It’s easy to think of Chevrolet’s Bel Air as a sensible and comfortable cruiser, but the reality is they could actually be performance machines. Well, at least depending on how they were optioned. In the late ’60s, Chevy restyled… more»
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375 Ponies: 1969 Chevelle SS396 L78
If I just happened to have a large chunk of money sitting in my bank account right now, I would be making an offer on this ’69 Chevelle right now instead of writing this post! You see, this SS396… more»
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1966 Chevrolet Impala SS – Parked in 1993!
After production of Chevrolet’s mighty “409” ended in early 1965, the Mark IV big block took over. This 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS or “Super Sport” retains its original numbers-matching Mark IV 396. Last driven in 1993, this Dallas, Texas… more»
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Empty the Barn! Queen Creek, AZ Estate Sale
Estate sales accomplish a sometimes daunting task: letting go of a loved one’s lifetime accumulation of vehicles, tools, and unfinished projects. At the same time they tell a story about the late owner, and present an opportunity for his… more»
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Not For Parts: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
Anyone who has spent any time looking at cars online (which should be most of us here!) is familiar with the frequent ads stating if the vehicle is not sold by a certain date, it will be parted out… more»
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Last On the Road in ’65: 1954 Chevy Corvette
“I know what I’ve got.” Sometimes, the seller can say this without fear of repraisal. A numbers-matching, apparently survivor-grade 1954 Corvette is one such vehicle where some level of seller swagger is to be expected. Regardless, the approach to… more»
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Classic Restoration: 1978 Chevrolet Malibu Classic
Sometimes a person runs across a car that really stands out in a particular, or peculiar, way. This is one of those times. This 1978 Chevrolet Malibu Classic is listed on eBay with a $3,495 buy-it-now price or you… more»
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C’mon Get… Skeptical: The Real Partridge Family Bus?
“This is the original partridge family [sic] bus. From the show.” That’s apparently all we need to know about this 1957 Chevrolet school bus (identified as a 1970 in the ad), along with a meager two photos. I don’t… more»
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Swivel Seats! 1976 Chevy Laguna S3
This 1976 Chevrolet Laguna Type S-3 is a nicely optioned example said to be in survivor-grade condition. Listed for $7,500 somewhere in Texas, it sports a number of desirable options and the iconic sloped nose designed to enhance its… more»
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Two-Wheel Drive K5: 1978 Chevy Blazer
4WD Blazers and Broncos are seemingly a dime-a-dozen; less frequently seen are the 2WD variants, such as the red-over-white 1978 K5 Blazer located in California. Said to be lifelong West Coast truck in solid condition, it hasn’t run in… more»
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Plane Jane Tri-Five: 1955 Chevrolet 210
Ain’t she a beauty? It’s a shiny tri-five, has only 2 doors, a V8, and three pedals so what’s not to love? Well, there is the steep $22,000 asking price. The price would be reasonable for a car in top condition…. more»
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Just Add Everything: 1954 Corvette Body
The great thing about this barn find is you just have to add, well, everything to finish it up. I think we all have dreams of finding a ’54 Corvette tucked away in a California barn –it’s white paint… more»
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989 Miles: 1975 Cosworth Vega
I always find it fascinating that so many cars survived through time without accumulating any miles like this 989 mile Cosworth Vega. Someone owned it, drove it very rarely, and paid bills on said car even though it wasn’t… more»
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Lean-To Find: 1961 Chevy Corvette
I wish more sellers would include pictures of the day they found the car they’re selling – it just adds to the intrigue and allure of owning a barn find. This 1961 Chevy Corvette is more of a lean-to… more»
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Wisconsin Woods Find! Multiple Cars For Sale
Thanks to Fred H. for spotting this Wisconsin “collection” for sale here on craigslist in Central Michigan(???). Look folks, anyone willing to travel to buy your car will find it themselves, either manually or with searchtempest.com. Show some class… more»
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Race Worthy Survivor: 1969 Camaro Z/28
I can hear it, just as much as see it. You know the sound – from a block away your first thought is this car has the bass pumped up from a pair of JBL speakers, but as it… more»
