Based on a well-received concept vehicle, the Chevy Corvette debuted for 1953 and would remain largely unchanged for its first three years except for a V8 becoming available in 1955. Only 300 copies would be built for the first… more»
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Rust-Free Project: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
Buyers searching for a 1st Generation pony car project usually begin to accept that most of the candidates they look at will have rust in one form or another. This 1969 Camaro has some spots of surface corrosion, but… more»
Make An Offer: 1962 Chevrolet C-10
This 1962 Chevrolet 1/2 ton pick up is located in Cathedral City, California. The truck is not shy to sport a strong patina look but appears to be a solid project. The truck was built as a short wheel… more»
California LUV: 1980 Chevrolet LUV 4×4
Badge engineering was a big thing starting in the 1960s, or that’s when it really started to hit its stride. This isn’t a full list of countries, but British, French, German, and Japanese vehicles were often rebadged as American… more»
Dog Dish Sleeper! 1966 Chevrolet Bel Air 396
These days, the body color steel wheels and low-buck “dog dish” hub caps often accompany a giant tire-roasting engine, but no one would have wanted to cruise the town in this plain-looking Chevy it its day. The Bel Air… more»
327/4 Speed: 1967 Chevrolet C20 Pickup
I know that we have many readers seeking an affordable project that they can tackle in a home workshop. If the vehicle in question also runs and drives, that is seen as a bonus. If you are one of… more»
1967 Chevrolet Camaro Yenko Super Camaro
If you aren’t familiar with Don Yenko, he was a race car driver turned car dealer whose Pennsylvania dealership modified new Chevrolets into performance machines. In 1967 (the first year of the Camaro) Chevrolet began their COPO program. Customers… more»
Chop Top? 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible
Let’s say you’re a casual old car lover, and the primary reason you’d want a ‘50s cruiser is to take leisurely Sunday drives. Not for you the car-show circuit and the judges looking at the stampings on the battery… more»
Forgotten Project: 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
If you’re like me, you can see potential in almost any project car. In fact, I’d say I get more excited when I see that the car in question has clearly been neglected and forgotten, as it makes me… more»
Final Year Example: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
Some people get caught up in the first and last years of certain models as if there’s an extra dose of collectability attached to it. This 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is one such example, as ’82 marked the end of… more»
4-Speed Driver: 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
This 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is a nicely equipped example that walks the line between survivor and driver, and likely only needs some basic sorting to be firmly in the former category. Featuring the preferred combination of being a… more»
No Reserve: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
By 1973, Chevrolet’s Corvette was becoming more sedate and more refined. This was good news for some potential buyers, but it was less so for those who desired a hard-edged sports car. Modern technology means that a buyer could… more»
Stalled Project: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
The 1957 Bel-Air was the first of the Tri-Five Chevrolets to grab the attention of classic car enthusiasts. While offerings from the other two years have now developed a strong following, the ’57 remains the most desirable. This ’57… more»
454/4 Speed: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
It might not be perfect, but this 1971 Corvette Convertible is a stunning-looking car that is ready to be driven and enjoyed. It remains unmolested and features its original big-block V8 under the hood. This is a package that… more»