The 1970s brought many things, including the Bee Gees singing in their unmistakable falsetto and movies like Star Wars and Close Encounters of the Third Kind demonstrating that special effects technology had taken a quantum leap forward. It also… more»
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Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Major Restoration: 1972 Jaguar E-Type 2+2
Many high-performance models from the 1960s evolved into “softer” vehicles as the 1970s unrolled before them. Jaguar’s E-Type was no exception. Early vehicles were genuine sports cars that offered class-leading performance. However, ongoing development made them more akin to… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Cheap 1978 AMC Pacer D/L Wagon
The AMC Pacer was one of those quirky cars that you either liked or not – there doesn’t seem to be much middle ground. In production from 1975 to 1980, the Pacer was unorthodox in appearance and that may… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Three Lancia Beta Coupes For $1,200
It’s rare to see even one Lancia Beta coupe, but this vendor in Gardendale, Texas has put three of them for sale as a package on Craigslist. The “bundle deal” is a mere $1,200, and you’d be nuts to… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 27 Comments
19k Mile Survivor: 1983 Pontiac Grand Prix
There’s no shortage of love for GM’s 1980s G-body cars, particularly the performance variants. I like them all but have an especially soft spot for the seemingly overlooked ones, like this 1983 Pontiac Grand Prix Brougham. This clean, original,… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 35 Comments
1971 Plymouth Road Runner 4-Speed Project
So, what do we have here, a valuable second-gen 1971 Plymouth Road Runner project, or…more Mopar mania? No doubt, this one’s genuine, but it’s a project – there is apparent rust and the matching number engine is missing some… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Mostly Original 1970 Pontiac GTO
Pontiac’s muscle car was still going strong in 1970, with a couple of notable changes including a minor facelift and also some improvements in the handling department, such as the addition of a rear anti-sway bar which resulted in… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
’70s Luxury Coupe! 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix
Pontiac’s beaked and angular Grand Prix left its roots after ’77 according to some, and this 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ in Cadillac, Michigan represents the final year of this generation with high style. The two-tone paint, 400 V8,… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 45 Comments
Low Mileage Survivor: 1973 Ford Thunderbird
One of the things that always set 1973 model cars, apart from their ’72 predecessors, is the presence of railroad crosstie-sized front bumpers. Per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 215, “Exterior… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Low Mileage Supercar: 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
The Ferrari 328 is perhaps one of the most recognized symbols of 1980s-era wealth and excess. The 328, like the Lamborghini Countach, was a poster child of sorts for anyone who loved fast cars and aspired to look like… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
No Reserve: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am 455/4-Speed
Pontiac became the effective performance arm of the General Motors empire when it released the original GTO, and it actively pursued that role almost until the day GM closed its doors. When other marques were coping with tightening emission… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Bargain Buy? 1979 Ford Mustang Pace Car Edition
Describing any classic as a bargain buy is risky, but that seems to be the case with this 1979 Mustang Indy Pace Car Edition. It presents beautifully, its interior is spotless, and it appears to feature a single reversible… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Too Many Doors? 1968 Pontiac Catalina
I’ve covered quite a few Pontiac Catalinas over the last several months. Most, usually have some standout, or at least notable, characteristic that makes them a car of interest, and earns them an entry on our tip list. This… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Stunning Drop-Top! 1966 Imperial
Though built by Chrysler and in the family for ages, the 1955 to 1975 Imperials were branded separately. The idea was to make it seem more exclusive than its main competitors, Cadillac, and Lincoln. This 1966 convertible might be… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
One-Year Styling: 1961 Oldsmobile 98
For most of the second half of the 20th Century, the 98 (also spelled Ninety Eight and Ninety-Eight) was Oldsmobile’s top-of-the-line car. If you wanted more luxury or creature comforts, you’d have to go for a Cadillac. The name… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Garage Find: 1965 AC Cobra Kit Car
The Shelby Cobra kit car has to be, by capita, one of the most frequently discovered models in unfinished form. You know how the boom and bust cycles always lead to some new construction homes remaining unfinished for years… more»
