All articles tagged with #muscle car
A custom 2022 Dodge Challenger built by ExoMod to resemble a 1969 Daytona is heading to auction at Barrett Jackson. The car features extensive hand-shaped carbon fiber panels, a modified front end, and retains its powerful 797 hp supercharged V8 engine. Despite its unconventional appearance, it has received awards and is considered a striking, if controversial, tribute to classic muscle cars.
A mechanic discovers a 1968 Mustang GT 390 4-Speed with historical significance, linked to the movie Bullitt and Steve McQueen, and plans to restore it to its former glory, highlighting the car's cultural and personal importance.
TransAm Worldwide has unveiled the 70/SS, a custom muscle car based on a sixth-generation Camaro, inspired by the 1970 Chevelle SS, boasting up to 1,500 horsepower with a twin-turbo 7.4-liter V-8, making it more powerful than a Bugatti Chiron, with only 20 units planned and a starting price of $195,000.
Dodge is showcasing a Mopar-upgraded version of its gas-powered Charger Sixpack at SEMA, featuring new wheels, carbon-fiber accents, interior enhancements, and performance tweaks, while maintaining its 550 horsepower turbocharged inline-six engine.
The article discusses a 1984 Hurst/Olds with a unique Lightning Rod shifter, in good condition with 41,000 miles, listed for $35,000. It explores the car's history, features, and whether the asking price is justified given its rarity and condition.
Dodge has teased a purple Charger concept for the upcoming SEMA Show, likely based on the Charger Scat Pack with a 550 hp engine, hinting at a continuation of muscle car tradition with a focus on performance and customization. The vehicle features a mid-mounted intake and a black hood, with Mopar parts expected to be part of the package.
Dodge is launching the 2026 Charger Scat Pack H.O., a powerful muscle car with 550 horsepower, priced at $56,990 for the base model and $61,985 for the Plus version, offering strong performance and value compared to competitors like the Ford Mustang.
A fully rebuilt 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback, finished in Highland Green and powered by a custom 408 cubic inch Windsor V8 producing 464 bhp, with modern upgrades to suspension, brakes, and interior, is now for sale in California.
Ringbrothers transformed a 1971 Aston Martin DBS into a custom, wide-bodied muscle machine called Octavia, featuring extensive modifications including a new 805-hp Ford Coyote engine, custom chassis, and unique design elements, making it a one-of-a-kind automotive masterpiece unveiled at Monterey Car Week.
Dodge announced the pricing for its upcoming gasoline-powered Dodge Charger Sixpack, starting at $51,990, which is cheaper than its electric counterpart. The car offers two engine options, standard all-wheel drive, and various performance features, with delivery expected in late 2025 for the high-performance Scat Pack model. The platform's flexibility hints at future V-8 options, including potential Hellcat versions.
Dodge appears to be close to revealing a new gasoline-powered Charger, possibly featuring an inline-six engine, as evidenced by a recent video of a drifting red Charger in Detroit. The sound suggests a six-cylinder rather than a Hemi V8, indicating potential changes in engine options for the 2026 model year, driven by recent leadership shifts at Stellantis.
The 1962 Pontiac Grand Prix was equipped with the highest factory-rated horsepower engine for the model, featuring a 421-cubic-inch V8 producing 405 gross horsepower, making it a notable early muscle car. However, due to changes in horsepower measurement standards, its net horsepower is estimated to be under 285 hp today, comparable to the 2005-2008 Pontiac GXP's performance.
A rare 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 429, one of only 499 built, sold for $627,000 at auction, significantly above its estimated value, due to its rarity and unique history as a homologation car created to compete in NASCAR without actually racing.
Flippers are struggling to sell the limited-edition Chevy Camaro Garage 56, with one failing to meet reserve at $162,000 on Bring a Trailer. Despite its special features and rarity, potential buyers question its value compared to a stock Camaro ZL1, leading to challenges in finding a market for the vehicle, especially with the cancellation of the Camaro this year. Nostalgia for the Camaro may not be enough to drive demand, as some buyers see the Garage 56 as just another Camaro without the excitement to justify its high price.
Ford sees an opportunity to boost Mustang sales as it becomes the last American muscle car with a traditional V8 engine, following the discontinuation of competitors' V8 models. The company is optimistic about the future of the Mustang, with plans for new V8 models and international expansion. Despite declining domestic demand for two-door sports cars, Ford has found success with the Mustang in international markets, particularly in Europe. The company remains committed to the V8 engine, while also offering an all-electric Mustang Mach-E crossover.