Posts Tagged: 1970
The 1966 Shelby GT 350 Mustang roars back into the spotlight, ditching trunk-mounted batteries and last year’s traction bars like unwanted karaoke partners. Carroll Shelby’s magic touch transformed 252 ’65 models into a whopping 2,378 units of pure American muscle. With optional Paxton Super-chargers and Selectshift automatics, this beauty is a symphony of power and choice. And, oh, those rear quarter panel windows replacing side vents—because who needs extra ventilation when you can have style?
The AMC Rebel’s 1969-70 saga is a tale of transformation. Gone are the convertibles, but hello, simulated louvers and a dash that plays hard to get. By 1970, the Rebel’s restyled rear and looped bumper are turning heads, while safety features ensure it’s not just a pretty face. Under the hood, engine options rev up, climaxing with “The Machine” – a muscle car masquerading as a family ride. With its raked look and patriotic paint, it’s ready to conquer roads and raise eyebrows alike!
Unleashing the Dodge Super Bee from 1968 to 1970 was like giving the Plymouth Road Runner a run for its money—within the same family! Chrysler’s cheeky move birthed the Super Bee, a muscle car with swagger, sporting a slightly heavier frame and a bee stripe that said, “Get out of my way!” With engines ranging from a modest 383 Magnum to the beastly 426 Hemi, it was the muscle car equivalent of a heavyweight boxer in a silk robe. Sales buzzed, then fizzled, but the Super Bee’s legacy stung on.
In 1971, the Buick GS 350 decided to go green—or as green as a muscle car can get—by sipping on regular unleaded gasoline and adding a catalytic converter to cut down on those pesky emissions. While it’s now down by 55 ponies compared to last year, it’s still got enough zip to get you noticed. With 89,1070 units produced, and 902 as convertibles, the GS 350 is more common than your neighbor’s cat but just as cherished. A tip of the hat to Gateway Classic Cars for the drool-worthy images!
For the 1969 model year, the Camaro was the belle of the SCCA Trans Am ball, equipped with Corvette-like stopping power thanks to four-piston calipers. Only 206 of these beauties sported the $500 JL8 option, making them rarer than a unicorn on a racetrack. The Z28 package was a powerhouse, boasting a 302-cubic-inch engine, and the COPO version went rogue with a 427-cubic-inch beast, courtesy of Don Yenko. And let’s not forget the ZL-1, an all-aluminum marvel, crafted with love and 16 hours of labor!
Step back into the ’70s with Jim Suva Jr.’s gleaming Pontiac Firebird Esprit in Buckskin Gold, a car that could make even James Garner raise an eyebrow. Jim and his father were glued to “The Rockford Files,” and now Jim’s cruising in a car that starred alongside Garner in a 2010 TV tribute. This Firebird isn’t just a car; it’s a piece of TV history on wheels. So, whether you’re a fan of classic cars or vintage TV, this Firebird is the ride of your nostalgic dreams!
Get ready to time travel with Don Dames’ 1970 Chevrolet Nova, sparkling in its original Green Mist paint. This classic beauty, with its trusty 6-cylinder engine, is 80% original and 100% a blast from the past! After years in hiding, it’s like the car emerged from a time capsule, ready to transport you back to the era of bell-bottoms and disco. Don’s Nova is not just a car; it’s a rolling museum exhibit on wheels, reminding us that some things just get better with age.
The Dodge Charger 1970 R/T 426 Hemi is a beast with a beauty complex—an intimidating muscle car that looks like it could bench press your house and still have energy for a marathon. Sporting a 426 cubic inch Hemi V8, it’s one of only 56 made with an automatic transmission, making it rarer than a unicorn at a science fair. Dressed in EB3 Light Blue Metallic with a black vinyl top, this Charger is the James Bond of cars—sophisticated, yet ready to cause a ruckus at a moment’s notice.
