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Hold onto your mullets, folks, because the 1978 Pontiac Trans Am is making a roaring comeback! This beast rolls in with a brand-new cross-hatch grill, giving it a snazzier smile than the Cheshire Cat. Under the hood, the Firebird Formula LT Sport Edition flexes with a high-compression 305 cid engine at 155 hp, while the 400 cid engine, now rocking the 6x-4 heads, cranks up to a muscular 220 hp. Big thanks to Gateway Classic Cars for the drool-worthy images!

Introducing the 1967 Chevrolet Nova, where classic style meets safety swagger! This vintage beauty not only sports a timeless design but also boasts a suite of safety upgrades—because even in the ’60s, playing it cool meant staying safe. With impact-absorbing steering columns and padded armrests, it’s like hugging a marshmallow while cruising the streets. Check out the snazzy images, courtesy of Gateway Classic Cars, and remember, safety never goes out of style!

A comical look at my impatience. I had no charged batteries to start the Chevelle with after getting the rebuilt engine together. Just click on the CC button to hear my mumblings. Engine is a […]

In the vibrant hue of Lemon Twist Yellow, the 1970 Plymouth Road Runner with its throaty 383 engine and Hurst Pistol Grip 4 Speed Shifter is a sight to behold. Owners Brian and Pat Kelly reflect on their high school days as they rev up this beauty, which Brian first acquired in a less-than-stellar “Rattle Canned” state. After some sage advice and a touch of restoration magic, this car now turns heads as easily as it turns corners. It’s a blast from the past, now with a showroom shine!

The third-gen Chevrolet El Camino, 1968-1972, truly revved up the muscle car game with its Malibu-inspired style and Chevelle platform. In ’68, it flaunted options like posi-traction and a power disk brake for those who wanted to stop as impressively as they could go. The high-performance SS debuted, with engines roaring up to 375 bhp. By 1970, it could house a monstrous LS6 454 engine, racing through the quarter-mile in 13 seconds! Alas, emissions rules in ’71 took a bit of the vroom out of its zoom.

In the realm of muscle cars, the Dodge Charger Hellcat doesn’t just turn heads; it practically gives them whiplash. This beastly machine, part of the legendary SRT lineup, packs more horsepower than a stampede of wild stallions. Whether it’s the growl of its engine or its sleek, menacing look, the Charger Hellcat is the automotive equivalent of a rock concert. Buckle up, because this car is ready to take you on a ride that’s faster than your last relationship!

Ford just revved up to a new level of patriotism by pulling off an automotive stunt bigger than Chevrolet’s last hurrah. On November 19, Ford set a Guinness World Record for the ‘Largest Banner Flown By A Vehicle,’ towing a massive American flag that was completely off the ground. This vehicular feat was no small task, as both the size of the flag and its airborne length counted toward the record. It seems Ford isn’t just about horsepower—it’s about horsepower with style, and a dash of flag-waving flair!

In the wild world of fuel crises and emissions regulations, Pontiac’s engineers turned the Trans-Am into a fuel-sipping, aerodynamic marvel. By 1982, the third-gen Trans-Am shed pounds like it was prepping for a high school reunion, boasting hidden headlights and a spoiler that whispered, “I’m sporty, yet eco-friendly.” Meanwhile, the Banshee concept, a car that could’ve starred in its own sci-fi flick, lent its futuristic flair to the Trans-Am saga, proving that sometimes, the future is just a concept car away.

Meet the 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback, better known as Chip Foose’s “Gambler 514” – a car so green, Kermit would be jealous! Under the hood, it’s got a 514 CID engine that roars with 625 horsepower, enough to make any speedometer tremble in fear. With its Eagle H beam connecting rods and Ford Racing forged aluminum pistons, this Mustang’s got more muscle than a bodybuilder on protein shakes. So buckle up, because this ride is not just a car – it’s a high-octane party on wheels!

It’s our first head-to-head shootout with two engines: a Blueprint Engines crate Chevy 383 small-block versus a hand-built Mopar 383 by Engine Masters host Steve Dulcich. To make this a fair test, we equalized as […]

The 408 is one of the most popular small-block V-8 stroker combinations for Chevy, Ford, and Mopar. This time on Engine Masters presented by AMSOIL and supported by Earl’s Vapor Guard and Mr. Gasket, we […]

Step back into the late 60s when the Pontiac Firebird 1967 was the epitome of cool—think James Dean with a V8 engine. Built on the GM F-body platform, this pony car was all about style and power. The ’67 model flaunts slit tail lights reminiscent of its cousin, the GTO, and offers a choice between a convertible or hard-top. Whether you opt for the base model’s OHC inline 6 or go full throttle with the 400 CID V8, one thing’s for sure, this car screams “I’m faster than your dad’s station wagon!”

Behold the Ford Restomod Roadster 1932, where the spirit of ’32 meets the style of the ’40s and the muscle of a Pontiac 400. This classic beauty sports a ’40 Ford dash with new-but-old-looking gauges, a steering wheel to match, and seats that scream ‘vintage charm’ but whisper ‘genuine leather.’ Underneath, it’s a chrome lover’s dream, boasting a shiny undercarriage and a flashy Winners V8 quick-change differential. With Firestone dirt track tires, this roadster isn’t just a car—it’s a time-traveling showstopper!

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