Chevrolet

Stalled Project: 1972 Chevrolet Camaro

After a dismal 1972 model year, Chevy was considering dropping the Camaro. The single plant that produced the car had been on strike for six months and GM was stuck with unfinished inventory that couldn’t be economically retrofitted for… more»

Project Needs Motor: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette

In 1963, the Chevy Corvette would finally get its long-awaited redesign after 10 years. And a second body style would become available, the coupe, for which only 1963 would have the split rear window that collectors covet today. This… more»

Pole Barn Find: 1967 Chevrolet Impala SS

When you buy old cars as a package deal, you often get limited information as to their background. Case in point here, the seller got five automobiles as part of an estate sale, and they had been living in… more»

Low-Rider: 1954 Chevrolet 210

With a facelift in 1953, Chevrolet renamed its cadre of automobiles, and the mid-range series, formerly the Styleline DeLuxe, became the 210 or Two-Ten. It would be Chevy’s best-selling car in 1953-54 until the Bel Air branched out its… more»

Easy Repair: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

There are few experiences in life that can test your resolve more than finding your beloved classic car sporting accident damage. Surveying the damage can be heartbreaking, especially when the owner must admit it was self-inflicted. Such is the… more»

Original Paint: 1970 Chevrolet Nova SS

Upon visiting your neighborhood Chevy dealer in 1970, you could order a Nova Super Sport with a 350 cubic inch V8 or the 396 big-block, which was the last year it would be offered in the compact. This Nova… more»

Former Firefighter: 1988 Chevrolet V30 Custom Deluxe

For potential buyers, former firefighting appliances can be an attractive proposition. They generally present well because the authorities recognize them as the most visible part of their profession. They are invariably maintained to the highest level because those brave… more»

Un-stalled Project: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette

Chevrolet’s now-iconic sports car began life in 1953 and barely survived as the early editions came with the same inline-6 that you could order in a family sedan. Things changed in 1956 when a V8 was added and styling… more»

66k Original Miles: 1994 Chevrolet Corvette

By 1994, Chevrolet’s C4 Corvette has reached its twelfth year of production. Sales had begun tapering, but the C4 demonstrated that manufacturers were rediscovering their performance mojo. This Corvette is a tidy survivor that remains original and unmolested. With… more»

Kammback Wagon: 1972 Chevrolet Vega GT

Introduced in 1971, the subcompact Chevy Vega should have been a winner. A lot of planning went into the new car, but Chevy dropped the ball in terms of quality control, so they developed an initial bad rap. With… more»

Success Story: 1981 Chevrolet C30 Silverado

A while back, we helped find a new home for this 1981 Chevrolet C30 Silverado. Kristin C had submitted it as a BF Classified with a fairly low asking price. While I was reviewing it, I thought it looked… more»

350-Equipped: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

Some cars are timeless, while others fade into obscurity. The 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air falls into the former category, as it has remained a staple of the classic scene for decades. Good examples command attention and impressive price, which… more»

327 V8: 1957 Chevrolet 210

Chevrolet built nearly five million of the so-called “Tri-Fives” between 1955 and 1957. Though the ‘57s would become iconic due to its styling, Chevies like the seller’s car would be outsold by Ford that year. That’s something that didn’t… more»

Barn Find Survivor: 1950 Chevrolet 3600 Series Pickup

I love authentic, survivor old pickup trucks. The ones with natural patina and all of those bumps and dents and scratches that came about the old fashioned way: from working on a family farm. My grandparents owned a small… more»

1-of-200: 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe

Once upon a time, the “SC” in NASCAR stood for Stock Car. The category aimed for manufacturers to bring their models to the track featuring lightly modified standard body shells but with drivetrain upgrades within tightly controlled specifications. While… more»

Original 396: 1966 Chevrolet Impala Station Wagon

Just because you have a growing family, why should you miss out on everything a high-performance classic offers? That’s where this 1966 Impala Wagon step in to fill the void. It has enough space to accommodate eight people, while… more»

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