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65 Malibu MCF Member 520 HP Street Rod

by Pat C

Introducing the 65 Malibu MCF Member 520 HP Street Rod, where Jeffery E. takes us on a joyride with his beloved 1965 Chevelle Malibu. Originally a humble 6-cylinder, this beast now roars with a 520 HP, 454 engine under its tuxedo black hood. With a Ford nine-inch rear, Moser axles, and Hotchkiss suspension, it’s the car equivalent of a gym buff in a tux. Collecting trophies and turning heads, Jeffery’s hot rod is a testament to the art of muscle car magic—proof that age is just a number when you’re built like this!

2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1: Everything You Need to Know

by Kiril

In the golden era of affordable performance, the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 stands out like a bodybuilder at a yoga retreat. This American muscle car isn’t just flexing brawn; it’s a tech-savvy beast, decked out with gadgets that would make a spaceship jealous. Forget the old-school muscle car image—this Camaro is more about precision and less about just burning rubber. It’s proof that even muscle cars can evolve, and this one’s ready to crush the competition with a high-tech hug.

This Botched Hellcat vs. Tesla Drag Race Proves One Great Benefit of Electric Cars

by Kiril

In a clash of titans, the Hellcat’s roar was silenced not by its rival’s speed, but by a snapped driveshaft, proving that muscle cars have their Achilles’ heel. Meanwhile, the Tesla Model S, with its sleek electric heart, zoomed past effortlessly, showcasing the beauty of fewer moving parts. Once duking it out with Mustangs and Camaros, the Hellcat now finds itself humbled by the smooth efficiency of its electric adversary. Who knew the future of drag racing could be so… quiet?

What makes a Car, a Muscle Car?

by Kiril

In the world of American automobiles, the muscle car reigns supreme, embodying power and legacy. But what truly makes a car a muscle car? It’s more than just being a classic; there’s a blend of aggression, speed, and that unmistakable V-8 growl. Picture a 1985 Pontiac Trans Am Kammback, a muscle coupe with the quirkiness to match its power. And if you’re struggling with muscle car lingo, fret not—it’s as colorful as the cars themselves, making it a language worth revving up for.

Pontiac Firebird Trans Am – Transformed

by Kiril

Gregg Hamilton, a New Zealander with a penchant for American muscle, found his dream Pontiac Trans Am in Alabama via eBay. A lover of V8, manual, rear-drive cars, he transformed this classic into a beast with rally-inspired handling and engine upgrades. With skills honed from working on top World Rally Championship teams, Hamilton’s Firebird matches the speed of a Z06 Corvette. For him, it’s not just about the drive—it’s about the joy of tinkering and the mechanical beauty of the build.

The 1970 Pontiac GTO Judge Is an Attainable Muscle Car Classic

by Kiril

Rev up your engines, folks, because we’re diving into the world of muscle car classics with the 1970 Pontiac GTO Judge, a ride that’s both iconic and surprisingly attainable. In today’s horsepower heaven, you can snag a 707-horsepower Dodge Challenger Hellcat on a budget, but let’s not forget the GTO Judge—it’s the muscle car that made bench racing a national sport. With its roaring V8 and flashy stripes, it’s like your cool uncle who never moved out of the ’70s, and we love him for it!

Another Epic Muscle Car & Classics Meet!

by Kiril

Yup, no hurricane, storm or floods can hurt these gorgeous American classics, they’re safe in Finland. At the Market Square in center Helsinki to be exact, where the September ’17 Helsinki Cruise took place, which […]

Dodge Challenger 1971 – images

by Ross Mills

The 1970 Dodge Challenger, a superstar in its debut with 76,935 units, quickly went from rockstar to retro, seeing a total of 185,437 models by the 1974 curtain call. It’s like the automotive version of a one-hit wonder! With a grill adapted from a Charger prototype that never made it past dreamland and a roaring 440 engine under the hood, the Challenger is the car equivalent of an epic mullet—business in the front, party under the hood. Thanks, Gateway Classic Cars, for capturing this muscle car’s good side!

Corvette—The Beginning, 1951 to 1962

by Ross Mills

In the early ’50s, Chevrolet embarked on a mission to create a two-seat sports car, birthing the Corvette prototype in 1951. From its fiberglass beginnings with a “blur flame” engine that couldn’t quite keep up with its sporty looks, the Corvette evolved. By 1955, it boasted a V8 engine, and by ’62, it roared with a 327 cubic-inch heart, marking the end of its first generation. It didn’t just keep up with the Joneses—it left them in the dust, albeit with a laughably slow start.

Pontiac GTO 1966 Convertible

by Kiril

Sweet Lord, this ’66 Pontiac GTO is one groovy machine! Dave and I take the GOAT retro cruising and travel back to the late 60s and early 70s here in Dallas, Texas. Sold new at Moody Pontiac in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, this classic American muscle car is the epitome of cool. Equipped with a 389/335HP V8, power steering, power brakes, and factory air conditioning, it’s a ride that screams ‘awesome’ with every rev. Hop in and enjoy the nostalgic tour—it’s as close to a time machine as it gets!

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