American Muscle Cars - 10 Surprising Facts About Muscle Cars By Ben Stewart Mar 12, 2015 America loves speed. The 1960s and 1970s might have produced the wildest and rarest muscle cars packing giant torque-rich V-8s, but the 1980s brought its share of powerful machines to the street, too—cars that were quick and met the more stringent emissions controls. And behind the horsepower there are some surprising stories. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 1968 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 The first two years of Carroll Shelby's Mustangs are the most desirable to many Mustang purists. Those 1965 and 1966 GT 350s were light, simply styled, and perfect for track work. But the later 1967 and 1968 cars offered more fun under the hood and were the machines of choice if you wanted to win drag races. For the first time, '67 to '68 GT 500 Shelbys came with 355-hp 428-cubic-inch big-block power under the hood.

Car testers of the day saw quarter-mile time slips in the mid-to-low 14-second bracket—quick for the day. The Shelby Mustangs received more scoops and flashier styling than the older cars to match the new-found power and torque. And the even quicker KR (King of the Road) high-performance model was available in 1968 too. Little-Known Fact: The 1967 Shelby Mustangs used Mercury Cougar tail lamps, but the 1968 models used lamps from the '66 Ford Thunderbird. 1984 Chevy Corvette The third generation of America's sports car, the Corvette, had an incredibly long run: 1968 to 1982. So when it came time for GM to launch the next-generation C4 Corvette, there was wild speculation about the car. Some predicted it would use a midengine chassis, like an Italian exotic. And others thought it might use a rotary engine, like Mazda's. In the end, the next Vette wasn't radical. It still had a small-block Chevy V-8 up front driving the rear wheels. That first year, it cranked out a meager 205 hp.

But after a switch to a new, tuned port fuel-injection system in later years, horsepower jumped—and so did performance. Five years later, Chevy debuted the first ultra-performance Vette since the 1960s: the 375-hp ZR-1. Little-Known Fact: There is no production 1983 Corvette. Although 1982 was the last year for the third-generation Corvette, Chevy decided to wait until the 1984 model year to launch the all-new car. Why? Some sources claim tighter emissions regulations necessitated more time for development. Others say that quality glitches at the factory were the real reason. All we know is every 1983 Corvette prototype was destroyed, except one: a white car that now lives at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Ky. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona The 1969 Dodge Daytona and its sibling, the 1970 Plymouth Superbird, are arguably the most radical vehicles to emerge from the muscle car wars. But the Daytona, as the name might suggest, wasn't designed for street racing.

It was built to win Nascar races on the superspeedways—the longest and fastest tracks. To increase top speed, engineers took the Charger to the wind tunnel. The aerodynamic modifications to the big Dodge included a nearly 2-foot-tall rear wing, a flush rear window, and a longer, sloped nose cone. The results were impressive. The race version of the Daytona became the first car in Nascar history to break 200 mph. After numerous Dodge wins in 1969 and some by Plymouth in 1970, Nascar's new rule book banned these cars. The production cars, which came packing a 440 big-block or the legendary 426 Hemi, are sought-after collector cars today that bring more than $150,000 at auctions. Little-Known Fact: The Daytona's aerodynamic modifications over a those of a standard Charger helped lower the coefficient of drag to 0.28—an excellent figure even by today's standards. But did that huge rear wing really need to be so tall to maximize rear-end downforce? According to legend, no.

The reason for the exaggerated height of the wing was so that the trunklid on the production cars could pass underneath it and fully open. 1970 Oldsmobile 442 The 442 (which gets its name from its four-barrel carburetor, four-speed manual, and dual exhausts) was based on the Cutlass and become the hot muscle machine for the Oldsmobile division. It shared its platform with two other hot GM machines, the Chevy Chevelle SS and the Pontiac GTO. And like the GTO, the 442 was only a trim level at the beginning. But by 1970, you could get a huge 455-cubic-inch big-block V-8. And when equipped with the even more potent W30 parts, the motor made 360 hp and a whopping 500 lb-ft of torque. It could hit 60 mph in less than 6 seconds, which was very quick for the time—especially for an Olds.

Little-Known Fact: Actor James Garner raced a beefed-up 1970 Olds 442 in the NORRA Mexico 1000 (a precursor to the Baja 1000), where it won second in class. The Goodyear Grabber, as it was known, was built by legendary Baja-race-vehicle guru Vic Hickey and sponsored by Goodyear tires. The vehicle was recently restored and put up for sale. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am By the late 1970s, muscle car performance was a mere shadow of what it had been years earlier. The latest emissions controls, combined with high gas prices and stratospheric insurance costs, caused most automakers to severely dial back horsepower. But not Pontiac. The Trans-Am had been riding a new wave of popularity since its starring role in the movie Smokey and the Bandit. For the 1978 model year, Pontiac added to the excitement by actually increasing the horsepower of its top-level Trans Am from 200 to 220.

The brand also developed a special handling package called the WS6 that added a sport-tuned suspension, wider 8-inch wheels, new tires, and quicker steering. The result was a Pontiac Trans-Am that was actually quicker and handled better around a track than the Chevy Corvette. Little-Known Fact: The Pontiac's T-top roof, which first became an option in 1976, was as close as a buyer could get to a convertible Trans Am. These lift-out roof sections were initially made by Hurst and were known as the Hurst Hatch. The problem was, they leaked. This led Pontiac to develop its own T-tops within GM's Fisher body division and launch the option midway through the 1978 model year. So some '78 Firebirds have Hurst T-tops and others have the Fisher units. You can spot the difference because the Fisher glass roof panels are larger than the Hurst Hatch ones. 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 In the late 1960s and early 1970s, Nascar was in its golden age.

Automakers took the business of stock-car racing seriously and would dream up engines and bodywork for racing that were often too wild for the street. All the automakers needed to do was sell 500 of these radical cars and they could run them in Nascar. The Boss 429 Mustang was just such a beast. Although the Mustang didn't compete in Nascar, the 375-hp 429-cubic-inch V-8 under its hood was designed specifically for racing and built to rev to 6000 rpm. The problem was, this motor did not perform well on the street. It was slower than the other big-block Mustangs at the time. The Nascar-bound V-8 was monstrously large and did not fit in a stock Mustang's engine bay. So Ford contracted Kar Kraft in Brighten, Mich., to handle the job. The company relocated the shock towers, widened the track of the front end using unique componentry, relocated the battery to the trunk, and fitted a smaller brake booster—all to make room for this beastly powerplant to fit in the Mustang.

Today, the rarity and mystique behind the Boss 429 has pushed values at auction well beyond $200,000. Little-Known Fact: There were actually three different 429 engines installed in the Boss 429 between '69 and '70. The hardcore "S-Code" was installed in early cars and filled with race-duty parts. But the S-Code had warranty problems, reportedly because of an incorrect assembly process. So the "T-Code" with lighter-duty parts was used in some cars. The later "A-Code" version of the 429, equipped with smog equipment and a new valvetrain, appeared toward the end of production. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 1970 Chevy Chevelle LS6 When GM relaxed its longstanding rule forbidding engines larger than 400 cubic inches to be installed in midsize cars, it set off a muscle frenzy across the company's divisions. Oldsmobile put the huge 455-cubic-inch into its 442, and Chevy installed a unique 454-cubic-inch V-8, the LS6, into its Chevelle SS.

A conservative estimate of the LS6's power puts it at 450 hp and 500 lb-ft of torque. But thanks to its high 11.25:1 compression ratio and giant Holley 780 CFM carb, the LS6's real output in the Chevelle SS was closer to 500 hp, many experts claim. Our pals at Car and Driver tested one in 1970 and found it hit 60 mph in just 5.4 seconds, running through the quarter-mile in 13.8 seconds. And that was with the skinny low-grip tires of the day; that same car with modern rubber would be much quicker. The LS6 carries the highest factory horsepower rating of all muscle cars. Little-Known Fact: The Chevrolet Corvette has always been Chevy's top performance car. And up until the LS6, GM wouldn't allow any other Chevy to carry a horsepower rating higher than that of the Corvette. But somehow that stance was relaxed for 1970—the highest horsepower engine you could get in a 1970 Corvette was a 390-hp LS5 454.

An LS7 was planned with 465 hp, but it was never officially sold. So why no LS6? An LS6 Corvette was offered for 1971, but its potency slipped (at least officially) to 425 hp. 1969 Pontiac GTO Judge Pontiac owned the muscle scene in the early 1960s. In fact, the 1964 Pontiac GTO is widely regarded as the very first of the breed. But by 1968, that car had plenty of competition. The thought within Pontiac was to make a cheaper version of the GTO with a smaller 350-cubic-inch engine called the ET (for "elapsed time") a drag-racing term. Pontiac boss John DeLorean didn't like that idea. To him, no GTO ould have an engine that small. Instead, the team built a car one step up from the regular GTO. DeLorean himself named the car after a popular skit on the TV show Rowan and Martin's Laugh-In.

The Judge featured the 360-hp Ram Air III engine standard, but buyers could also opt for the more hardcore 370-hp Ram Air IV. The rarest of all were the GTO Judge Ram Air IV convertibles—only five were built in 1969. Little-Known Fact: The original TV commercial for the Judge featured the rock band Paul Revere and the Raiders singing about the GTO out on a dry lakebed. According to the book Pontiac Pizazz, by Jim Wangers and Art Fitzpatrick, the lead singer, Mark Lindsay, was a car guy and loved the Judge, so he wrote a song about it. Wangers claims this commercial is considered one of the earliest rock-music videos. Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 1969 COPO Camaro Chevrolet's Central Office Production Order (COPO) system was designed for fleet sales; it was intended to spec out heavy-duty suspensions for cop cars and stain-proof interiors for taxicabs. But enterprising dealers with the right connections, such as Yenko Chevrolet in Pennsylvania, figured out that Camaros could be ordered this way, too.

And given the right order codes, the dealer could spec out a fire-breathing monster of a Camaro that Chevy didn't really want you to own. The production order 9561 specified a 427 big-block V-8 rated at 425 hp—just like a Vette. But the even rarer COPO 9560 called for an all-aluminum ZL-1 427 V-8. Though this engine was rated with just 5 more hp, it was widely known that this race-spec engine delivered more like 550 hp. Only 69 ZL-1 Camaros were built, and these cars command prices in the $400,000 range at an auction Little-Known Fact: The aluminum ZL-1 427 V-8 in the 9560 COPO Camaro is essentially a race engine. Chevy originally developed this 427 motor for the Chaparral racing team to use in the Can Am series. There are no external emblems on a ZL-1 Camaro that let you know what's under the hood—only plain-vanilla Camaro badges.

1987 Buick GNX Long after the big block V-8-powered muscle cars of the 1960s and 1970s went, Buick brought back some of that magic in the 1980s. The Buick GNX, based on the Grand National (which is itself a hot-rod version of the Regal coupe), was equipped with a potent, turbocharged V-6. The GNX package brought the Grand National's horsepower from 245 up to 276. Car and Driver tested one in 1987 and recorded a 0-to-60-mph time of just 4.6 seconds, making it one of the quickest cars on the market. Buick made only 547 of these black beasts. Many were squirreled away into storage as investments. Little-Known Fact: Buick had quite a few of these engines left over when it stopped production of the GNX—so Pontiac picked up the turbo V-6s and put them in the 1989 20th Anniversary Trans Am.

It was conservatively rated at just 250 hp, but true GM enthusiasts knew the potential that lay under the hood of that Trans Am. KayOne73/Flickr The Top Muscle Cars Of The 60s And 70s | car News @ Top Speed The Top Muscle Cars of the 60s and 70s News by Kirby Garlitos + 22 The early 60s all the way up to the 70s was a golden age for the American automotive industry if only for the simple fact that muscle cars were growing not just in number, but in overall stature. The muscle car arms race of the that time yielded plenty of options for customers looking for more power and metal-twisting torque from these vehicles. And the models only grew in popularity as more and more people began clamoring for the biggest, baddest, and most powerful machines. The general appeal these muscle cars offered to the growing American car culture of the time was the opportunity to own powerful cars that could be used for drag racing while also keeping costs at bay. At that time, a number of brands began developing their own models, including legendary names like the Ford Mustang , and the Dodge Charger , to name a few.

While the golden age of American muscle was limited to parts of these two decades, the industry has enjoyed a renaissance of sorts in recent years. It’s not going to compare to the 60s or the 70s, but as proven by customer clamoring, the culture of American muscle cars is far from bearing its last legs. To pay tribute to the time where muscle was king of the road - and the drag strip - we have compiled a list of the 10 most memorable muscle cars of the golden age. Check out the list after the jump. continue reading 1964 Pontiac GTO In many ways, the 1964 Pontiac GTO was regarded as one of the pioneer muscle cars during the golden age of the 60s and 70s if only because of the simple premise behind the build of the car. The idea was to find the largest engine and put it on the lightest body you can build. The brainchild of Russell Gee, Bill Collins, and John DeLorean, the GTO was born because of a decision to put emphasis on a car’s street performance after General Motors, at that time, issued a ban on factory-sponsored racing.

All together, the three visionaries built the GTO as a muscle car that featured a 389 cu in (6.4-liter) V8 engine with an output of 325 horsepower at 4,800 rpm with an optional “Tri-Power” carburetion that produced an increased output of 348 horsepower. Road tests done on the GTO at that time included a 0-60 mph time of 6.6 seconds, a standing quarter-mile of 14.8 seconds, and a quarter mile trap speed of 99 mph. Incidentally, the name of the Pontiac GTO was the idea of John DeLorean who took the name from the Ferrari 250 GTO, one of the most iconic race cars in history, with the “GTO” standing as an Italian abbreviation for Gran Turismo Omologato. Through much controversy surrounding the name of the car and the general apprehension in how it was going to do in the box office, the GTO surprised a lot of people by becoming one of the most legendary muscle cars of all time.

Despite it’s streamlined, sports-car looks, the 1967 Shelby Cobra 427 Super Snake had the pulse of American muscle coursing through its veins. And judging by the limited number of cars built for this particular model, it shouldn’t be surprising that the most powerful Shelby to ever be built still carries the title of being one of the rarest American muscle cars in history. Carroll Shelby always wanted to have the fastest and meanest car on the road, and he set about doing it by introducing the Shelby Cobra 427 Super Snake back in 1967. Limited to only two units – yep! two! - the Cobra 427 Super Snake was essentially a race car that was modified for use on the street and still holds acclaim as the most awesome of all the Cobras ever to be built. Not only was it powered by the Cobra’s top-of-the-line 427 cu. in. V8 Shelby engine, but to give it some extra juice, Shelby decided to add in a pair of Paxton superchargers to the mix, effectively doubling the output of the 427 Cobra to a mind-boggling 800 horsepower.

An American muscle car from the 60s that produces 800 horsepower. Really, that’s all you need to know about the 1966 Shelby Cobra 427 Super Snake. The 1968 Dodge Charger R/T is one of those muscle cars that have definitely withstood the test of time. How else do you explain the car’s popularity these days, more than 40 years after the car first made waves in the late 60s? The answer, as Vin Diesel’s character in Fast and the Furious will tell you, is pretty simple: the ’68 Charger R/T was, and still is, a true man’s car. It’s the type of muscle car that imposes an image of fear and star quality wrapped in one awesome package. With an unmistakable design that features the now famous hidden headlight grille, the overall curvy body, the refined tail, and the prevalent use of chrome on the car, the ’68 Charger R/T was in a class of its own back then. More than the impressive aesthetics and timeless design, the Charger R/T also boasted of a powertrain that featured a 440 cu. in.

four-barrel Magnum V8 engine that produced 375 horsepower with an engine option in the form of the 426 Hemi engine that came with 425 horsepower. While other muscle cars at the time came out either with a more dynamic profile or a more powerful engine, nothing could compete with the Charger R/T when it came to the whole package. Gallery Dodge Charger RT History 1968 Plymouth Road Runner Hemi It may have had a name that’s inspired from the Looney Tunes character, but make no mistake about it, the Plymouth Road Runner Hemi was all business, all the time. Coming with a standard powertrain that featured a 383-cid, four-barrel V8 engine with 335 horsepower or a more powerful 426-cid Hemi engine with 425 horsepower, the Road Runner Hemi became a popular choice for a muscle car in the late 60s because it offered customers a back-to-basics package that underscored everything people wanted in a muscle car without the frills attached. In building the Road Runner Hemi, Plymouth pretty much put emphasis on the car’s performance, leaving all the styling intricacies behind.

Nothing about the car’s looks screamed incredible because everything that wasn’t essential in improving the car’s performance was left out, including the interior where “added options” became a foreign concept. But despite its pedestrian looks, the Road Runner Hemi’s impressive powertrain certainly made up for all of it. As a side note, Plymouth actually paid Warner Brothers $50,000 for the rights to use the name and likeness of the Road Runner and another $10,000 to develop the “beep, beep” horn. Just goes to show that despite being a simple-as-can-be muscle car, the Plymouth Road Runner Hemi still offered plenty of character. The 1969 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 holds the distinction for being one of the fastest and most powerful American muscle cars of its time. It was conceived by drag racer Dick Harrell specifically for drag racing and came with a 427 cu in big-block V8 engine called the ZL1. This particular powertrain gave the Camaro all the performance output it needed - 500 horsepower worth - to be considered as one of the foremost American beasts of its time, capable even of hitting 0-60 mph in just 5.3 seconds.

All told, only 69 ZL1 Camaros were ever built, making this model one of the rarest and most important American muscle cars of its time. Gallery Chevrolet Camaro History 1969 Ford Mustang 428 Cobra Jet The Ford Mustang has produced its fair share of doozy pony cars in the past, but nothing draws “oohs and ahhs” more than the 1968 Mustang 428 Cobra Jet . Regarded as the model that took the fight to the big-block Camaros and Firebirds of the time, the Mustang Cobra Jet was a more powerful version of the Mustang and came with a powertrain worthy of its stature. Powering the Mustang Cobra Jet was a 428-cid V8 engine that featured larger valve heads than the standard Mustang, a ram-air induction, and a functional hood scoop, while also carrying the same intake manifold as that of its less powerful brethren. While Ford rated the Mustang Cobra Jet as having “only” 335 horsepower, the truth was its output hit closer to 410 horsepower.

This figure was notable because it ushered in a new wave of interest for the Ford Mustang, which had been lagging behind the Chevrolet Camaro, the Pontiac Firebird, and the Plymouth Barracuda. With the release of the Mustang 428 Cobra Jet, the tables were finally turned and everyone started looking up to the legendary Mustang. Gallery Ford Mustang History 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS A lot of people today are quick to label the Camaro as Chevrolet’s muscle car and while that, to an extent, is accurate, not a lot of people know that before the Camaro became Chevy’s go-to-muscle car, that title belonged to the Chevrolet Chevelle SS . After being introduced in 1964 to signal Chevrolet’s entry into the world of muscle cars, the Chevelle trudged along for a number of years, registering enough to make a name for itself, but not enough to make its rivals worry. It wasn’t until 1970 when the Chevelle SS finally broke out, thanks in large part to a 454 cu. in.

big-block V8 engine that produced 450 horsepower and 500 lb/ft of torque with a 0-62 mph time of six seconds. Understated because of its more famous successor, the Chevelle was once Chevrolet’s official muscle car, something not lost to those who had the pleasure of owning this spectacular machine back in the day. Gallery Chevrolet Chevelle SS SL5/SL6 1971 Plymouth Hemi’Cuda Convertible One of the rarest and most important muscle cars of the 70s is the 1971 Plymouth Hemi’Cuda Convertible, a car that, to this day, remains as one of the most sought-after muscle cars in history. The Hemi’Cuda, a direct descendant of the Plymouth Barracuda, became a rare gem, not only because it came with a 425 cu. in. V8 engine that produced 425 horsepower, but because it served as Plymouth’s answer to the established names of that time, particularly the Camaro and the Mustang. But of all the Barracudas that ever came out, the 1971 Hemi’Cuda Convertible remains the crown jewel of them all.

Limited to only 11 units, the Hemi’Cuda Convertible is about as rare as any muscle car you’ll ever find. It certainly helped its cause for being an aesthetically attractive car, one that came with a combination of imposing good looks and top-of-the-line performance credentials. Just to give a perspective as to how rare and sought-after this muscle car is these days, one model was auctioned off at Barrett Jackson for a whopping $4 million. The De Tomaso Pantera may not have the first-name recall of some of the other muscle cars on this list, but rest assured, it’s got an impressive pedigree that dates back to the 70s. The car was born from the mind of Alejandro De Tomaso, an Argentinian racing driver who sought to combine Italian engineering with American muscle. Together with the help of Tom Tjarda – the man responsible for the styling of the car – and Giampaolo Dallara – the man tasked to build the structural design of the Pantera and coincidentally, also aided in the development of the Lamborghini Miura. De Tomaso quickly went about and sought a way to infuse both ideologies into one powerful muscle car. Thus, the Pantera was born.

Powering the Pantera was a 351 cubic-inch ’Cleveland’ V8 engine with 330 horsepower and mated to a ZF five-speed manual gearbox with a 0-60 mph time of 5.5 seconds and a top speed of 150 miles per hour. First introduced at the New York Auto Show in 1970, the Pantera quickly gained popularity in the 70s, thanks to a combination of its eye-catching yet simple design and powerful engine. It became so popular that the Pantera became one of the most sought after celebrity muscle cars of its time, including one that was owned by no less than the King of Rock and Roll himself, Elvis Presley.

Classic Car models from the 1970s with photos, prices and descriptions Chevrolet Impala $5,471 New York 1979 Chevrolet Malibu $3,671 1976 Chevrolet Monte Carlo $3,885 1974 Chevrolet Monza Town Coupe $3,385 1976 Chevrolet Nova $3,823 1978 Chevrolet Pickup $2,229 Ohio 1971 Chrysler Barracuda $2,764 1970 Chrysler Duster 340 $2,822 1973 Chrysler Newport $3,861 1970 Chrysler New Yorker $8,261 1978 Chrysler Lebaron $4,888 New York 1979 Chrysler Volare, $3,220.00 New Jersey 1976 Comet Montego Cyclone GT ( Lincoln Mercury ) $3,690 1970 Comet Montego ( Lincoln Mercury ) $4.439 1976 Datsun 210 $3,869 New York 

1979 Dodge Aspen $4,515 1977 Dodge Charger Daytona $5,434 1976 Dodge Colt $4,785 New York 1979 Dodge Coronet 2 door $3,591 New York 1976 Dodge Dart Swinger $2,237 California 1970 Dodge Dart Sport 340 $2,853 1973 Dodge Magnum XE $5,509 1978 Dodge Monaco $3,743 1970 Ford Galaxie 500 $3,883 1973 Ford Granada $3,698 1975 Ford Maverick $1,995 California 1970 Ford Mustang II $4,105 1975 Ford Pinto $2,078 1972 Ford Pinto Wagon $4,075 1977 Ford, Pinto, $2,895.00 New Jersey 1976 Ford Ranchero $2,995 California 1970 Ford Thunder

bird $6,437 1973 GMC Jimmy $7,895 New York 1979 Jaguar Series III E Type V12 Convertible $8,470 1973 Jaguar XJS $18,000 1976 Mercury Cougar XR7 $3,679 1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 $6,430 1979 Mercury Marauder $3,503 1970 Mercury Monarch Ghia $5,149 1975 MG MGB Roadster $3,320 1973 MG MGB MK IV Roadster $5,649 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass $5,920 New York 1979 Oldsmobile Delta 88 $3,826 1971 Oldsmobile Delta 88 $6,546 1979 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale $5,626 1975 Oldsmobile Omega $4,164 1978 Oldsmobile Starfire GT $3,9

53 1978 Oldsmobile Tornado $5,441 1973 Plymouth Fury Sedan $3,303 1970 Plymouth Horizon Fastback $4,801 New York 1979 Plymouth Satellite $3,226 1973 Pontiac Catalina $4,210 Washington 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix $5,772 1978 Pontiac Lemans $5,888 New York 1979 Pontiac Sunbird $4,274 1979 Pontiac Trans Am $4,708 New York 1974 Pontiac Ventura Coupe $3,829 1975 Subaru Brat $5,622 New York 1979 Toyota Corola $3,698 New York 1979 Triumph Stag $5,805 1971 Triumph TR7 $5,105 1975 1970's cars and some of the advertising from cars in the 70's the prices are drastically different due to 10 year timespan

 where inflation was pretty bad Datsun 1200 Sports Coupe parking is a breeze only $1866.00 Ford Torino Special Trim inside and Out with a vinyl roof Toyota Corona $1,950.00 quality from thousnads of tests and solid construction AMC Matador Mid Size family car with sweeping clean lines and low profile Monte Carlo 1975 for when a car makes you feel good about its looks thats styling Plymouth Arrow prices start at $3,175.00 and 39mpg highway 24mpg city due to its aerodynamic design and all this from the trusted name of Crysler Renault Gordini From $6,998.00 with electronic fuel injection front wheel drive for performance and safety Lincoln Versailles superb luxury car engineered for comfort Ford Mustang 79 capture one today Some of the most popular makes and models on sale in the 70's Alfa Romeo , Spider Alfasud Austin , A55 1300 Mini Countryman Estate Mini Cooper 'S' Alegro Healey Sprite BMW , 3.0 CSL 633 CSI Buick , Electra Riviera Skylark LeSabre Regal Cadillac

 , Eldorado Fleetwood Six De Ville Chevrolet , Cheyenne Monte Carlo Impala Corvair Corvette Chevrolet , Chevelle Malibu SS Chevelle Camero SS Corvette Stingray Chrysler , New Yorker Newport 300 Series Cordoba Town & Country Stationwagon Citroen , Coronet Super Bee DS SM DS33 Safari DS23 Pallas Datsun , 240Z Dodge , Coronet Super Bee Charger Mopar Dart Coronet Challenger RAM Fiat , 500 Dino 124 Spider X1/9 Ford , Cortina MK 1 Escort Cortina Zephyr Capri Ford , Torino Fastback Thunderbird Mustang Falcon Ford , Bronco Thunderbird Galaxie Ranchero MAVERICK Hillman , Hunter Avenger Jeep , CJ Gladiator Commando Wagoneer Jaguar , E Type MK11 S Type 420 Lincoln , Continental Mk.

V Town Car Mark Series Mercedes , 280SL 350 SL 450SL 230CE 450 Mercury , Cougar Capri Comet ZEPHER Monterey Cyclone MG , MGA MGB MGB GT Midget MGC Morris , Mini Marina Minor Traveller Minor Oldsmobile , 442 Cutlass Eighty Eight Plymouth , Valiant Barracuda Pontiac , Trans Am Firebird GTO Le Mans GTO Grand Prix Rover , P5 Coupe P6 2000TC 3500 Triumph , Herald GT6 TR6 Vitesse Stag Dolomite Spitfire Vauxhall , Chevette Magnum Viva Carlton Volkswagen , Camper Van Beetle VW Karmann Ghia 1970's Cars Information In 1970 the average new car cost around 3,542 dollars, and a gallon of gas went for 36. cents. During the 70s many Super cars were designed from a variety of motor companies. One such car was the Bristol Brigand, this was one of the most expensive Bristol range cars.

The Brigand was a turbo charged two-door four-seater sedan, that had the ability to reach 60 mph (97 kph) from rest in less then 60 seconds. Although many Anglo-American hybrids have been hastily conceived and appropriately short-lived, the 140 mph (225 kph) Bristol Britannia sedan showed the marriage of the best British engineering and the American mass-produced power unit car unit result in a genuine classic car. The Fiat XI/9 went on sale in the United States in 1974 , it became a major success, due to the remarkable handling, and road holding, as well as sheer style. Built on a 128 based McPherson strut suspension, it gave almost neutral fool-proof handling, instant steering response, and concerning power far beyond the reach of its mass-produced rivals, along with acceleration of 0 to 60 (0 to 97kph) in 13 seconds. According to legend, local workers gave the name for the Ferrucio Lamborghini super car.

They took one look at the sleek, futuristic, swing-open door device and said, simply: "Countach!" -the nearest translation is something to the effect of "Wow!" The Countach had a V12 engine, and a five-speed gearbox on the forward end of the block, bring the gearbox between the occupants and the gear lever to the driver's hand with no additional linkage. The Countach did not go into proper production as the LP400 until 1974, by which time it had undergone some changes from the prototype. the engine returned to a Miura's 4-liter, and the planned monocoque chassis gave way to a mulitubular space frame, that welded on alloy panels. In 1972 BMW unveiled a gull-winged, mid-engined coupe' BMW Turbo on the show circuit. Never intended for production, in 1978 a car with most of the Turbo's style and character was unveiled as a production reality. Simply called the M1-the M-style logo being BMW's indicating "Motorsports." The car was powered by a BMW's potent 24-valve, 3.5-liter twin-cam straight-six motor.

The majority of the 450 or so M1's built between 1978 and 1980 made outstanding road cars. Lee Lacocca known as the Father of the Mustang, saw a need for a simple, relatively small, but fast and sporty car to sell to growing number of young drivers. The Mustang was both cheap and cheerful, and it sold in many versions. Some had meek 6-cylinder engine and others came with a rumbling V-8 engine. All of the cars were four-seaters,and some came with hardtops bodies, some were fastbacks, and a great number were convertibles. Many great cars come out of the 70's, in 1979 the average new car cost about 6,847 dollars, and a gallon of gas cost 88. cents.

Some of the new innovations and safety features found in cars from the 1970's Four Wheel Drive 1970's Car Manufacturers Makes Models and Prices and Pictures when available for Cars in the 1950's AMC Pacer 1979 This is one of the strangest looking cars made and also immediately recognisable Datsun 1200 Sports Coupe parking is a breeze only $1866.00 Ford Torino Special Trim inside and Out with a vinyl roof Toyota Corona Quality from thousands of tests and solid construction AMC Javelin 1973 Mid Size family car with sweeping clean lines and low profile 1970 Beetle The Jaguar XJC the corporate sports car Monte Carlo 1975 Monte Carlo 1975 for when a car makes you feel good about its looks thats styling Plymouth Arrow Prices From $3,175 Plymouth Arrow 39mpg highway 24mpg city due to its aerodynamic design and all this from the trusted name of Crysler Renault Gordini Renault Gordini with electronic fuel injection front wheel drive for performance and safety Ford Mustang 79 Top Muscle Car Models from the 60's and 70's

 - CarsDirect Top Muscle Car Models from the 60's and 70's November 7, 2013 The 60s and 70s were the golden age of muscle cars, less hampered by safety and emission regulations.

Learn about the 13 top muscle cars of the era. Contents Pontiac GTO When compiling any list of old muscle cars, there's a certain amount of ambiguity built into the concept. For starters, different experts consider different cars as fitting under the heading of "muscle car." Even a list like "top selling" has its share of wiggle room. For instance, you could be talking about "best selling" at the time they were in new car dealer showrooms. You might be talking best selling over time. It could even mean which of those cars are the best selling today. When you are looking at a whole decades (of course, the muscle car concept essentially died out in the middle part of the 1970's) it gets even more complicated. AMC Javelin AMC was typically not known for making flashy, power strong vehicles. The Javelin was the exception to that rule. Coming with a standard 360-cubic-inch V8, Javelins boasted around 300 horsepower. They have endeared themselves to the hearts of muscle car enthusiasts. Chevrolet Camaro Without question the Camaro is one of the most popular cars ever built by Chevrolet .

1967 was the first year for the Chevy Camaro , as a direct response to Ford's Mustang , and Chevrolet's first entry into what was to be known as the "pony car" market. The 1960's Camaros were the first generation making them particularly attractive to collectors. The 1970 Camaro replaced the boxy design of the first generation with a more European styling. There are those who prefer the 1960's versions, but the 1970's styled cars have their share of fans, too. The 1969 Z28 Camaro in particular is still one of the most popular muscle cars of all time. The Z28 maintained its popularity in the 1970's. A limited production period due to production problems makes this car perhaps a bit rarer than some of the other Camaros. Of course, Chevrolet's focus on new government emissions and fuel economy regulations reduced the power of the Camaro early on in the decade--meaning the earlier ones tend to be more popular. Chevrolet Chevelle The Chevelle was one of Chevrolet's most popular models.

Not all 60's Chevelles were muscle cars (they even made station wagons) but a Super Sport with a big block V8 was (and still is) a popular choice among muscle car enthusiasts. There were Chevelles that delivered 450 horsepower. If that doesn't qualify as a "muscle car," it's hard to imagine what does. The best selling high performance car in 1968 was the Chevrolet Chevelle SS. With a 396-cubic-inch engine and heavy duty suspension, this car was fast. Still, the new Chevrolet focus on smaller engines later in the 1970's reduced the compression, and power, across the board of its offerings, the Chevelle included. Chevrolet Corvette The first true American sports car, you just can't argue with the Corvette . No matter the year or the model, they just deliver. An American car cut from much the same cloth as European luxury sports cars, it's about as exotic as anything from a major US automaker. They are all collectible, too. 1968 was the first year of the third generation Corvette, designed after the Mako Shark II concept car.

That, in itself, makes this edition more sought after than some of the others. The 1960's Corvettes are among the most popular among collectors--even though the 1950's versions might stand a little taller. Chevrolet Nova While not all Chevy Novas qualify as "muscle cars" the V8 versions certainly do. That is especially true of the 350 cubic inch V8, although, that engine wasn't offered on the Nova after the 1976 model year. You could also say that the 283-cubic-inch V8 fits the bill. It wouldn't be until the 1968 model year that the Chevy Nova Super Sport option would become a performance package, but it was offered as a trim package on the 1967 version. Dodge Challenger The 1970 Dodge Challenger was one of the most versatile of the muscle cars. They offered it in a number of different styles and there were 10 engine options. Not all of these really qualify as "muscle cars", but a lot sure do. Dodge Charger The 1968 Dodge Charger was the first model year to feature the "coke bottle" styling.

A new sub-type the "R/T" (for "Road/Track") was a high performance version and came standard with a 440 "Magnum" engine, but there was an optional 426-Hemi. You might be familiar with the 1969 Dodge Charger as the General Lee (the car driven by the Dukes of Hazard). There was an optional sunroof package that year, but cars so equipped are extremely rare, as there were only a couple hundred made. Ford Mustang The Ford Mustang is an iconic vehicle like the Camaro and Corvette. When it was originally released it was a design variance of the Ford Falcon. The first model year was 1964. This car has been so influential in classic and muscle car circles that it was the inspiration for the term "pony car." The 1960's era of the car is the one most popular with the majority of car collectors and muscle car fans. While the 1970's versions were different than the '60's models, these cars remained popular, and still are to this day.

Mercury Cougar 1970 saw the introduction of the 351-cubic-inch Cleveland engine to the Mercury Cougar (although the Windsor was also available). The Cleveland is more sought after, and delivered 300 horsepower out of the gate. Plymouth Barracuda The 1967 version of the Barracuda was a Plymouth entry into the "pony car" market. There were a number of engine choices (most of which fit into the "muscle car" category) including a 273-cubic-inch (with both 2 and 4-barrel carburetor choices), and a massive big block 383-cubic-inch V8. The 1967 model was a redesign of the popular platform. With the 1968 Plymouth Barracuda, the 273-cubic-inch engine was gone. Its replacement was a 318. A 340 with a 4-barrel carburetor was offered as was a 383-cubic-inch engine. The most collectible of the 1968 Barracudas were some models built for racing (not street legal) and equipped with 426-Hemi engines.

With 11 choices of engine, the 1970 Barracuda had even more power train diversity than the Dodge Challenger. Of most interest to muscle car fans, though, are the bigger engines like the 426-Hemi and the 440 with a "six pack" carburetor. Plymouth Road Runner Plymouth's Road Runner debuted with the 1968 model and it came standard with a 383-cubic inch big block. You could upgrade to a 426-Hemi engine with dual 4-barrel carburetors. This car represented a back to basics muscle car, meaning it was affordable and fast. Pontiac Firebird Just like its cousin the Chevrolet Camaro , 1967 was the debut outing for the classic Pontiac Firebird . Another in the "pony car" market, the Firebird had a "coke bottle" style. There were a number of engine choices on this vehicle. The 1969 Firebird was the final year of the first generation Firebird design. Interestingly enough the 1969 model year was extended due to production issues with the 1970 Firebird that caused it to be delayed.

The Firebird remained a popular car over the years. In fact, the real demise of the Firebird wasn't about the vehicle itself, but rather the discontinuation of the Pontiac nameplate in 2010. Pontiac GTO The Pontiac GTO has a legion of fans. It is legendary. Perhaps the most impressive in terms of collectible muscle cars is the 1969 Judge version. One of the most valuable of the muscle cars, the Judge was equipped as a street performance machine extraordinaire, and the car is still popular with collectors today. It was designed with performance in mind and is still very sought after. When looking at muscle cars, the argument can be made that the muscle cars of the 1960's are the most important. Still, the 1970's models have their fans. It might have been the decade that killed the muscle car, but they didn't go out without a fight. Many of the 1970's models are just as popular as their 1960's peers.

Old School Muscle Cars: Ones to Buy and Ones to Avoid - CarsDirect Old School Muscle Cars: Ones to Buy and Ones to Avoid March 9, 2012 They don't make 'em like they used to, but old school muscle cars aren't all created equal. Learn how to sort the high performance wheat from the chaff. Looking at listings for used muscle cars can be daunting. You'll find a lot of them, but what's the best muscle car for sale? The truth is, everyone has different preferences. There's no one right choice in terms of which one you should get. A lot depends on your tastes and your budget. There are some interesting cars from which to choose. However, not all muscle cars were created equal in terms of performance and reliability. While some muscle cars will be classics forever (and will always be an excellent investment), there are other models that brought shame to all American muscle car enthusiasts. The Muscle Cars You Want The late 1960s saw a fierce battle among American car makers to produce the coolest and fastest muscle cars. Many of the finest muscles cars ever made were produced between 1965 and 1969.

Because the automakers took so much pride in their craft during the late '60s, it is difficult to say which models were actually the best. Nevertheless, if current prices for popular models of the era are an indication, then the Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet Chevelle and Dodge Charger would be right up there. Popular vehicles like late 1960s models of the Pontiac GTO, Plymouth Road Runner and Plymouth Barracuda have proven to be excellent investments as well. When in great condition, Chevrolet Corvettes from 1965 to 1969 often sell for astronomical amounts of money. The 1970s: The Beginning of the End for the Muscle Car The 1970s saw the Environmental Protection Agency take the muscle out of muscle cars. New emissions standards implemented by the EPA and oil embargos forced American car makers to reduce performance in muscle cars and simply make them a cool looking, yet basic, means of transportation. While there are a few exceptions, like the 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle and the 1970 Dodge Challenger, most other muscle cars produced in mid to late 1970s should be avoided.

While most muscle cars produced in the '70s were never able to quite compete with their '60s predecessors, there are few models that warrant particularly harsh condemnation. For example, some of the worst of the worst were: 1976 Ford Mustang Stallion 1976-1979 Chevrolet Rally Sport Camaro 1968 AMC AMX 1976-1979 Plymouth Volare Road Runner 1974 Pontiac GTO While there are many reasons you shouldn't purchase one of the vehicles on the above list, the biggest reason is that they were all neutered by the manufacturers in terms of horsepower and performance. While some of the above models bear some of the most prestigious names the muscle car world has seen (Mustang, Charger, GTO, Road Runner and Camaro), the 1970s versions of these vehicles are nothing when compared to their 1960s predecessors. A Special Place of Honor The Chevrolet Corvette is considered by some to be the Holy Grail when it comes to American muscle cars. There has always been a special mystique about so much power under the hood of a fiberglass vehicle.

However, the 1980 "California" Edition is considered by many muscle car enthusiasts to be the absolute worst car of its type ever made in America. Seriously underpowered with a mere 305 cubic inch engine, the 1980 California 'Vette was the laughing stock of the muscle car world when it was released. The Top Muscle Cars A list of the most popular muscle cars is an elusive beast to pin down. You could look at which cars sold the best when they were current year models. You might also look to the most exotic cars. If you ask collectors of classic cars you are likely to find the list varies from person to person. Still, certain vehicles like the Camaro and Mustang will probably be present in most of the lists. Most of the cars here would be likely to appear on such a list. AMC Javelin AMC might not be an obvious choice when looking for a muscle car. If you want a car that's not something you will see on the street all that often, though, the Javelin is a great choice. It was AMC's entry into the pony car market and came standard with a 360 cubic inch engine that delivers about 350 horsepower.

Chevrolet Camaro Introduced in 1967 as Chevrolet's answer to the Ford Mustang (and their entry into the pony car race), the Camaro is an extremely popular vehicle. That applies both to its status at the time it was built and in terms of collectability. For many collectors, the first generation of Camaros (1967-1969 models) are the most desirable, but there are those who prefer the more European styling of the 1970s editions. Produced in several different trims, and with several different engine sizes, the 1969 Camaro is one of the most popular muscle cars ever made. The 1969 model represents the most popular body style by far for any of the Camaro branded vehicles. You can find this particular make and model muscle car frequently on online auctions or even at car shows. For more common versions of the vehicle you'll spend between $10,000 and $30,000. For rarer version such as the XYZ or the SL1, you'll pay $40,000 at a minimum.

The 1960s models had the "coke bottle" styling that was so popular with muscle cars of that time, but for the 1970s the car was redesigned to resemble European sports cars. Different people like different years of the car (and different models, Rally Sport, Super Sport and Z-28) better, but each one has its following. The attraction of the Camaro itself is pretty universal. Chevrolet Chevelle While it is important to mention that not all Chevelles really qualify as muscle cars, the Super Sport (especially when equipped with a big block V8) definitely fit the title. In the 1960s, the Chevelle was one of Chevrolet's most popular vehicles (partly because of the many various types of Chevelles--there was even a station wagon) and it is still a favorite with many muscle car enthusiasts. The 1965 model Chevelle represented a vehicle that was a little larger than previous models of the popular Chevrolet car. What really launched the Chevelle in 1965 was the introduction of the SS 396, which is considered to be one of the finest muscle cars ever made in America.

In fact, it is considered to be the predecessor for many popular Chevrolet muscle cars that followed in later years. Because it is not quite as popular as the same year model Camaros, you can usually find it priced rather affordably. In fact, you can find one in good condition for between $10,000 and $20,000. Chevrolet Corvette Some might disagree with the Corvette being included as a muscle car. That's because muscle cars were supposed to be affordable. The truth is, the Corvette is the American version of the European sports car and no other American car comes close in terms of sheer intensity and style. While the Corvette was always priced well below the European super sports cars that it was patterned after, it has always been one of the most expensive American cars. Still, it is in a league of its own in terms of American cars, too. What can you really say about the Corvette that hasn't been said? It has been, since its first model year in the 1950s, "the" American sports car. In fact, the 'Vette is so unique and iconic, that it is really almost off in its own category.

Dodge Challenger The Challenger was Dodge's entry into the "pony car" market, making it competition for the Camaro and Mustang. Depending on the model year (the 1970 for example) the Challenger had more options in terms of engine choices than any of the other muscle cars. It is still very popular with collectors and some versions are real powerhouses. Designed to be a more luxurious version of its sister model the Plymouth Cudo, the 1970 Dodge Challenger was sold in many versions. However, the Magnum 440 big block and 426 Hemi versions of the Dodge Challenger were the best performing and also the most popular. The Challenger was also Dodge's answer to the Camaro, the Mustang and other Pony Cars of the era. These days, it is found in many collector garages and at car shows all over the country. For a 1970 Dodge Challenger in good condition, you'll pay between $20,000 and $50,000.

Dodge Charger The Dodge Charger is best known by many as the "Dukes of Hazzard" car, the "General Lee." Of course, muscle car fans and car collectors know it as one of the Mopar entries into the field and a well-respected and sought after vehicle. The Charger had some serious engine choices through the years, delivering major power. The 1968 model Charger saw a slight change in body style that differentiated it from the popular Coronet. Using what was referred to as a "coke bottle" design or style, the 1968 Dodge Charger quickly became popular for its sleek and curvy good looks. Taking advantage of the very popular Magnum 440 and Hemi 426 engines, the RT version of the Dodge Charger quickly become one of the most popular muscle cars on the circuit. Because of its huge engine, good looks and raw appeal, the vehicle still demands high selling prices. For a 1968 Dodge charger in excellent condition, be prepared to pay between $50,000 and $150,000. Ford Mustang By definition, the Ford Mustang was the original pony car. That makes it the car that spawned a whole new concept.

Without the Mustang it is conceivable that we never would have had Camaros, Challengers, Firebirds and a whole host of other cars that were launched in response to Ford's Mustang. The 1960s models are especially iconic and collectible. The fact that Ford has been doing updated versions of the retro styles of the car these days shows just how popular they are. Of course, since it was an extremely popular vehicle in its day there is a pretty large supply of them--helping to keep them more affordable despite the demand. Plymouth Barracuda Plymouth's pony car, this is another vehicle that's legendary, even though it's perhaps not as common as some of the others featured in the list. They are definitely vehicles that inspire passion in their fans and owners. Plymouth Road Runner This was Plymouth's back to basics entry in the muscle car field, meaning it was fast and affordable. Of course, the upgrade Hemi engine (with dual four barrel carburetors) added some cash to the total. Pontiac Firebird Pontiac's version of the Camaro, this is another car that has become legendary.

Of course, with the demise of the Pontiac nameplate, there will be no more Firebirds, but the 'Birds of the 1960s and 1970s are definitely popular with collectors. Just like the Camaro the most popular versions with collectors and muscle car fans are the ones built in the 1960s and 1970s. Arguably the Trans-Am style is the most popular, but all Firebirds are collectible. Pontiac GTO The GTO was immortalized in song, but they would have been legends with collectors even without that publicity. The 1969 Judge configuration was built for power and is a very expensive collectible car to this day. The GTO represented a return to the affordable power car concept that really made muscle cars "muscle cars." No matter what year or particular model, these are collectible and sought after. Of course, the 1969 "Judge" is just plain legendary. Although not quite as popular as the 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS or Chevrolet Camaro, the 1969 GTO was still one of the best-selling muscle cars of the year.

The vehicle offered excellent performance even in the least expensive models, especially when compared to other muscle cars that sold for about the same price. The "Judge" trim version is the most sought after model today, and one in excellent condition can be had for about $50,000. American Muscle Cars vs. Australian Muscle Cars The Australian muscle car and the American muscle car are two types of vehicle that are largely the same. Both fall under the same category in terms of performance, size and other characteristics. You can accurately describe both Aussie performance muscle cars and their American counterparts as mid-sized vehicles with rear wheel drive and two doors. They are also considered high performance sports cars. However, there are a few differences between Australian muscle cars and American muscle cars that are important to keep in mind if you're looking to purchase a vehicle of this type. American Muscle Cars The primary American manufacturers of muscle cars are Dodge, Ford and Chrysler. The Ford Falcon is a prime example of an American muscle car. These vehicles were designed with one thing in mind; to put an exceedingly powerful engine into a relatively small car body. The car therefore is quite powerful and capable of accelerating and driving extremely fast.

It has lots of "muscle." American muscle cars came about first in the early 1950s, as the V8 engine came into development. This engine was the most powerful available on the market, and manufacturers sensed a desire in the public to increase the speed capabilities and horsepower of their vehicles. They responded by keeping a similar shape and design from previous models of sports and high performance vehicles, but by outfitting those same cars with the new and powerful motor. Most American muscle cars have engines that grew in size into the muscle car trend. Even by the late 1950s, many engines were upwards of seven liters in capacity, making them by far the largest engines on the market at that point. Australian Muscle Cars The main manufacturers of Australian muscle cars were the branches of Chrysler and Ford in that country, as well as the Australian-specific manufacturer Holden. In contrast with a general desire for speed on the streets, these manufacturers built muscle cars originally for racing purposes. In the United States, on the other hand, the cars were only included in drag races and other similar events after they gained overall popularity.

Due to a few separate incidents in which people drove Australian muscle cars recklessly or suffered high profile accidents, the Australian government began to closely regulate the sale and manufacturing of these vehicles. The government ensured that any new models must be approved and sold to the public in a certain quantity before they could be put on the market as muscle cars. This effectively limited the power of the engines in Australian muscle cars. For that reason, none of the engines approached the capacity of those in the States, and the largest engines were around four liters. Related Questions and Answers What Makes the 1974 Pontiac GTO such a Popular Muscle Car? The 1974 Pontiac GTO is one of the most popular muscle cars built. The GTO is considered by many to be the first muscle car ever built when it was introduced in 1964. The GTO was originally designed by one of GM's chief designers, John DeLorean. The 1974 GTO is one of the rarest editions made, with only slightly over 7,000 units produced. This car was only available with a 350 engine and a big four barrel carburetor.

The GTO also came with dual exhaust, a performance ride and handling package. The 1974 GTO looked like a performance car with a mean stance and the ever popular Rallye wheels. Where can You find Parts for the 1968 AMC AMX? The 1968 AMC AMX is a unique muscle car, in that it is much shorter and narrower than all of the other muscle cars of the era. This car is quite popular with collectors of Mopar (Chrysler Performance Division) products. However, as these cars get older, finding quality parts to repair or restore them are becoming harder to find. One of the best sources for hard to find parts for older muscle cars is Year One . With an online search, you will also be able to find a number of websites that specialize in those hard to find 1968 AMC AMX parts. Additionally, there are always a number of AMX parts advertised on eBay. Related Articles Finding the Right Car - November 30, 2016 Get Financing We can help you get financing, no matter your credit situation. Just enter your zip code to start. Apply Now

Question: Which American car company made the Charger in the seventies
Answer: Dodge