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Chevy II to Chevrolet Nova—The Third Generation 1968-1970

by Ross Mills

The third-generation Chevy Nova, introduced in 1968, was a makeover marvel with a longer wheelbase and a facelift that officially dropped the Chevy II name. It offered 15 powertrain options, including a 350-cubic-inch V8 for the SS model, which could turn heads and tires. By 1969, Chevy slipped in a Torque-drive for clutchless thrills, and by 1970, the Nova was all about subtle changes, like larger side marker lights. Meanwhile, the four-cylinder engine quietly exited, much like a party guest who realizes they’re at the wrong event.

A red Corvette performing a burnout on a race track.

$1 Million Burnout ? Ultra Rare 427 L88 Corvette 1/4 Mile Drag Race Video – Road Test TV

by Wes

A 1969 Corvette with the legendary L88 427 was too rare and too valuable to ever risk, which is exactly what makes watching one launch down the quarter mile feel almost illicit. Only about 116 were built, and examples have since sold for more than a million dollars. Here one runs pure stock, doing exactly what its deliberately underrated big block was engineered for. See the number it put on the board.

Man inspecting a car tire on a sunny day.

Buyers Guide — Never buy a “Rusty” Camaro or Trans Am

by Wes

The most expensive muscle car you will ever buy is the one that looked perfect in the photos and fell apart underneath it. This buyer’s guide walks a 1970 to 1981 Camaro and Trans Am panel by panel, showing exactly where rust hides and why the trouble is almost never the spot you would check first. It is the kind of hard-won knowledge that can save you thousands before you hand over a deposit. Learn what to look for.

A vintage 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 in a museum setting.

The 1rst 1967 Camaro Z28 produced by Chevrolet & Engine Sound

by Wes

At the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals, Lou Costabile filmed a gold 1967 Camaro Z/28 with a 302 small block that owner Jon Mello believes is the very first Z/28 Chevrolet ever produced. Mello has owned it since 2000 and pieced together the provenance himself, then committed to a period-correct restoration that took a full decade. It’s a genuine piece of muscle car history. Watch to hear how he proved what he had.

Ford Motors V8 supplement FE & FT 4 of 4

by Ross Mills

In a twist of automotive irony, Ford’s first 427 block was as temperamental as a cat in water—one slip of the casting core and voilà, a paperweight! Enter the FE 428, a budget-friendly marvel with a manageable bore and a cast iron crankshaft. In ’68, the 428 CJ roared onto the scene, leaving insurance agents shaking in their boots while pretending it only had 335 hp. The NHRA saw through the charade, rating it at 360 hp, as it blazed through the Winternationals. Meanwhile, the SCJ variant was ready to race, sporting longer-life capscrews for rods and a cheekily looser piston fit—because who needs air conditioning when you’re this cool?

Classic black car with distinctive grille and multiple headlights showcased outdoors.

Shape Shifting Caddy

by Wes

On /BIG MUSCLE, Mike Musto drives a Cadillac that has worn several identities over its life, the automotive embodiment of his motto, “Don’t change cars, change the car.” Instead of trading up, its owner kept reinventing the same machine, layering years of history into one build. With over half a million views, the episode makes a surprisingly compelling case for depth over variety. Watch to see the many lives of this shape-shifting Caddy.

A classic 1965 Chevy Pickup with a powerful, polished engine and sleek silver finish.

Amazingly Good Looking 1965 Chevy Has An Epic Sound

by Wes

ScottieDTV’s 1965 Chevy pickup isn’t a restoration or a show truck; it’s a classic hauler wearing two superchargers and a soundtrack to match. This video follows it on a cruise up the spur toward the Smoky Mountains, ending with a quick burst of acceleration that shows what the twin-blown setup can do. It’s a build meant to be heard, not just admired. Watch to hear it for yourself.

Sunbeam Tiger—Need for Speed

by Ross Mills

In the wild world of the Sunbeam Tiger, needing speed had its quirks. With just 7,128 units roaring out, this car was more “British brawn meets American brawn.” It boasted a 260 and 289 engine that made even the Metropolitan Police want a piece. The Tiger tried LeMans but preferred breaking quarter-mile records instead. Maintenance was a mechanic’s yoga class, and Chrysler’s intervention swapped “Powered by Ford” to “Sunbeam V8.” When Ford engines ran out, the Tiger’s production purred to a stop.

Hummer H2

The Most Embarrassing Vehicle to Drive?

by Pat C

The Hummer H2 promised military toughness but delivered a badge-heavy SUV built on the same bones as a Chevy Tahoe. Doug DeMuro isn’t the only reviewer who’s called it out for cheap interior plastics, poor visibility, and gas mileage that barely breaks double digits. Two decades later, though, the H2 has quietly become a favorite among off-road builders and collectors who don’t mind the ridicule. Is today’s punchline tomorrow’s icon?

Classic 1964 Shelby Mustang GT350 on display indoors.

1968 Shelby GT500KR Convertible 428 Cobra Jet V8 – Original Survivor

by Wes

This 1968 Shelby GT500KR convertible is one of just 517 built that year, and it may be one of the best-preserved survivors left. Powered by the legendary 428 Cobra Jet and backed by a four-speed, it remains numbers-matching, wears its original factory color, and is still running its factory exhaust after four decades. RamblinAround takes a slow, detailed walk around a genuine time capsule. See why originality like this is nearly impossible to find.

Ford Mustang 1970- Boss 302 images

by Ross Mills

Ford built this Boss 302 Mustang to satisfy SCCA Trans-Am homologation rules, which required at least 6,500 production copies before the race car could compete. Ford ended up building 7,014 for 1970, exceeding the quota by 514 cars, each carrying a fortified 302-cubic-inch V8 making 290 horsepower and a suspension tuned for road-course duty. Period road tests clocked the quarter mile in 14.9 seconds at 93.4 mph. Ford dropped the model after just two years on the market.

1966 Dodge Coronet 500 in black with V8 engine sound.

1966 Dodge Coronet 500 in Black Paint & 426 Hemi Engine Sound

by Wes

Painted an understated black, this 1966 Dodge Coronet 500 hides the most feared engine Detroit ever built — the legendary 426 Hemi, back as a street option that landmark year. Lou Costabile caught up with owner Ray DuPuis at the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals, where Ray tells the car’s story in his own words. It’s pure sleeper menace with a mythical heart. Watch to hear what makes this Mopar special.

A classic Dodge muscle car showcased in a video thumbnail.

Now & Then: Dodge Challenger

by Wes

Dodge is one of the few brands that will sell you the past and the present under the same Challenger badge — but do the two really share more than a name? Autofocus parks an early first-generation Challenger beside a modern one and judges both through the eyes of an owner, not a reviewer. Heritage and soul on one side, power and everyday practicality on the other. Watch to see which one actually wins.

Classic 1970 muscle car in dark green with powerful performance features.

Breakdown/History: 1970 Dick Harrell 454 Camaro

by Wes

This 1970 Camaro started life as an ordinary 350-powered SS — then a trip to the Dick Harrell Performance Center swapped in a 454 big-block and turned it into a legend. What makes it extraordinary is that it’s an unrestored survivor with roughly 6,000 original miles, one of only a handful ever built. Now part of the Brothers Collection, it still burns the hides at will. Watch to see one of Mr. Chevrolet’s rarest creations.

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