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The 1970s Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda is the muscle car that makes even Ferraris green with envy. With its daring colors, hood pins, and pistol grip shifters, this car screams suave and macho in one growl. Though only 652 were made, each Hemi ‘Cuda is a treasure, especially the 14 convertibles. It boasts a 0-60 mph in 5.8 seconds with a tire-shredding glory. The Hemi ‘Cuda’s legendary status is solidified with appearances in Need for Speed and Fast and Furious 6. Who knew muscle could be so glamorous?
Growing up in a family where muscle cars are practically a family heirloom, Scott F. shares his thrilling experiences from his grandfather’s dealership. From test-driving Mach 1 Mustangs to his mom’s street-racing triumphs in a big block Bonneville, speed runs in their blood. Even now, Scott’s Mustang GT keeps the legacy alive, impressing even his fearless mom at 135 mph. As Scott quips, life would be mundane without Detroit’s V8 muscle to rev up the excitement!
The Plymouth Belvedere GTX from 1967 to 1974 was the muscle car that put on a tuxedo and hit the road. Starting as a gentleman’s luxury car with the heart of a beast, it featured a V8 engine powerful enough to wake the neighbors. In 1968, it got a makeover, swapping styles like a celebrity on a red carpet. By 1970, it faced an identity crisis, looking too much like its budget-friendly cousin, the Roadrunner. Despite a 1971 redesign, emissions and insurance rates hit harder than a speeding ticket, leading to its retirement in 1974.
