Posts Tagged: Chevy
John C from Bloomington, MN, shares his first car adventure with a ’71 Plymouth Satellite Sebring, purchased for $700 from paper route savings and a dad’s loan. Despite its mild 318 engine and a sticky automatic choke, John jazzed it up with aluminum slots, chrome rims, and a leopard-skin interior. A proud “fix-it” ticket for being too jacked up was a badge of honor among friends with their own quirky rides, from a ’68 Mustang GT to a project V8 Vega.
The ’34 Ford Panther coupe is not just any car; it’s a feline on wheels, purring with power from 3 Chevy 350 engines. This showstopper boasts a Turbo 400 transmission and a “Bridge of Weirs” red leather interior that screams luxury louder than a catfight. With 16 coats of Imron paint, a custom frame, and 24 exhaust pipes that mean business, this isn’t just a car—it’s a spectacle. If you’re the MCF who has it all, except this, it’s time to adopt this Panther. Just don’t expect it to purr quietly!
Taking a spin in the 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is like stepping into a time machine with a V8 engine. This classic beauty, a true survivor of its era, still turns heads and raises eyebrows. It’s the kind of car that makes you feel like you should be wearing bell-bottoms and listening to vinyl. As you glide down the road, the car’s robust charm and vintage vibes make you wonder why they ever stopped making cars like this. A true collectable, the Monte Carlo is as sweet as a disco groove!
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Chevrolet hit the post-war road running in 1947, leaving competitors in its rearview mirror with a cab so wide, even your mother-in-law can ride comfortably! The 1951 model, the last to boast an 80 mph speedometer, offered engines ranging from a modest 216 cu in to a beastly 261 cu in V8. Choose between a four-speed manual or the basic three-speed, and enjoy the view through those fancy vent windows. Special thanks to Gateway classic cars for the eye candy!
The Camaro RS-SS-Z28 options from 1967 to 1969 bring the muscle to muscle cars! The ’67 Camaro, sharing its platform with the Nova, flaunts a semi-unibody design and three appearance packages, including the RS with hideaway headlights and the SS with a roaring V8. But wait, there’s more! The undercover Z28, the secret agent of the Camaro world, races in with a high-revving 302 engine. By ’69, buyers could pick from five engines or go big with a dealer-installed 427 cu in beast. Wheel size upgrade included!
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!
