American Classic Cars

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340 4-Speed! 1972 Dodge Challenger Rallye

Drive around anywhere today and you’ll encounter a Dodge Challenger, a third-generation Challenger that is. When introduced in 2008, it was designed with the original model (1970-1974) in mind, some would say a tribute to the original. Having familiarity… more»

Pristine 25k Mile: 1970 Cadillac DeVille

There are some cars then anyone can look at it and tell what it is. Even someone who is not a car enthusiast can look at a classic Cadillac and know who manufactured it. The 1970 Cadillac DeVille is… more»

Auction Finds: 1954 Austin Healey 100 + Berkeley SE328

A fairly obscure listing for what looks like a farm auction in Delaware, Ohio has a few project-grade sports cars that could go cheaply if the current bidding action holds up. The listing includes what looks like a restoration-worth… more»

Convertible Woodie: 1983 Chrysler LeBaron Town & Country

Remember the movie Planes, Trains & Automobiles? One of these cars was in it. Also, one was part of a George Costanza running gag on Seinfeld. The 1980s Chrysler LeBaron was a K-car derivative, and not only did they… more»

Sheep in Wolf’s Clothing: 1965 Pontiac Tempest Custom

Given the popularity of the mid-1960s Pontiac GTO, the Tempest often gets overlooked in collector circles. Which is a shame because this survivor from 1965 is a beautiful example. Both cars shared the same platform (along with the LeMans)… more»

Would You Repaint This 1970 AMC Gremlin?

If AMC’s aim with the Gremlin was to create a car that would get people talking, it would have to be classed as an unqualified success. If they aimed to develop a vehicle that would blend seamlessly into the… more»

Patina Paint Job: 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS

The Chevy Impala was always a top seller in the 1960s and would even set records, like topping one million units in 1965. The Super Sport was chosen by a lot of buyers, although it was more about appearance… more»

DIY Special: 1966 Ford Galaxie Sedan

The previous owner of this 1966 Ford Galaxie started restoring the vehicle, but the process stalled. The car sat in a selection of sheds and barns for 19-years, but it has recently been removed from its hiding place. It… more»

READER FIND: 1964 Ford Ranchero

This 1964 Ford Ranchero is a tidy classic that could easily serve as a daily driver. It belongs to one of our loyal readers, and after putting some time and effort into the vehicle, he has decided to part… more»

Big Block Project: 1970 Plymouth Cuda

The Plymouth ‘Cuda is a car with styling that embodies a real muscle car. It bulges in all of the right places and is the automotive equivalent of Arnold Schwarzenegger at his best. This 1970 example has seen better… more»

Solid Survivor 302 V-8: 1975 Ford Bronco

The Ford Bronco, an early competitor of the Jeep CJ-5 and International Harvester Scout, is one of the first Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV). Launched in 1966, the vehicle would go largely unchanged through 1977 except for those mandated for… more»

14,800 Original Miles! 1976 Chevrolet Vega Kammback

Green machine? Franken-wagon? Whatever you might call this vibrant 1976 Chevrolet Vega Kammback wagon, one thing is for certain: it’s an exceptionally nice example, and possibly quite low mileage, too, with just 14,800 original miles indicated on the odometer…. more»

Unique 1940 Willys Two-Seat Roadster Kit!

Let’s agree that cars have personalities: Headlights look like eyes, grilles look like mouths, and the metal crafters’ skills often create “facial expressions”  portraying images that the manufacturer hopes will attract buyers who connect with the car’s personality. Yet,… more»

Rust-Free Survivor: 1979 Ford Bronco Free Wheelin’

There have been a few examples of the Ford Bronco Free Wheelin’ that have surfaced lately here at Barn Finds, and this one looks like it could be a beauty for anyone searching for a relatively straightforward restoration project…. more»

Vantastic! 1974 Ford Econoline E-100

The cliches that could follow this Ford van, and probably will, are endless! But in ’74, if you were a bit of a free spirit, this was the ride to have. It was often said that you can live… more»

Oleg Cassini Edition: 1975 AMC Matador Brougham

Back in the 1970s, AMC hired famed fashion Oleg Cassini to help dress up its cars to attract a younger, hipper audience. AMC had already done this on the Hornet, Gremlin and Javelin and the Matador would be next…. more»

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