Posts Tagged: Chevy
Not your grandpa’s old Chevy, this 1955 Chevrolet 210 is the street rod of dreams, boasting a wallet-busting $85,000 transformation. With a roaring ZZ4 Crate V8 packing over 400 horses, this car could probably outrun its own shadow. It’s got a 700R4 transmission, Camaro rear suspension, and enough custom leather to make a cow blush. Forget the 1955 vibes; this beast drives like it just rolled out of 2017. Shaved emblems and door handles add to its sleek, sneaky charm. It’s a Bel Air on a hot rod holiday!
Rev up your engines and polish that chrome, because the Union County Drag Shootout is where speed meets bling! With prize money up for grabs, this adrenaline-fueled event is more than just a race—it’s a wallet-boosting opportunity for speed demons and gearheads alike. Whether you’re a seasoned racer or just here for the tire smoke and high-octane laughs, the Union County Dragway promises a tire-squealing good time. So, buckle up, and may the fastest car win… and maybe buy dinner!
Rev up your Chevy knowledge with the legendary small block saga from 1962 to 1998, focusing on the number 6! The 4.0-inch bore family, featuring the iconic L-48, roared into life in the 1967 Camaro, packing a punch with 300 hp. Over the years, it made its mark in models like the Nova and Impala, even journeying to Australia! EPA regulations tamed its power a bit, but it kept cruising with style. The Corvette’s ZQ3 engine, with its quirky traits, carried the torch, proving that even engines have personality!
In the thrilling showdown of Ford’s muscle prowess, it’s the iconic American Mustang GT roaring against the nimble European Capri 280. Picture it: a Mustang, all brawn and bravado, flexing its muscles on the asphalt, while the Capri, with its sleek European flair, is ready to dance circles around its heavyweight sibling. It’s a clash of cultures, horsepower, and a bit of cheeky rivalry – who knew muscle could be so multicultural? Buckle up for a joyride through transatlantic turbo tales!
The Chevrolet El Camino, born from a long-gestating prototype, made its grand entrance in 1959 to outsell Ford’s Ranchero, proving that size—and tail fins—do matter. With a “Safety Girder” X frame and engines that could make a speed demon blush, the El Camino was a hit. Yet, the 1960 model, with a tamer rear fin and fewer horsepower, couldn’t keep up with Ford’s Falcon Ranchero. The El Camino was benched, leaving Chevy’s engineers scratching their heads, likely while saying, “We’ll be back.”
Chevrolet Impala SS, the epitome of performance from 1961 to 1969, started as a humble trim option but evolved into a symbol of Chevy’s prowess. With engines ranging from a modest 250 cu in six-cylinder to a mighty 409 cu in V8, it offered muscle enthusiasts a buffet of horsepower. The 1965 model even ditched “idiot lights” for full instrument clusters, proving it’s smarter than your average car! By 1966, Chevy added side chrome trim to combat “door dings,” because who needs battle scars, right?
This 1955 Ford Thunderbird restomod is the automotive equivalent of wearing a tuxedo with flip-flops—elegantly rebellious. Sporting a fiberglass body and a Chevy 396 CID engine boosted by a 6-71 blower, this ‘T’ Bird makes sure you hear it coming before you see it. The Mustang II front end and a Ford 9″ differential ensure it handles like a dream, while the Mickey Thompson tires scream speed. It’s got the soul of a classic and the guts of a hot rod, with power windows for those who appreciate modern luxuries.