Posts Tagged: muscle cars
Dodge has once again turned the muscle car world on its head with the introduction of the Challenger SRT Demon featuring all-wheel drive. This unthinkable twist has purists clutching their pearls, as the traditional tire-screeching, rear-wheel-drive antics meet their unexpected match. All-wheel drive in a Demon? That’s like putting a leash on a lion—unexpected, but undeniably intriguing. This move may just redefine how we burn rubber, whether on the drag strip or exiting a car show.
In June 1976, cruising Gratiot Avenue, I was sure my beefed-up ’67 Barracuda was unbeatable—until a Pontiac 2+2 convertible rolled up. With a 421 tri-power engine, it left me red-faced and $50 lighter. This rare beast, a big brother to the GTO, packed 376 HP and 461 ft. lbs. of torque. Though never hitting GTO sales, it wowed with dual exhausts and heavy-duty springs. The 2+2 even tried a comeback in ’86, but like my race victory that day, it was short-lived!
On a recent episode of CNBC’s “Jay Leno’s Garage,” classic car enthusiasts and humor aficionados alike tuned in as auto appraiser Donald Osborne joined Jay Leno to evaluate the appreciation value of three untouched classic cars. The episode explores whether the allure of a beautifully unrestored vehicle can outshine one that merely looks, well, old. With a mix of wit and wisdom, Leno and Osborne delve into the unpredictable world of classic car market values, revealing which vintage ride has aged like a fine wine—or a forgotten fruitcake.
