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In the world of engines, the Vortec 5700 L31 stands out like a rock star at a classical concert, being the final act of the Chevy small block 350 engines. This V8 truck engine, which powers everything from the Cadillac Escalade to the GMC Yukon, is the engine equivalent of a Swiss army knife—versatile and reliable. Despite its lack of reverse flow cooling, it compensates with a robust performance, delivering up to 350 hp. Meanwhile, the 400 cu in engine is the quirky uncle of the family, prone to hot spots but beloved for its torque and racing appeal.
Get ready to rev your engines and flashback to 1966 with the Chevrolet El Camino! This year, the El Camino stepped up its game with the 396 (6.5 L) engine, giving it the power to conquer the quarter mile in style at mid to low 14-second times. Sharing its sleek sheet metal with the Chevelle, it offers options ranging from the no-frills, vinyl-floored version to the swanky Custom edition with Malibu-like interiors. It’s like a mullet on wheels: business in the front, party in the back!
Chevrolet SS, the car everyone loved but nobody bought, is officially hitting the brakes after 2017. General Motors North America President Alan Batey announced this sad news at the Detroit Auto Show, leaving car enthusiasts shaking their heads in disbelief. The SS, with its roots in Australia, will cease production as GM wraps up its operations down under. It seems the SS was the wallflower of the automotive prom—underrated, unnoticed, and now, unfortunately, unavailable.
Hold onto your hubcaps, folks! The Chevy Camaro’s fifth generation roared onto the scene in 2009, initially track-bound, but ready for retail in 2010. Built in Canada, this beastly beauty started under $25k in 2013—unless you wanted the ZL1, packing 580 horsepower and possibly costing more than your first house! The Camaro briefly vanished from showrooms but returned with a bang, flaunting concept cars and prototypes from auto shows to NASCAR, even dabbling in E85 fuel. It’s a muscle car lover’s dream!
The 1956 Buick Special, the last hurrah before the LeSabre took over the entry-level throne in 1958, is a beast with a heart of 322 cubic inches of V8 might, roaring with 250 HP. Like a fashion statement from the ’50s, it sports three vent ports per fender, making you the talk of the town—or at least the block. Thanks to Gateway Classic Cars, you can feast your eyes on this classic icon without having to polish its chrome yourself.
Step right up, folks! The 2017 Annual 65th Meguiar’s Detroit Autorama is revving up at Cobo Hall, and we’ve got a sneak peek behind the closed garage doors. Detroit, the Motor City itself, is flexing its muscle with a horsepower showdown featuring the Big Three: Chrysler, GM, and Ford. Expect to see some serious underhood power and maybe even an engine that could double as a rocket booster. If you’re a gearhead, this is better than a candy store for a kid!
Rev up your nostalgia engines and meet the 1987 Buick Grand National turbo intercooled sunroof coupe—a sleek, black beauty that proves the ’80s knew a thing or two about going fast. This GM masterpiece is so clean it puts a new car to shame, and as it ages, its value is climbing faster than you can say “turbocharged.” If you’re looking for a ride that combines the thrill of speed with an investment opportunity, buckle up, because this collector’s gem is the stock market’s cooler cousin.
In a surprising twist of automotive fate, the Chevrolet Camaro has outpaced its long-time rival, the Ford Mustang, in sales for the first time in nearly two years in the USA. This unexpected victory comes amid Ford’s decision to halt Mustang production following a sharp decline in sales. In September, Camaro revved past the competition, selling 6,577 units compared to the Mustang’s 6,429. It seems the Camaro is back to remind everyone that it’s not just a flash in the pan but a full-on V8-powered comeback.
The third-generation Chevy Nova, introduced in 1968, was a makeover marvel with a longer wheelbase and a facelift that officially dropped the Chevy II name. It offered 15 powertrain options, including a 350-cubic-inch V8 for the SS model, which could turn heads and tires. By 1969, Chevy slipped in a Torque-drive for clutchless thrills, and by 1970, the Nova was all about subtle changes, like larger side marker lights. Meanwhile, the four-cylinder engine quietly exited, much like a party guest who realizes they’re at the wrong event.