have seen plenty of examples of that practice over the years at Barn Finds. This 1985 Ford Mustang GT perfectly encapsulates that ongoing trend, and is a genuine survivor with a claimed… more»
Nov 2, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
1-of-327: 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
Ford demonstrated to the world that it was firmly back in the performance game when it released 4,993 examples of its 1993 Mustang SVT Cobra. It is a relatively rare car in a “big picture” sense, but this one… more»
Nov 2, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
29k Original Miles: 1987 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z
The 1987 model year wasn’t a banner one for Chevrolet’s Camaro badge, with sales dropping by 29% compared to 1986. However, classics like this 1987 Camaro IROC-Z have found their place among potential buyers seeking their slice of 1980s… more»
