Automotive Potpourri: Chevrolets and Fords

For the past 15 years, four cars have been sitting in a dry warehouse waiting for what comes next. They consist of two 1967 Ford Mustangs, a 1980 Chevy Corvette, and a 1986 Chevy Camaro Z28. They’re in a… more»

289 V8 Fastback Project: 1965 Ford Mustang

While the Ford Mustang would begin its domination in the new “pony car” market in the Spring of 1964, it was not until that fall that the fastback body style would go into production. This ’65 fastback has an… more»

350 V8 4-Speed: 1974 Chevrolet Nova SS

Thanks to the OPEC oil embargo of 1973, the 1974 Chevy Nove enjoyed its best sales year ever. Six-cylinder versions were in huge demand while V8 sales dropped off a bit. But that didn’t stop Chevrolet from selling more… more»

No Reserve Project: 1974 Dodge Charger SE

In addition to just the basic Charger offerings, Dodge offered some more upscale models throughout the earlier years to satisfy almost any craving a buyer might have in mind, such as an R/T for drivers who wanted plenty of… more»

Mopar Sleeper: 1968 Dodge Coronet 440 Wagon

Dodge fans celebrated when the Coronet was resurrected in 1965. The nameplate had flirted with muscle car status since the mid-1950s when Dodge shattered records at the Bonneville Salt Flats and racked up wins with Lee Petty in NASCAR…. more»

Worth a Grand? 1989 Chevrolet Camaro RS

Finding an affordable project candidate can sometimes be challenging, especially if a pony car is on the buyer’s Wish List. However, they are out there if potential buyers are willing to exercise patience. This 1989 Camaro RS proves that,… more»

AWD Rarity: 1983 Audi Quattro

These days, it’s not uncommon for ambitious enthusiasts to import the cars of other enthusiasts’ dreams from the motherland, wherever that may be. While that used to be the forbidden fruit, it’s almost become some commonplace that finding U.S.-market… more»

Original 396: 1966 Chevrolet Caprice

Simply stunning. Those two words probably describe this 1966 Chevrolet Caprice better than most. It presents beautifully and is loaded with factory options that help it stand out in a crowd. The minor mechanical upgrades probably prevent it from… more»

Fully Documented Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro

While some people focus on high-performance models like the SS or Z28, a more basic version of the First Generation Camaro offers a rewarding ownership history. This is especially true if the candidate is in good order and has… more»

The Flattie Lives On: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette

Nothing special about the 1978, twenty-fifth (silver) anniversary of Chevrolet’s Corvette, right? There were about 40K produced and we have covered many here on BF. This example, however, is a standout for the most surprising reason. You know how… more»

Mid-Seventies Sizzle: 1976 Ford Mustang Cobra II

After years of declining sales, Ford reinvented the Mustang pony car in 1974. Instead of being a derivative of the Falcon compact in the 1960s, it was an extension of the Pinto subcompact of the 1970s. It was smaller… more»

327 V8/350 HP! 1958 Chevrolet Corvette

The big news for the Chevy Corvette sports car for 1958 was likely the addition of dual headlights, making it easy to spot a ’58 compared to a ’57 ‘Vette. Sales numbers were creeping closer to the 10k unit… more»

Affordable E24: 1982 BMW 633CSI

Despite the rapid rise in price for some European classic models, there are still plenty of affordable options out there packing plenty of style and that are (reasonably) reliable. The E24 chassis BMW 6-Series is a great example of… more»

No Reserve Liftback: 1980 AMC Spirit DL

Let the spirit move you.  Those like myself who are old enough to remember when AMC introduced the Spirit back in ’79 may recall that was the catch-phrase the company used on commercial jingles and advertising for their Gremlin… more»

Grabber Blue Project: 1971 Ford Torino GT 429

Ford redesigned its mid-size cars in 1970, going for a more aerodynamic look. The slipperiest was the SportsRoof (Ford-speak for fastback) which could come in Torino 500, GT, or Cobra trim. The seller’s car is a GT that once… more»

First Sold in US? 1991 Acura NSX

The seller believes that his 1991 Acura NSX is the first one sold in the United States, owing to research performed around the car’s VIN number. The seller’s listing cites online sources that state, “The first 1991 NSX available… more»

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