Below are four Chevrolet engines from vehicles listed for sale on AutoHunter. Can you identify what they are?
For many, many years, Chevrolet’s sole engine was a straight-six, but here we have several others from Chevrolet’s history. In the comments section below, please list the engine AND year/model in your bid to achieve classic car glory. If you need a hint, simply click on the image.
“The all-new Mach 1 is here – ready to move you out over roads near and far in Mach-nificent style.” Yep, Ford couldn’t resist the temptation of a corny pun in the brochure for the 1971 Mustang. Dad jokes aside, it was a good-looking machine with its long, dual-scoop hood and distinctive flat-back roofline that gave the restyled model a chunky rear end that seemed ready to squat down over the rear wheels as the steed bolted away from a standstill.
This particular Mustang is waiting to gallop to its next rider. In 2021, it was refinished in a combination of silver metallic and black accents on the Ram Air hood and sides as well as a black rear spoiler.
Black is the dominant theme inside, from the front buckets and folding Sport Deck rear seat to the dashboard and carpeting, although faux wood accents do add a little visual warmth to the one-bar steering wheel and door panels. Conveniences include power steering, air conditioning, a Jensen AM/FM/CD radio, and a set of Dakota Digital analog gauges.
Unlike its New Edge descendant, the 1971 Mach 1 was available with a variety of engine options. The brochure shows it came standard with a two-barrel 302cid V8 but could be equipped with a two-barrel 351, a four-barrel 351, or one of two 429cid Cobra Jet engines, the most powerful of which had Ram Air and up to 375 horsepower with the Drag Pack option. The VIN for this Mach 1 shows it came with the 240-horsepower base 351. Although the seller doesn’t indicate the Ram Air-equipped 351cid V8 under the hood is original, the engine, upgraded four-barrel carburetor, and three-speed automatic transmission have been rebuilt.
The updates don’t stop there. The 14-inch Magnum 500-style wheels are wrapped in Cooper Cobra radial tires that were put on in 2023 – the same year the front end was rebuilt. A new power steering pump has been installed. A new brake master cylinder, power front disc brakes with upgraded two-piston calipers, and new rear wheel cylinders help make sure this Mustang doesn’t giddy up straight into the proverbial glue factory.
Even better news: In addition to throwing in a set of uninstalled rear window louvers, the seller will provide all of the…Mach-umentation…associated with the rebuilds and the tires.
The word “survivor” gets thrown around a lot, much of it incorrectly. Most unrestored cars with the adjective attached to them are not survivors – a car must maintain most of its original integrity to be a survivor – so that rusty car needing a restoration is not a survivor. In contrast, this 1970 DodgeChallenger R/T is the quintessential survivor, a vehicle that maintains most of its original body panels, paint, and equipment.
That’s not the only thing special about this Challenger R/T. Under the hood, you will find a 440 Six Pack, an engine high on the totem pole of the most desirable muscle cars. Its four-speed manual transmission is controlled by a Hurst Pistol Grip shifter, a gimmicky trademark of sorts representing the height of the era.
And then there’s the color combination. Many folks are way into black, so the triple black paint scheme works for them. But this particular Challenger was ordered with a red Bumblebee stripe, which is quite rare among the R/T and Challenger 340s built.
Yet, there is still more to the story. The grandson of the original Utah-based owner moved to Hawaii in 2004, and he traded it in at the local Dodge dealership for a new work truck. Darryl Turner, an employee at the dealership, was lucky enough to become the new caretaker of “Hollie.” He kept it nicely preserved until 2010, when it was bought by a prominent collector in the United Kingdom. Twelve years later, Darryl was able to buy this Hollie back, so she returned to Hawaii. She still is as nice as she was.
Watch Bringing Hollie Home for the entire story of this storied Mopar.
If you are looking for what has to be the best deal on the planet for a high performance and exclusive two-door sports coupe, look no further than the first generation F87 BMW M2 Competition. The M2 is a sports car that can hold its own with cars which cost twice as much, more to service, and are not even as fun to drive as the M2.
You might be wondering why not just save a few dollars and get the standard F87 M2. Well the reason to buy the Competition version has everything to do with the engine. In the M2 Comp you get the S55 which has a lightweight crankshaft, different crankshaft bearings, stronger pistons and connecting rods, different valves, twin turbos, twin fuel pumps, active exhaust, a revised cooling system, and revised intercoolers. The M2 Comp as a result has 40 more horsepower and 63 lb-ft more torque than the standard M2 which gives it 405 horsepower.
The Pick of the Day is one of these cars, a 2020 BMW M2 Competition with only 38,000 miles for sale on ClassicCars.com. It is a well equipped example with options which include the Executive Package. The car is finished in Sunset Orange paint and the interior features BMW’s amazing looking and very comfortable sports seats covered in black leather with orange stitching and orange accents. In person they look even cooler than the pictures show. The interior also features carbon fiber accents on the dash, center console, and door panels.
You will notice that this M2 Comp is equipped with the BMW DTC dual clutch 7-speed gearbox. Before you start complaining that it does not have a standard manual, try driving a BMW with this gearbox. You are likely to come away surprised at just how well the DTC works, and with this transmission the car is not only faster in acceleration but also faster around a track than the manual transmission version.
There are a few interesting modifications to this car as well. These include custom 19-inch rims, a Noelle Performance chip and F1 Carbon performance exhaust that adds a deep and aggressive sound. The Dyno graph on the car is said to show this M2 having approximately 500 hp.
The seller states that this car has been meticulously maintained and they clearly state that this car has service records since it was new, which to me make this a car to seriously consider.
So this BMW M2 Comp is a car that offers performance that is just about on par with a Porsche 991 GT3 but costs a few hundred grand less. As a bonus with this car you end up with a car that is easier to live with than a GT3 Porsche. This car offers so much for the money it is kind of crazy not to consider it as a option. The price is $45,000 or best offer.
ClassicCars TV brings you The InNOVAtor, a striking Glacier White 1967 Chevrolet Nova custom that has been given a meticulous $800,000 build with redesigned front and rear fascia, hood-joined extended rockers, and reprofiled fenders. Powering The InNOVAtor is a 700-horsepower Chevrolet Performance LSX 454 small-block paired with a TREMEC T56 Magnum six-speed manual transmission.
Custom 18-inch and 20-inch Roadster Shop wheels are wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport tires. The cabin features Sparco bucket seats housed within a full cage illuminated by fiber-optic lighting and a full array of custom gauges. At the Barrett-Jackson 2024 Palm Beach Auction, The InNOVAtor sold for $258,500.
Featured on AutoHunter, the online auction platform driven by ClassicCars.com, is this 1978 Jeep J10 4WD. It is powered by a four-barrel 360cid V8 backed by a four-speed manual transmission plus a dual-range transfer case. Features include the Custom Truck package, sliding rear window, rear step bumper, power steering and brakes (with front discs), and digital radio upgrade. Finished in a bright blue with a black vinyl interior, this Jeep J10 comes from the selling dealer with documentation starting in 1978, and a clear title.
The repainted Brilliant Blue hue (code 6R) shines brightly in the sun. The Custom Truck package included a chrome front bumper, and chrome window and side trim, among other items. Other features include cowl-mounted antenna, dual side mirrors, rear step bumper, and tonneau cover.
Fifteen-inch slotted aluminum wheels with manual front locking hubs are wrapped in 30- by 9.50-inch LT Wild Country Radial XTX tires.
The reportedly original black vinyl cabin features bucket seats with a center “buddy seat” and armrest. Features include power steering, floor-mounted transmission shifter, transfer case, and a Prodigy trailer brake controller. Window and door trim, and headliner have been replaced.
The instrument panel consists of a 100-mph speedometer and gauges for the coolant temperature, oil pressure, amperage, and fuel. An aftermarket oil pressure gauge is mounted below the instrument panel. A dashboard-mounted clock can be found closer to the passenger side. The odometer shows 28,417 miles but the true mileage is unknown.
The reportedly original (code P) 360 V8 features a four-barrel carburetor. The 360 is controlled by a four-speed manual transmission and dual-range transfer case.
Underneath, you’ll find a solid front axle and solid rear-drive axle. The transfer case operates in conjunction with the locking front hubs to offer part-time four-wheel drive. The power brake system consists of front discs and rear drums. A dual exhaust system exits from both sides in front of the rear wheels.
The auction for this 1978 Jeep J10 4WD ends Friday, June 14, 2024 at 11:45 a.m. (PDT).
“This is a one-of-a-kind collector’s item,” the listing says.
Production of the third-generation Corvette kicked off in August 1967 at General Motors’ St. Louis, Missouri, assembly plant. While many of the powertrain configurations were carried over from prior Corvettes, the exterior and interior demonstrated a clean break from the previous design.
Chevrolet was particularly proud of this new design, and for good reason. One of the ads for the car said, “Something about this one will get you all unglued. Maybe the slippery shape. Or maybe all that energy under the hood. Or the road-ready combination of independent suspension and disc brakes at all four corners. Whatever it is, the ’68 Vette has got to be one of the most desirable cars ever built.”
The seller (who has owned the car for 21 years) says that today’s featured car has been “meticulously kept” and has been stored during winter months. The condition of the car appears to speak for itself in the gallery of about 30 photos, and the Candy Apple Red paint job is deliciously deep.
There is definitely something captivating about the lines of the C3, and I’m a fan of early models like this one with chrome bumpers as opposed to later ones with body-colored urethane bumpers. The sculpted fenders, flush-mounted door handles, and aerodynamic trunk design convey a sense of speed even when the car is parked. It is no wonder why Chevrolet decided to keep this generation in production for nearly a decade and a half until the 1980s.
Up front, power comes from a 375-horsepower 327cid small-block V8 mated to a four-speed manual transmission. A few upgrades have been installed along the way, including an Edelbrock aluminum intake, a 770cfm Holley carburetor, an HEI ignition system, and a chrome-plated alternator. The seller says that the original removed parts will come with the car.
A handful of the photos included in the listing show the car being shown at events, and one of the photos shows a trophy, so it goes without saying that this Vette has been enthusiast-owned. Perhaps you need to be the enthusiast who continues giving it that same level of love and care.
“If you appreciate the sound of an original American muscle car, you’re going to love this head-turning beauty!” the listing concludes.
Jeep is likely to prune the number of trim levels it offers on its vehicles in the years ahead in an effort to reduce complexity.
The information was revealed by Bill Peffer, Jeep’s senior vice president, in an interview with The Drive published on Wednesday.
“Complexity reduction is something that happens constantly, and we probably could stand to do a little bit more of it,” he said.
In the case of a model like the iconic Jeep Wrangler, buyers can choose from Sport, Sport S, Willys, Sahara, High Altitude, Rubicon, Rubicon X, and Rubicon 392 grades, and to add more complexity there are multiple powertrain options that can only be configured with certain grades.
Bill Peffer
In his interview with The Drive, Peffer gave the example of the new 2024 WagoneerS as a new way to do things. The electric midsize SUV will be launched in a single Launch Edition grade. More grades will surely be added, though there will likely be less than what we’ve typically seen from Jeep. One of them will likely be a rugged Trailhawk grade based on a concept shown during last week’s debut of the Wagoneer S.
Reducing the number of grades on offer could improve efficiency and quality in production, in addition to easing confusion in the showroom, something Peffer also pointed out in his interview.
Reduced complexity will also become more important as Jeep continues to expand its lineup. In addition to the Wagoneer S, the brand has added a subcompact model called the Avenger in markets outside the U.S. The rugged electric Recon SUV is also coming to North America later this year as an alternative to the Wrangler.
General Motors had a funny rule limiting cubic-inches on particular platforms. That meant cars like the Oldsmobile4-4-2 were limited to 400cid. The 455-powered Hurst/Olds was an awesome way around the edict, but it was pricey. Things fell into place when GM removed the edict and the 1970 4-4-2 came equipped with the 455 standard.
Rated at 365 horsepower, the standard 4-4-2 was a strong-performing vehicle. But those who wished to go faster could order the W30 package, which included a bigger cam and other hi-po bits, W25 fiberglass hood, red plastic fender wells, and wide side stripes. When a four-speed was opted, the cam was so radical that there was not enough vacuum for power brakes.
The 1970 4-4-2 W30 arguably is the high point of high-performance Oldsmobiles of the era. This one featured in the below Muscle Car Campy video is typical of the era due to its Burnished Gold hue, though no four-speed W30 is typical otherwise. Note the Custom Sport steering wheel – arguably the best of the era of any American manufacturer – as well as the Rocket Rally Pac that features the difficult-to-read “tick-tock-tach” with integrated clock. Everything else on this Olds exudes class in addition to sportiness and power.
The 1967 model marked the first year of the Camaro. It was designed to compete with the Ford Mustang, and, even though I am a big Ford fan, I have always somehow preferred the Camaro to the Mustang. I am not sure if it is the more subtle (and almost elegant) styling or because they are more rare than the Mustang, but the first generation Camaro has always been the winner of the two pony cars for me.
The 1967 Camaro has a number of first-year-only features including hood vent windows, a lack of side mounted marker lights, and a different type of shock mount. I feel that because the 1967 model is the first in a long line of Camaro cars that they will always have a following. Many people advise that when buying an iconic classic car you should buy the first or the last, and this car is one of the first. As a result it would likely be the one to buy if you are thinking of long term investment in a classic pony car.
The seller describes this 1967 Camaro as one that was previously sold on AutoHunter in 2021, and since then has reportedly received $30,000 in work under its new owner. This includes the addition of a Vintage Air climate control system, power steering, QA1 suspension components, and numerous performance upgrades. It is powered by a 383ci stroker V8 backed by a Muncie M21 four-speed manual transmission. The car is painted in Sunset Orange over a black vinyl interior and comes with service receipts and a clear title in the seller’s name.
Highlights of this car include a cowl-induction hood, rear spoiler, power steering, LED headlights, the aforementioned Vintage Air climate control system and QA1 suspension components, all of which work to make this classic Camaro one that would easily work as a great daily driver and an amazing example for vintage tours and rallies.
The interior of this Camaro is just the way I like it with stock bucket seats with correct black vinyl upholstery and a center console-mounted manual transmission shifter. There are some nice and subtle upgrades including a Bluetooth audio system with Pioneer and Rockford Fosgate speakers. It looks like the perfect mix of stock and tastefully upgraded components. Basically a stock 1967 Camaro interior that has features of a modern car.
Under the hood is where everything comes together perfectly with a solid lifter Chevy 383 stroker motor built up from this car’s original block with a lot of high quality performance parts added. These include Edelbrock Performer heads, an Edelbrock RPM aluminum intake manifold, aluminum accessories brackets, an HEI distributor, a Holley Brawler 4-barrel carburetor, headers with heat wrap, fuel pump relocated and coated with heat wrap, a Powermaster chrome alternator, a Rebuilt starter, new valve covers, new head gaskets, a Griffin radiator, and chrome pulleys.
Then we come to the chassis mods all of which are also top notch. These modifications include QA1 tubular control arms, QA1 sway bar, tie rods, bearings, and ball joints, 2” dropped front spindles, both front and rear coilover shocks, cut and rewelded rear axle mounting points, and a rear sway bar. This is a Camaro that not only goes fast in a straight line but one that can also handle the curves of a vintage road tour with ease.
This 1967 Camaro is the perfect classic pony car for today’s world, offering the classic looks of a first year first generation Camaro combined with some of the best modern components to make it drive as good as it looks. If you are the type of collector who wants to actually use your car, this Camaro is just the ticket.
