American Classic Cars

10,220 Miles! 1969 American Motors Rambler 440

Most of us know the Rambler American, a car that came in three generations with three distinctive designs. The last generation was a sleek car, at least when compared to the first two somewhat stodgy designs, and it had… more»

Rumble Seat! 1939 Ford De Luxe Convertible

Ford’s De Luxe series arrived in 1938, expanding the selection of vehicles to suit buyers’ economic circumstances. Where once Henry offered mechanically identical Model As clothed in a multitude of body styles, now differentiation occurred under the skin too…. more»

430 Equipped: 1967 Mercury Cougar GT

The 1960s was undoubtedly the era of the horsepower wars as manufacturers sought to extract performance improvements by shoehorning larger and more potent engines under the hoods of their offerings. Mercury followed the practice by bolting a 390ci V8… more»

15K Miles! 1958 Chrysler New Yorker

It’s whammer-jammer time! Today’s review of a significantly outsized car covers this bodaciously beautiful 1958 Chrysler New Yorker. There’s no shortage of chrome or stainless trim but there is a deficit of mileage – and that’s a good thing. … more»

No Reserve: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Tribute

With the value of genuine examples of classic muscle cars climbing beyond the reach of mere mortals, many enthusiasts are turning to tributes as a viable alternative. This is understandable because a well-executed vehicle offers a similar ownership experience… more»

Recently Restored: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1

The line between a restoration and a refurbishment can often be blurred. I have always considered the term “restoration” only applicable to classics returned painstakingly to their original form, while refurbished covers every other eventuality. Some enthusiasts don’t agree… more»

400-Powered 1978 Pontiac Grand Am

The sporty Grand Am was an on-again, off-again model at Pontiac during the seventies and early eighties, seeing only moderate sales numbers for the period, but later went on to achieve a successful spot in Pontiac’s lineup beginning in… more»

Solid Project: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette

Some classics are designed to provide outright performance, while others offer unparalleled luxury. This 1972 Corvette delivers the best of both worlds. It is not the most potent example available during that model year, but the drivetrain and desirable… more»

Original 4-Speed: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro

The seventies were a difficult time for domestic automobile manufacturers.  These once giants of industry were constantly hit with challenges such as multiple fuel crises, government regulations, and tough financial times.  Many times they zigged when they should have… more»

Aluminum 427: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

No signs of barn dust sully this immaculately restored 1969 Chevrolet Camaro, but the animal under the hood contains more than 400 horses. With dealers like Canonsburg, Pennsylvania’s Yenko Chevrolet ordering up COPO (Central Office Production Order) Camaros with… more»

Dry Climate Find: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am

When I recently compiled a list of cars from each decade of the 20th Century that I would gladly park in my garage, the 1970s contribution was a 1978 Pontiac Trans Am in Martinique Blue. I have always liked… more»

No Reserve: 1968 Ford Mustang

Finding a classic that isn’t totally original but is a rock-solid driver can be attractive to many. When a seller lists such a car with No Reserve, it might suddenly become irresistible. Such is the story of this 1968… more»

1-of-1? 1971 Dodge Challenger Convertible

This 1971 Dodge Challenger Convertible is a mystery machine. The company only produced 1,857 drop-top variants in that model year, making it a relatively rare beast. However, there could be more to this classic than meets the eye. It… more»

Survivor 4-Speed: 1982 Chevrolet Camaro Z-28

Camaro is a name that looms large among American muscle car lovers.  Ever since 1967, Chevrolet has battled with fans over what the Camaro should be, or even if it is to be at all.  In the early eighties,… more»

350/4-Speed: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

As a writer, I have always found the 1960s to be the most challenging time when compiling articles for our faithful Barn Finds readers. That is not because it was a decade littered with bad cars. The opposite is… more»

Original Paint: 1977 Ford F-150 Ranger XLT 4×4

Survivor-grade classics are undeniably attractive because they typically provide an accurate insight into the life that the vehicle has led. That is the opportunity this 1977 Ford F-150 Ranger XLT offers because if you look beyond the aftermarket wheels… more»

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