Chevrolet

Caprice Powered: 1976 Chevrolet Corvette

Despite the convertible being discontinued and the largest engine available reduced to a 350 cubic inch V8, the Chevy Corvette had record sales in 1976. It was still the only 2-door U.S. production sports car on the market and… more»

51K Mile 1987 Chevrolet Camaro

Do you ever notice the modern-day equivalent of a base model Ford Mustang or Chevrolet Camaro while in traffic? In other words, something along the lines an EcoBoost-equipped Mustang or a Camaro with the V6. Chances are, you wouldn’t,… more»

350/4-Speed: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Post

Some enthusiasts studiously avoided tackling another person’s unfinished project build. Their reluctance is understandable because nothing sours the ownership experience like rust emerging from beneath inch-thick Bondo on a car they were told was rock-solid. That shouldn’t be an… more»

One Family Owned: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette

Some classics appear on the market with a history shrouded in mystery. Others are fully documented. This 1968 Chevrolet Corvette falls into the second category, having been part of the same family since it emerged from the dealership. It… more»

V8 Candidate? 1953 Chevrolet Station Wagon

Pre-mid-fifties Chevrolet station wagons don’t make the review cut often, but here’s one where the owner had, at one time, some sporting intentions for its future. It’s a 1953 edition and appears to be a One Fifty-trim line, a… more»

Pontiac Power! 1964 Chevrolet Corvette

Corvette sales remained strong in 1964, a year after the first major redesign saw an increased demand for the sports car by 50%. The convertible (the removable hardtop was optional) continued to dominate at nearly two-thirds of production. This… more»

Rock-Solid Project: 1955 Chevrolet Nomad

Chevrolet introduced the Nomad Wagon in 1955, and the new offering was among the most expensive in the company’s model range. The cost resulted in relatively low sales volumes, and pristine examples now command eye-watering prices. This 1955 Nomad… more»

Paint It Black: 39k-Mile 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

I recently watched a Chevy Dealers sales slide show for the new 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle and Monte Carlo. (An appropriate pairing since the Monte Carlo shared a bunch of parts from the Chevelle Parts Bin.) The British, semi-stuffy sounding… more»

Numbers Matching 409! 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS

If you were to create a list of iconic automobiles of the 1960s, would the Chevrolet Impala Super Sport make the list? Especially one with the 409 cubic inch V8 engine, like in this 1963 edition? The engine and… more»

Please Be Real: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454

When it comes to classic cars, some are created more equal than others. Vehicles like this 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 justify the muscle car tag in almost any form. However, performance lifts to a higher level if the… more»

What’s It Worth? 1959 Chevrolet Impala

The Impala was promoted to series status in 1959 after being introduced as a high-end hardtop and convertible in the Bel Air. The 1959-60 Chevies marked an era of perhaps the “highest styled” of the cars, with batwings as… more»

Patina Pickup: 1977 Chevrolet C10 Silverado

Some classics can’t help but be cool. Whether it is an inherent trait or has developed with time, they become the object of desire for many enthusiasts. Such is the case with this 1977 Chevrolet C10 Silverado. The original… more»

Original 427/4-Speed: 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS

I don’t wish to come across as one of those people who complains that they don’t make ’em like they used to…but they don’t! Most modern high-performance cars will accelerate, handle, and stop better than this 1966 Chevrolet Impala… more»

Original 454: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette

The 1974 model year marked a significant milestone in the production life of Chevrolet’s C3 Corvette. Chrome bumpers were now a distant memory, and the company’s big-block V8 made its final appearance. This ‘Vette rolled off the line that… more»

LS Candidate? 1979 Chevrolet Monza 2+2 Hatchback

Some cars from the 1970s don’t immediately spring to mind when contemplating a potential project candidate. However, this 1979 Chevrolet Monza 2+2 Hatchback deserves consideration because it is undeniably cheap. The photos suggest it is rock-solid, and while its… more»

Barn Find Project: 1980 Chevrolet El Camino

After a brief start in 1959-60, the Chevy El Camino returned in 1964 as part of the new mid-size Chevelle lineup. There it would soldier on until the rear-wheel-drive platform was retired in 1988. The El Camino was a… more»

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