The Corvair was Chevrolet’s first compact car. Introduced in 1960, it went down the path less traveled by Detroit automakers. It used an air-cooled engine mounted in the rear, much like the Volkswagen Beetle. About 1.8 million were produced… more»
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May 13, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Only One Family: 1976 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
In the mid-1970s, one of the hottest cars on the market (sales-wise) was the Chevrolet Monte Carlo. This was when many buyers were downsizing their transportation needs for better fuel economy, yet the Monte Carlo was as big as… more»
May 12, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Weekend Driver? 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
To many, the 1957 edition of the so-called “Tri-Five” Chevrolets of 1955-57 are the best looking. And perhaps the most collected, even though the production numbers by year didn’t vary much. This ’57 Sport Coupe in Bel Air trim… more»
May 12, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Mid-Year Redesign: 1970 Chevrolet Camaro
The industry’s second best-selling “pony car” – the Chevrolet Camaro – was all-new in 1970. And would be introduced mid-season, leading many to call it a 1970 ½ model (but they were all titled as ‘70s). This nice example… more»
May 12, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
V8 Drop-Top Project: 1967 Chevrolet Impala SS
The Chevrolet Impala was hands-down the best-selling full-sized automobile in the U.S. in the 1960s. Demand was aided by the Super Sport edition, which debuted in 1961 and continued throughout the decade. Convertibles were built in smaller numbers than… more»
May 12, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Running 283: 1957 Chevrolet LCF 5700 Truck
It is said that variety is the spice of life, and we undoubtedly receive that in abundance at Barn Finds. We’ve seen almost everything from cars to boats and aircraft, although the trucks that we feature are typically lighter… more»
May 10, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
1965 Chevrolet C10 Suburban Carryall V8 4-Speed
If you need “a station wagon with the stamina of a truck”, or “a truck with the convenience and easy ride of a station wagon”, look no further than this 1965 Chevrolet C10 Suburban Carryall, there’s “plenty of comfort,… more»
May 10, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
400 V8: 1973 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe
From its inception in 1958, the Impala would become Chevrolet’s best-selling car on and off through its eventual retirement in 2020. Though it may have been most popular in the 1960s, Chevrolet sold a bundle of them in the… more»
May 10, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Split Window Project: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette
The 1960s produced its share of American classics featuring iconic styling. However, few are probably more instantly recognizable than the 1963 Corvette Split Window Coupe. A one-year-only model, the Split Window has become one of the most desirable classics… more»
May 10, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Dry Climate Survivor: 1974 Chevrolet K5 Blazer
When searching for a classic to park in your garage, vehicles from dry climates always have an advantage. They are typically less prone to rust than contenders from wetter regions, which is a prime consideration if the idea of… more»
May 9, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
454 V8 Sleeper? 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Sharing its platform with the Pontiac Grand Prix, the Chevy Monte Carlo debuted as a personal luxury car in 1970. And was an instant success. For the first two years, a Monte Carlo SS was offered and a 454… more»
May 9, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Solid Driver: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible
I was once asked to compile a dream car list, but I could only choose one car from each decade. I struggled with some, but the 1950s was a no-brainer. It couldn’t be anything but a Matador Red 1957… more»
May 9, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
No Reserve: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Project
Tackling a project build involves a leap of faith, and it is almost inevitable that the restoration budget will blow out before the owner puts down their tools. Finding an affordable candidate is often the greatest challenge, but this… more»
May 8, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Minor Dings and Scrapes: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
While many enthusiasts aspire to own a pristine classic, there is something undeniably attractive about owning a tidy driver. Those cars offer a relaxed motoring experience because the owner doesn’t face the stress of an errant stone marring perfection… more»
May 7, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Needs Interior: 1966 Chevrolet Bel Air
In its heyday in the 1950s, the Bel Air was Chevrolet’s top-of-the-line automobile. Then came the Impala and then the Caprice, so the Bel Air was repositioned toward the bottom of the rung by 1966. The rather stark Biscayne… more»
May 7, 2024 • For Sale • 43 Comments
5-Speed Project: 1984 Chevrolet Chevette
The Chevette was the successor to the subcompact Vega. It was less controversial than its predecessor (but boring) and saw variants offered by Pontiac in the U.S. and Canada. Nearly 2.8 million copies were built over a dozen years… more»
