The most noticeable change to the 1973 Corvette was the shift from a chrome front bumper to a urethane rubber/plastic nose. It may have been a popular change, though prompted by safety regulations, as Corvette sales went past 30,000… more»
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Parked In The ’70s: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Bargain
At least around here, I am noticing a trend at car shows. It seems that we are seeing fewer and fewer show-stopping rare cars and more and more cars in the driver category. In a lot of ways, this… more»
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Have it Your Way: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Sedan Delivery
The Chevrolet Bel Air is an iconic vehicle. The Bel Air line was born in 1950 and named after an exclusive area of Los Angeles nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains. The car was known for its pillarless roof… more»
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66k Original Miles: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
The 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air has been a staple of the classic scene for decades, and spotless examples command impressive prices. That left enthusiasts in a quandary. Many wished to buy into the Bel Air lifestyle but didn’t have… more»
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Rarest Color: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
Sometimes a classic car doesn’t need to be a firebreathing monster to be classed as desirable. This 1972 Corvette demonstrates this fact thanks to its rare paint color and host of optional extras. It is a tidy and original… more»
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Only 23K Miles? 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
Of the 38,762 Chevrolet Corvettes built in 1969, I think we’ve covered every one of them. Maybe some even twice! Ok, so that’s probably an exaggeration but they’ve gotten deep coverage here on Barn Finds. One thing, however, that… more»
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Preserved Patina: 1937 Chevrolet Half Ton Pickup
In 1937 the world was shaking off the Great Depression. The Art Deco movement was in full swing, with round, organic shapes dominating industrial design. It was time for a new look for Chevrolet trucks. The 1937 Chevrolet truck… more»
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One Prior Owner: 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
The Monte Carlo was a newcomer to the personal luxury car scene in the 1970s. It was part Chevy Chevelle and part Pontiac Grand Prix. When GM redesigned its mid-size cars in 1973, the Monte Carlo was included, and… more»
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Solid Driver: 1971 Chevrolet K5 Blazer CST
Choosing a worthy candidate for restoration can prove challenging, and there are many factors for buyers to consider. If the new owner doesn’t possess highly-developed welding skills, one with minimal rust will generally be a priority. That makes this… more»
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Do Doors Matter? 1965 Chevrolet Impala
That’s the question, will two extra doors on a car known for its dashing two-door hardtop, coke bottle styling adversely affect its value? This ’65 Impala four-door sedan has a lot of positive features in its plus column so… more»
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No Reserve: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
If you ever doubted the desirability of chrome-bumper C3 Corvettes, you need to look no further than the bidding history on this 1969 model. It looks tired and requires total restoration. However, its auction has attracted twenty-two bids with… more»
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Unrestored Rarity: 1977 Chevrolet Blazer Chalet
I am starting to think the Chevrolet K5 Blazer Chalet camper is the truck-based equivalent to the ASC McLaren convertible. Despite very limited production numbers, they are seemingly always available in project form. This particular truck is a worthy… more»
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Non-Running Project: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
The C3 (third generation) Corvette rolled around in 1968, patterned after the Mako Shark concept car. It was a popular move with sales increasing by an additional 10,000 units in its second year, 1969, though the car was mostly… more»
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427 V8 Survivor: 1969 Chevrolet Caprice
Ford rattled Chevy’s cage in 1965 when they introduced the LTD, a Galaxie 500 with luxury trappings. The Bow-Tie Brigade quickly responded mid-year with a gussied-up Impala called the Caprice. It was so popular that GM quickly spun it… more»
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Numbers-Matching 327! 1966 Chevrolet Corvette
The year was 1966, and after over a decade of research, the results were in. Automobiles were found to be the main culprit of California’s smog problem, and it was in ’66 that the Golden State established the first… more»
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A Trio of Chevrolet El Camino’s!
Chevy introduced the El Camino in 1959 to compete against the Ford Ranchero. Both vehicles were station wagon-based “gentlemen’s pickups.” The El Camino was retired briefly after just two years only to return in 1964 as a variant of… more»
