When it comes to celebrities, there was probably none larger in stature than Elvis Aaron Presley. Born into bone-crushing poverty in Tupelo, Mississippi, Elvis went on to become one of the most famous individuals in American history. That fame… more»
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May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 33 Comments
1 of 600? 1960 Saab 93F
Rare in 1960 and incredibly rare today, this 1960 Saab 93F is reportedly one of only around 600 made in its final year of production. We don’t know exactly how many are left but if you’re a Saab fan(atic)… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Needs a Garage: 1976 Lancia Scorpion
By the early 1970s, the Fiat 124 – a brisk seller – was aging. Fiat originally planned to replace the 124 with a Pininfarina design, but Bertone stepped in with the economical Fiat X1/9. Fiat shifted the Pininfarina project… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Real H-Code: 1972 Plymouth Duster 340
With the sporty 2-Door body, it’s easy to forget that the Plymouth Duster was actually based on the Valiant, and while it was primarily aimed towards buyers looking for an affordable and economical car there were some engine options… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
One-Owner Garage Find: 1976 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Popular in the 1970s, “personal luxury cars” combined luxury with a hint of sportiness and were offered in a wide variety of makes and models. Cars like the Chevy Monte Carlo were hot and bucked industry sales trends at… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Owned for 50 Years! 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Regular readers will know that I believe long-term ownership is a desirable attribute with any car. It usually means the vehicle has been treated respectfully because anything less can leave classics as wheezing wrecks. This 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Survivor Award Winner: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette
There are few accolades more highly prized by Corvette owners than a Bloomington Gold Survivor Award. This 1970 Corvette has that Certificate to confirm its originality, and the only thing this beautiful classic needs is a new home. The… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
No Reserve: 1979 Ford Mustang Indy Pace Car Edition
May is here, which means one thing; It’s Indy time! This year, Chevrolet’s Corvette Z06 will serve as the Official Pace Car, but in 1979, that honor fell to Ford’s new Fox-Body Mustang. The company did what most manufacturers… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Is It Junk? 1972 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
Some classics reach a point where you look at them and decide their only value is scrap steel. That is how many readers will feel about this 1972 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340. However, it does have a few redeeming features… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Lime Green Project: 1970 Plymouth Duster 340
In the late 1960s, insurance companies were cracking down on muscle cars by raising premiums on youthful drivers. That led auto manufacturers to look for ways to get around the insurance gods. One avenue was to equip lighter compact… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Solid Survivor: 1978 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
Classics from the 1970s remain an affordable alternative for those seeking to dip their toe into the ownership water. This 1978 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 demonstrates this clearly because it is a rock-solid and unmolested survivor that retains most of… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Two-Owner Survivor: 1974 Chevrolet K5 Blazer
The seller purchased this 1974 Chevrolet K5 Blazer from its original owner. It is unclear what plans they had for it, but it seems they may not have come to fruition. The supplied information is pretty sketchy, and the… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Original Paint: 1972 Jaguar XJ6
The seller purchased this 1972 Jaguar XJ6 a year ago because its original paint took them. They have enjoyed the luxurious motoring experience it has provided and have spent a considerable sum ensuring the car is mechanically healthy, meaning… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
350/4-Speed: 1978 Chevrolet Camaro RS
Pony cars like the Chevrolet Camaro were no longer the outright performance propositions they had once been by the time the 1970s drew to a close. However, they could still offer buyers an enjoyable driving experience with the right… more»
May 3, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
No Reserve SS454! 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle
Back in late 1970, I attended a downtown auditorium new car show and muscle cars were still very popular, every manufacturer was present showing off their wares. There was a crowd that had converged around a 1971 Chevelle SS454… more»
May 2, 2023 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Untouched 1934 Ford V8 Five Window Coupe
With the advent of Chevrolet’s six-cylinder motor in 1929, Ford was left in the proverbial dust, still limping along on four cylinders. But Henry had a secret: for some time, out of sight of prying eyes at the back… more»
