The Hurst SC/Rambler was a rare muscle car with just 1,512 copies only built in 1969 by American Motors. So, it’s interesting that we would see two of these cars in the same week here on Barn Finds. This… more»
Muscle Cars
6 hours ago • For Sale • 5 Comments
Numbers Matching Project: 1967 Pontiac GTO
Pontiac had an unexpected hit in 1964 with the new GTO. Instead of selling 5,000 copies, 32,000+ flew out of showrooms that year. Demand grew even more in 1965 so the car was promoted to its own series from… more»
7 hours ago • For Sale • 2 Comments
427/4-Speed: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Project
The most major news for the 1969 Chevrolet Corvette regarding engine availability was actually in the small-block department, as this was the year the 327 grew to 350 cubic inches. However, the more coveted excitement remained with the big… more»
15 hours ago • For Sale • 6 Comments
1 of 60: Mario Andretti Edition 1995 Ford Mustang GT
Special Edition autos have been around for decades, some of which seem to have fulfilled the creator’s intention better than others, although just the fact that a car can be deemed a promotional vehicle is often enough to merit… more»
20 hours ago • For Sale • 4 Comments
Nicely Optioned Survivor: 1973 Dodge Challenger Rallye
A car like this 1973 Dodge Challenger Rallye leaves its new owner with decisions to make. It is a rock-solid survivor that would respond well to a cosmetic restoration. However, some may view preservation as more appropriate for a… more»
May 5, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
One Owner Survivor: 1976 Oldsmobile 442
The 442 (or 4-4-2) was born in 1964 as Oldsmobile’s entry into the new mid-size muscle car market. It was a series of its own from 1968 to 1971 and then reverted to option status through the end of… more»
May 4, 2024 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Rare Muscle Car: 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler
The SC/Rambler (aka “Scrambler”) was a one-year muscle car from American Motors. It was based on the American/Rogue during that car’s last outing on the AMC roster. Armed with a 390 cubic inch V8, the 1,512 SC/Ramblers that were… more»
May 4, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Select One: Trio of 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28s
To compete in the Sports Car Club of America’s Trans Am series, Chevrolet introduced the Z28 option in the Camaro in 1968. It came with an exclusive 302 cubic inch V8 that met Trans Am displacement limitations. The model… more»
May 3, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Rare Martinique Blue 1978 Pontiac Trans Am
Martinique Blue was a one-year-only color in 1978. This 1978 Pontiac Trans Am is located in Las Vegas, Nevada, and the data tag on the cowl indicates that it is a Code 24 Martinique Blue car. It was repainted… more»
May 3, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
One Owner Barn Find? 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1
After Mustang sales quickly peaked in 1966, Ford was looking to inject new magic into the car by 1969. Competition entered the field in 1967-68 and helped to erode demand. The result was the introduction of the performance-driven Mach… more»
May 3, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
350-Chevy Equipped: 1974 AMC Gremlin
When surfing the net, I rarely pass up an opportunity to check out a ten-worst-cars-of-all-time list, a controversial subject many auto authors seem to enjoy writing about. While I typically agree with some of their opinions, a car that… more»
May 3, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
One Owner: 1968 Ford Torino GT
Buying a classic car is a significant commitment. The reality is that you are about to spend your hard-earned cash on what is, after all, a luxury purchase. Hesitating is understandable, and taking the time to complete your homework… more»
May 2, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Original 400: 1967 Pontiac GTO
There are many factors to contemplate when assessing the relative worth of any classic purchase. Originality can be a prime factor if the buyer considers the vehicle’s potential future value, which can differentiate a good investment from a great… more»
May 1, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Rotisserie Restoration: 1967 Dodge Dart GTS 383
Chrysler redesigned its two compact cars in 1967, the Dodge Dart and Plymouth Valiant. While functional, they weren’t necessarily lively – until the Dart GTS came along mid-way in the new year. By adding the Sport designation to the… more»
May 1, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Built 440: 1972 Dodge Charger SE
With the popularity and sales of muscle cars dwindling by 1972, you’ve got to hand it to Dodge for trying to keep the fun alive, at least as best they could in such a changing marketplace. For 1972, the… more»
May 1, 2024 • For Sale • 2 Comments
No Reserve: 1986 Buick Grand National
The muscle car sector has traditionally been the exclusive preserve of V8-powered vehicles, but that hasn’t always been the case. There was one bright moment during the 1980s when Buick embraced emerging technology to produce some of the most… more»
