The automotive landscape was changing in the early 1970s as governments and manufacturers focused on cleaner air and improved vehicle safety. Many enthusiasts decried the changes that sapped engine power and performance, but there will always be a price… more»
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2 hours ago • For Sale • 5 Comments
No Reserve 1968 Pontiac GTO 400 4-Speed
Royal Pontiac, located in Royal Oaks, Michigan, became the unofficial home of high-performance Pontiacs during the 1960s. Its collaborative work with the manufacturer produced some of the most potent vehicles to wear the marque’s badge. This 1969 GTO isn’t… more»
3 hours ago • For Sale • 28 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1972 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible
Mercury introduced its Cougar range as a more luxurious alternative to Ford’s Mustang. They did so despite the initial misgivings expressed by the parent company’s management, but it proved to be a wise decision. By the time Mercury closed… more»
4 hours ago • For Sale • 2 Comments
Two-Owner Survivor: 1986 Buick Grand National
We see a few examples of the 1986 Buick Grand National at Barn Finds, which is understandable considering how popular these classics are. Some are extraordinarily well-preserved vehicles with ultra-low odometer readings, while others are tired examples that have… more»
5 hours ago • For Sale • 6 Comments
GM’s Beetle? 1962 Chevrolet Corvair Monza
I have never known what to make of Chevrolet’s Corvair such as today’s 1962 Monza subject. While I was never a fan, I admired the combined attempt of Chevrolet and GM to build a compact designed to do competitive… more»
6 hours ago • For Sale • 12 Comments
Pint-Size Woodie: 1979 Ford Pinto Country Squire
In 1970-71, three of the U.S. automakers introduced subcompact cars. That included the Chevy Vega, AMC Gremlin, and Ford Pinto. The latter would last the longest (1971-80) and sell the most cars (more than three million units). Interest in… more»
7 hours ago • For Sale • 9 Comments
Original 1973 Buick Centurion 455 Convertible
The Centurion is one of those Buick names that doesn’t really seem to get widespread attention, and that’s probably due in part to its short production span, which lasted only from 1971 to 1973. The car was a mid-level… more»
8 hours ago • For Sale • 5 Comments
What’s It Worth? 1972 Pontiac GTO
My, how quickly things can change in the automotive world. The GTO began life as a mid-size muscle car in 1964, reached 96,000 units in sales in 1966, yet couldn’t break the 6,000 number in 1972. Market saturation had… more»
10 hours ago • For Sale • 6 Comments
Original With 4-Speed: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner
I noticed Plymouth’s Road Runner upon introduction in ’68, but it was the ’69 edition, with its wide, black hood stripes, that really caught my imagination. I wanted one the second I saw it, even though I wasn’t yet… more»
13 hours ago • For Sale • 16 Comments
No Reserve 1973 Plymouth Gold Duster V8
The Duster was perhaps Plymouth’s big success story of the 1970s. They took a Valiant compact and grafted on a new fastback body from the cowl back. The result was sales of nearly 1.3 million copies from 1970 to… more»
14 hours ago • For Sale • 16 Comments
Cheap 1988 Pontiac Sunbird GT Turbo Convertible
This 1988 Pontiac Sunbird may not be the most exhilarating ragtop ever made, but for a late-eighties J-platform car this one’s pretty cool and seems like a lot of fun for a driver officially priced at $3,650, but in… more»
15 hours ago • For Sale • 31 Comments
Low-Mile 1978 AMC Matador Barcelona II
American Motors redesigned its Matador product line in 1974 and in the process moved it from an intermediate to a full-size car. They went one step further by giving the 2-door hardtop completely different styling from the sedans and… more»
Aug 16, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Original K-Code: 1966 Ford Mustang GT 2+2 Fastback
We often see sellers frustrated by non-paying winning bidders, but the story of this 1966 Mustang GT 2+2 Fastback is one of frustration for a different reason. A technical glitch appears to have seen most of the photos disappear… more»
Aug 16, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
360/4-Speed: 1970 Ford F-250 4×4 Highboy
Determining whether a classic is desirable can be challenging, but this 1970 Ford F-250 4×4 Highboy leaves no doubt. It has attracted thirty-nine bids in just over three days, suggesting people genuinely want to be its new owner. It… more»
Aug 16, 2023 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Original V8: 1979 Chevrolet Monza Coupe
Tidy vehicles from the 1970s have developed a strong following because a new generation of enthusiasts views them as an affordable option to enter the world of classic car ownership. Some alternatives seem obvious, but the 1979 Chevrolet Monza… more»
Aug 16, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Rare 1971 Jeep Jeepster Commando SC1
This 1971 Jeep Jeepster Commando SC1 is located in Walla Walla, Washington. Matt H. found it here on Craigslist with an asking price of $20,000. The Jeepster Commando was first manufactured by Kaiser Jeep in 1966 to compete with… more»
