Posts Tagged: supercharger
Title: Chevrolet Corvette $50,000 win @ NO PREP!
At a no-prep race, unpredictability reigns supreme, especially when it’s your first and there’s a hefty $50,000 prize at stake! The “Texas Grim Reaper” crew seemed unfazed, cruising to the Finals with a monstrous 522 cubic inch Big Block Corvette. This beastly machine, driven by a thunderous supercharger, not only shook the drag strip but also left spectators covering their ears. It’s safe to say this won’t be the last we’ve heard of this roaring powerhouse!
The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon is the next level in high-octane insanity from the folks who gave us the 707-horsepower Hellcat. While details are scarce, we do know this beast will sport monstrous drag racing tires—so big, they might qualify for their own zip code. And let’s not forget the supercharger whine, which will probably register on the Richter scale. The Demon promises to be a tire-squealing, eardrum-shattering, adrenaline-pumping ride. Hold onto your hats (and your hearing)!
The Chevrolet Corvair, America’s quirky answer to the VW Beetle, wowed with its rear-mounted, air-cooled engine from 1960 to 1969. It was a hit with budget-conscious buyers, offering style in various body types, including a convertible and even a pick-up truck! The Corvair revved up the sports car scene with the turbocharged Monza Spyder. Yet, Ralph Nader’s “Unsafe at Any Speed” in 1965 pulled the brakes on its popularity, proving that sometimes bad press trumps good engineering.
Get ready to rev your engines and your imagination as we dive into the world of TV’s top custom car guru. From a mind-blowing carbon-fiber ’Cuda that’s as sleek as it is speedy, to the all-wheel-drive 2017 Dodge Challenger GT perfect for those who like their muscle cars with a touch of practicality. Oh, and let’s not forget the outrageous 800-hp Challenger SRT Hellcat X—turbocharged, supercharged, and sure to make your grandma spill her tea. Buckle up for these wild rides!