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The early 1970s oil crisis saw sales of muscle cars and other gas-guzzlers wane while smaller, compact cars gained popularity. Learn more about 1970s cars in this section.

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Mercedes
Oldsmobile
Plymouth
Pontiac
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Chrysler

The 1970s Classic Chrysler Cars Channel covers the top Chrysler models of the decade. See what's under the hoods of 1970s classic Chrysler cars. See more »

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Ford

The 1970s Classic Ford Cars Channel covers the top Ford models of the decade. See what's under the hoods of 1970s classic Ford cars. See more »

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Jaguar

The 1970s Classic Jaguar Cars Channel covers the top Jaguar models of the decade. See what's under the hoods of 1970s classic Jaguar cars. See more »

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Mercedes

The 1970s Classic Mercedes Benz Cars Channel covers the top models of the decade. See what's under the hoods of 1970s classic Mercedes Benz cars. See more »

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1972-1976 Lincoln Continental Mark IV

Oldsmobile

The 1970s Classic Oldsmobile Cars Channel covers the top Oldsmobile models of the decade. See what's under the hoods of 1970s classic Oldsmobile cars. See more »

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Plymouth

The 1970s Classic Plymouth Cars Channel covers the top Plymouth models of the decade. See what's under the hoods of 1970s classic Plymouth cars. See more »

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Pontiac

The 1970s Classic Pontiac Cars Channel covers the top Pontiac models of the decade. See what's under the hoods of 1970s classic Pontiac cars. See more »

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The Opel 1900, Cadillac Fleetwood Eldorado and Alfra Romeo are just a few cars in our Other Classic & Collectible Car Manufacturers Channel the 1970s models. View car photos, read histories and more. See more »

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1971 1972 1973 Ford Mustang

Just as buyers were about to switch to fuel-efficient models, Ford came out with its biggest brawniest Ford Mustang yet. Learn about the reaction among the public and automotive reviewers to the 1971 Ford Mustang.