The 1980s was a period of reinvention for the American automotive industry. The “bigger is better” philosophy made way for smaller models that utilized aerodynamic improvements and lighter curb weights to recapture lost performance and respectable fuel consumption. No… more»
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May 4, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
1972 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe 400 V8
Coming in only around three inches shorter than a new Chevy Suburban, this 1972 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe is an imposing car, even today in a world gone mad with giant, bloated SUVs that people “need” because they may… more»
May 4, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
273/4-Speed: 1965 Plymouth Barracuda
Ford is often acknowledged as the creator of the pony car sector, but Chrysler beat it to the punch with its Plymouth Barracuda. Mere days separated the pair, but the most significant difference was the publicity generated by the… more»
May 4, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Half A Bubble-Top: 1961 Chevrolet Impala
The “bubble-top” Sport Coupe was offered in both Bel Air and Impala trim in 1961. The following year, it was only available on the former as the latter went with a more formal look. This 1961 Impala is more… more»
May 4, 2024 • For Sale • 36 Comments
No Reserve: 1977 AMC Matador Coupe
Every marque has a legion of dedicated enthusiasts passionate about almost every model the company produced. I am probably not that devoted to AMC, but I have long admired the company for being bold and daring. The results of… more»
May 4, 2024 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Rare Muscle Car: 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler
The SC/Rambler (aka “Scrambler”) was a one-year muscle car from American Motors. It was based on the American/Rogue during that car’s last outing on the AMC roster. Armed with a 390 cubic inch V8, the 1,512 SC/Ramblers that were… more»
May 4, 2024 • Stories • 7 Comments
Reader Rescue: 1966 Ford Mustang Fastback
Restoring a rusty and beat-up classic car is no small task, especially if you undertake the entire project yourself! Reader David B recently shared photos of his Mustang Fastback, and he transformed this wreck into a street machine worth… more»
May 4, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Foxbody 5.0 Swap: 1975 Ford Mustang II
What defines a sleeper? This 1975 Ford Mustang II looks pretty lame. It originally came from the Ford factory with a 302 cid V8 engine and C4 automatic transmission. However, now the car sports a more potent electronically fuel… more»
May 4, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
521 Cubic Inches! 1977 Ford Mustang II Cobra
If there is a complaint about the Mustang II (1974-1978), it is that it was underpowered. Despite that, it was a tremendous seller and had some neat graphics, but it was slow. However, the owner of this 1977 Ford… more»
May 4, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Select One: Trio of 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28s
To compete in the Sports Car Club of America’s Trans Am series, Chevrolet introduced the Z28 option in the Camaro in 1968. It came with an exclusive 302 cubic inch V8 that met Trans Am displacement limitations. The model… more»
May 3, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Rare Martinique Blue 1978 Pontiac Trans Am
Martinique Blue was a one-year-only color in 1978. This 1978 Pontiac Trans Am is located in Las Vegas, Nevada, and the data tag on the cowl indicates that it is a Code 24 Martinique Blue car. It was repainted… more»
May 3, 2024 • For Sale • 39 Comments
6,475 Mile All-Original 1971 Datsun 510 Sedan
6,475 miles? That’s mind-blowing for a 53-year-old car, not to mention being all original and appearing to be in museum-like condition. This 1971 Datsun 510 sedan has to be the nicest original example on the planet and the seller… more»
May 3, 2024 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Canadian Nova: 1970 Pontiac Acadian Coupe
Canada–United States Automotive Products Agreement (Auto-Pact, or APTA) was a trade agreement in 1965 with a mission to produce more vehicles in Canada by limiting U.S.-built cars from being sold there. Before this pact, the country imposed tariffs and… more»
May 3, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
California Car: 1951 Cadillac Series 62 Sedan
Not automatically a Sedan DeVille, the Cadillac Series 62 Sedan was similar but with a few detail differences and it was, of course, a level above the base-level Series 61 models. This one-repaint “survivor” 1951 Cadillac Series 62 Sedan… more»
May 3, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
One Owner Barn Find? 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1
After Mustang sales quickly peaked in 1966, Ford was looking to inject new magic into the car by 1969. Competition entered the field in 1967-68 and helped to erode demand. The result was the introduction of the performance-driven Mach… more»
May 3, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Low-Mile 5-Speed: 1988 Chevrolet Camaro Sport Coupe
Did you miss the chance for a 1980s sporty car the first time around? Well, your ship may have come in in the form of this one-owner 1988 Chevrolet Camaro available in Brimfield, MA and viewable here on craigslist…. more»
