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Chevrolet’s Grand Sport Corvette already makes a healthy 460 horsepower stock. The Yenko/SC package nearly doubles that to 800 horsepower using a stroker kit, a supercharger, and Z06-grade internals. Wearing a name that terrorized muscle car competitors in the 1960s, this limited-run revival started at a $46,000 premium over the Grand Sport’s base price, with only a handful ever built.
Ford did not just refresh the Mustang for its 50th anniversary in 2015, it redesigned the car from the ground up, giving it an independent rear suspension the pony car had only briefly tested once before, on the limited-run 1999-2004 Cobra. The engine lineup got just as bold a shake-up, bringing back a turbocharged four-cylinder for the first time since 1993 alongside the familiar V6 and V8. It was proof that “muscle car” and “high-tech” did not have to be opposites.
This week’s Flashback Friday video takes us back to 1970, where we get to check out a television advertisement for the newest Dodge Charger 500. (Note: Ignore the Dukes of Hazzard title – that is […]
This is a new multi part series on how to assemble a small block Chevy 383 stroker motor (actually it is an internal combustion engine – “motors” are electric – but I digress LOL). MOST […]
Reviving your ride’s steering wheel isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about safety, comfort, and personal flair. Gone are the days of grabbing a generic cover at the auto shop; now, options abound to replace that cracked relic with something swanky. Whether you’re eyeing an aftermarket wheel or restoring the original for that fresh-off-the-assembly-line look, the process is a breeze. Just remember: don’t let a stubborn wheel smack you when removing it! Contact the pros for a real showstopper.
In the spotlight of Chevrolet’s muscle car legacy are the iconic Bel-Air, Camaro, Chevelle, Corvair, Corvette, and Nova. The ’57 Bel-Air is a collector’s dream, while the Camaro battles the Mustang in a stylish showdown. The Chevelle flaunts NASCAR cred, and the Corvair offers quirky fun with a rear-mounted engine. The Corvette, a showstopper since ’54, dazzles with horsepower, while the Nova proves you don’t need a big engine to blow away the competition. A muscle car for every mood, Chevy’s got you covered!
Dodge built the 426 Street Hemi to satisfy NASCAR’s homologation rules, then quietly offered the same race-bred engine in showroom Coronets, and buyers who checked that option box created one of the rarest muscle cars of 1966. Estimates on exact Coronet 500 Hemi production vary by source, but all of them land in the low hundreds, with four-speed manual cars rarer still. A low-mileage survivor like this one is the kind of find collectors spend years chasing.
World Cup Finals – Import vs Domestic bring’s together some of the FASTEST cars from both sides and lines them up against each other to create the CLOSEST, and most KICKASS races for their 10,000+ […]
When Ford unveiled the Mustang in the spring of 1964, it did not just launch a new model, it invented an entirely new class of car that Detroit would spend the next decade trying to copy. By 1965, buyers could choose from three different versions of the same 289 V8, from a mild 200-horsepower base engine to a screaming 271-horsepower HiPo. These photos, courtesy of Gateway Classic Cars, capture that first full model year up close.
We’re looking at a 1964 Pontiac GTO in Nocturne Blue Paint & White Convertible Top. The car’s Owner is Bill Ryder. Bill shares he was looking for a 1965 GTO to restore, however this 1964 […]
In the land of roaring engines and screeching tires, the 1967 Chevy 302 engine strutted its stuff with a high-rise aluminum intake and a chromed dipstick tube that said, “I’m shiny and I know it!” With a conservative 290 hp but secretly packing closer to 376 hp, it was like a bodybuilder in a tuxedo. This beast could do the quarter mile in 12.9 seconds, leaving competitors eating its dust. Even emissions regulations couldn’t stop this powerhouse, as it elegantly burned vapors like a dragon on a diet.
It is one of car culture’s oldest lighthearted debates: when a striking car and an eye-catching companion show up in the same photo, which one actually draws the crowd? The pairing has been a staple of car shows, magazine spreads, and cruise nights for decades. Everyone has an opinion, and most muscle car fans will tell you the truth without much hesitation.
The 2017 Dodge Charger Daytona 392 packs a 6.4-liter HEMI V8 good for 485 horsepower and a mid-12-second quarter mile into a four-door sedan built to carry a family. Hellcat-inspired styling, forged 20-inch wheels, and six-piston Brembo brakes back up the numbers, all without the Hellcat’s price tag. It is proof that Dodge’s definition of a “sleeper” still means business.
Title: Buying a Collector Muscle Car
Buying a collector muscle car is like dating—don’t let the shiny exterior fool you. Avoid top blunders like overpaying, failing to research, or settling for a rust bucket. Ask sellers smart questions, and don’t be shy about scrutinizing every inch of the car. A test drive isn’t a Sunday cruise; it’s a chance to uncover hidden squeaks and leaks. Online buyers, pay in escrow and remember, the ’80s and ’90s cars are the future classics. Keep your cool, even if your heart’s racing faster than the car’s engine!
The 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback is one of the most recognizable shapes in American automotive history — a body that defined an era, launched a thousand movie car replicas, and still stops traffic at car […]