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Arctic Top! 1972 Jeep CJ-5

Somewhere between a farm tractor and today’s Jeep Wrangler, the Jeep CJ5 offers go-anywhere capabilities in a (theoretically) road-legal utility vehicle. This 1972 Jeep CJ5 in San Antonio, Texas recently swallowed a claimed $1200 in parts and runs and… more»

Original 427/4-Speed: 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS

I don’t wish to come across as one of those people who complains that they don’t make ’em like they used to…but they don’t! Most modern high-performance cars will accelerate, handle, and stop better than this 1966 Chevrolet Impala… more»

Original 454: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette

The 1974 model year marked a significant milestone in the production life of Chevrolet’s C3 Corvette. Chrome bumpers were now a distant memory, and the company’s big-block V8 made its final appearance. This ‘Vette rolled off the line that… more»

LS Candidate? 1979 Chevrolet Monza 2+2 Hatchback

Some cars from the 1970s don’t immediately spring to mind when contemplating a potential project candidate. However, this 1979 Chevrolet Monza 2+2 Hatchback deserves consideration because it is undeniably cheap. The photos suggest it is rock-solid, and while its… more»

It’s Topless! 1958 Lincoln Continental Mark III

I would say that the majority of modern cars are totally forgettable. They all look alike and mostly live obsequious lives dithering to and fro. Well, that wasn’t the case in 1958 and as proof, I offer this spectacular… more»

Easy Project : 1970 Ford Mustang Barn Find

When the subject turns to 1970 Ford Mustangs, we tend to see more Fastbacks than Hardtops crossing our desks at Barn Finds. This is surprising because the Hardtop sold in greater numbers than all derivatives of the Fastback combined…. more»

HEMI Find! 1968 Dodge Coronet R/T

I’m always on the fence regarding muscle cars. They get covered ad nauseam and there’s not much more that can be said about them that hasn’t already been covered, time and time again. This 1968 Dodge Coronet R/T, however,… more»

See the Sights: 1971 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser

The station wagon was killed by the minivan – true or false? Like so many things in life, it’s a gray area. The advent of the minivan most certainly defeated many a wagon sale. But the real answer derives… more»

52k Original Miles: 1971 Ford Bronco Sport

The 1971 Ford Bronco suffered in the classic market during 2023, with values dropping significantly. However, with the trend reversing, now could be the time to park a project candidate in your workshop. This 1971 Bronco Sport could be… more»

Hot 407: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda

The enormous hood scoop proudly proclaims that this 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is more than a pretty face. The V8 nestling beneath should provide power to burn, guaranteeing this classic will pin occupants in their seats when the pedal meets… more»

Barn Find Project: 1980 Chevrolet El Camino

After a brief start in 1959-60, the Chevy El Camino returned in 1964 as part of the new mid-size Chevelle lineup. There it would soldier on until the rear-wheel-drive platform was retired in 1988. The El Camino was a… more»

Stunning Presentation: 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass S

Many cars from the mid to late 1970s spent years in the automotive wilderness. They emerged from factories when emission regulations had taken an enormous bite out of engine power, and performance was typically lackluster. However, that has changed… more»

Ready to Rumble V8! 1980 Ford Pinto Squire

Ford’s first U.S.-built entry into the subcompact market in the 1970s was the Pinto. It had a 10-year run and saw more than three million copies produced. Though it got a bad rap for gas tank issues (boom!), Ford… more»

Hot Rod Six: 1962 Plymouth Valiant V200

Plymouth joined Chevrolet and Ford in 1960 as all three manufacturers entered the new compact car market. Ford’s Falcon was the most conventional, Chevy’s Corvair the most unorthodox, and the Plymouth Valiant the most aesthetical. This 1962 Valiant V200… more»

It’s Fuel Injected! 1970 Chevrolet K5 Blazer

The hot, old pickup truck market continues its strength and has spread to full-size SUVs such as this 1970 Chevrolet K5 Blazer. We’ve featured these first-gen Blazers before and they, along with the second-generation full-size Ford Bronco, are not… more»

Stored 43 Years! 1956 Lincoln Premier Coupe

“If you wanted to explain the complete Lincoln idea to someone, you could simply show him this new 1956 Lincoln Premier Coupe. As you can see, the absence of window posts accentuates the long, unbroken lines that characterize all… more»

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