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At the Detroit Auto Show, a Roseville mom transformed into a futuristic explorer, courtesy of Ford’s Virtual Reality Express. With an Oculus headset snugly in place, she embarked on a wild ride into tomorrowland, where drones are the new taxis, self-driving cars handle the school run, and the youth have mastered the art of car-sharing. It’s a brave new world of transportation—just don’t ask about the in-flight snacks yet!
In the early ’60s, Ford’s Thunderbird was the cool cat of the car world, thanks to Lee Iacocca’s model expansion plan. The 1962 Sports Roadster turned heads with its flashy wire wheels, although Elvis might disagree after his wheel went Elvis-ing. Its rare “M” code engine was like finding a unicorn, galloping at 345 hp. By ’63, the T-Bird was strutting with a new AM/FM radio and vacuum assist door locks. The Monaco edition was the icing on the cake, a white wonderland of automotive style.
Americans opting for cars from Ford, General Motors, and Fiat Chrysler—collectively known as Detroit’s Big Three—seem to be a breed apart from those who prefer imports, a study by Autolist reveals. Picture this: while import buyers might be sipping lattes and discussing the latest eco-friendly features, Big Three enthusiasts are more likely cranking up their engines and reminiscing about the good ol’ days of classic muscle cars and tailgate parties. It’s a tale of two very different car cultures!
The AC Cobra Mark III is the car that put the ‘zoom’ in ‘vroom’ and made Corvettes cry. Born from a British roadster, it was beefed up in Los Angeles with a Ford engine, transforming into a racing beast. Detroit Ford worked with Shelby to craft the Mark III, boasting a 427 engine that could hit 185 mph on race tracks and leave a trail of awestruck spectators. The British government even imposed speed limits after one Cobra hit 186 mph on the M1! Talk about leaving a mark—or a skid mark, in this case.
For sale: a classic Chevrolet Camaro race car that still roars like a lion at a barbecue! Since the late ’60s, this Camaro and its eternal rival, the Ford Mustang, have been the muscle car world’s Batman and Joker, leaving the Dodge Charger, Pontiac GTO, and Plymouth Barracuda in their smoky wake. Despite the Hellcat’s attempts to muscle in, the Camaro stands unyielding, ready to rumble on the track and in your garage. Get ready to rev up nostalgia and burn rubber with this vintage beast!
In Detroit, muscle cars roar back to life, echoing the spirit of ’69. Ford’s Boss 302 Mustang, once a track legend, now boasts 444 hp, ready to race BMW’s M3. Not to be outdone, Chevy’s Camaro ZL1, born from a dealer’s dream, revs up with a 550 hp supercharged engine. These revamped classics, blending nostalgia with cutting-edge tech, promise joy rides and new memories. Ready, set, let’s cruise down memory lane with a modern twist!
The Camaro ZL1 is not just a car; it’s a missile on wheels! While the manual version lets you rocket to 60 mph in first gear, for a mere $2395, Chevy offers the 10-speed automatic also found in Ford’s Raptor. This upgrade transforms your ZL1 into a 0-60 mph beast in just 3.5 seconds and conquers the quarter mile in 11.4 seconds at 127 mph. And let’s not forget, you’ll be flirting with a top speed of 198 mph, proving once again that the ZL1 isn’t just fast—it’s ludicrously so!
The times, they are a-changin’ for the iconic Ford Mustang. Once upon a burnout, it was all about straight-ahead, tire-screaming performance and wallet-friendly swagger. But for 2015, Ford flipped the script, giving the Mustang a tech-infused glow-up to mark its 50th birthday. It’s not just about muscles anymore; this ‘Stang has hit the gym for agility and tech-savvy tricks. Think of it as the Mustang’s midlife crisis, but instead of a toupee, it’s rocking a spoiler and digital dashboard!
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.
The Ford Falcon 2014 GT, an Aussie legend, continues its journey with a turbocharged XR6 leading the pack. This beastly sedan, quicker than a kangaroo on espresso, boasts a 4-liter V6 engine with 361 hp. While the highway patrol might miss the discontinued V8 interceptor, the XR6 zips from 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds, leaving even some European rivals eating its dust. Inside, it offers leather seats and ample legroom, ensuring comfort whether you’re dodging emus or cruising to a barbecue.