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For the first time ever, the snow is no match for a classic muscle car—thanks to Dodge’s latest innovation. The American icon is now strapping on its snow boots with an all-wheel drive Challenger, ensuring that muscle car enthusiasts can finally flaunt their horsepower on icy roads. Say goodbye to getting stuck in the driveway and hello to the new era of muscle cars that laugh in the face of snowflakes. Who knew that muscle could be so versatile?
Dubbed “the world’s smartest car” before smart cars were a thing, the Nash Metropolitan (1953-1961) was a quirky marvel. Available as a hardtop or convertible, this pint-sized wonder was an American brainchild produced by the Brits. With a wheelbase shorter than a VW Beetle, it aimed to be the perfect second car for those who believed bigger was better. It was as nimble as a cat in a parking lot—a sub-compact charmer with a flair for style and economy in a land of gas-guzzling giants.
Get ready to rev those engines, Mustang fans! The iconic Ford Mustang, the longest-running production of any American muscle car, is getting a facelift, and it’s about to turn heads faster than a cheetah on nitro. Entering its sixth generation, the classic ‘Stang will roll out with a refreshed design that promises to keep its legendary status intact. So, what can you expect from this American classic? More horsepower? A sleeker design? Or perhaps cup holders that finally fit your mega-sized slushy? Stay tuned!
In the world of American muscle cars, the Dodge Challenger R/T, Ford Mustang GT, and Chevy Camaro SS line up like heavyweight contenders in a rev-laden showdown. But when it comes to the coveted 0-60 MPH sprint, who’s the Usain Bolt of the group? Spoiler alert: it’s not the one with the loudest exhaust note! With engines roaring like lions at a karaoke night, these iconic rides bring both speed and smiles, but only one can claim the crown of fastest in this pedal-to-metal face-off.
In the early ’60s, the mantra “win on Sunday, sell on Monday” was the gospel truth for American automakers. Enter the 1964 Ford Fairlane 427 Thunderbolt—a car that looked like your neighbor’s Fairlane but had the muscle to leave competitors eating dust on the drag strip. It might have looked like a sheep, but under the hood, it was the wolf of Super Stock racing. This Thunderbolt had the power to not only win races but also to race its way into car enthusiasts’ hearts and garages.
In a classic American showdown, the Ford Mustang galloped past its rivals, the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger, to claim the top sales spot in January 2017. Despite all three muscle cars starting the year with sales figures slower than a Sunday driver, the Mustang still managed to rev up its engines and leave the competition eating its dust. Perhaps the Camaro and Challenger were just too busy admiring their own reflections to notice the pony car sprinting ahead!
Get ready to drool over this all-original 1960 Chevrolet Corvette! Under the hood, you’ll find a mighty 283 engine with two 4-barrel carburetors, because why settle for one carburetor when you can have two? Backed by a four-speed standard transmission and a posi-track rear end with 3.70 gearing, this beauty is ready to burn rubber and your eyeballs. And thanks to Gateway Classic Cars, you can feast your eyes on these glorious images that are guaranteed to rev your engines!
In 1993, Ford and SVT unleashed the Mustang Cobra R, a limited-edition thrill ride with only 107 examples ever roaring onto the scene. Fast forward two years, and the Cobra R was back, now boasting a 5.8-liter Windsor V8 and a sweet new platform. Only 250 of these were made, and they were more exclusive than a VIP club — you needed a racing license to snag one. So, why the $1M price tag? Well, rarity and a V8 that roars louder than your neighbor’s lawnmower make for a million-dollar combo!