Chevrolet is a well-known name both among auto enthusiasts and the American public at large. The automaker has many iconic nameplates in production today, from the lightning-quick Corvette to the hardworking Silverado. Chevy even lays claim to the longest-running nameplate in the industry with the Suburban, which has been continuously produced for over eight decades. […]
Category: Classic Cars
Dodge Charger and Challenger: Siblings in Speed
Challenger and Charger. These names evoke a miasma of memories and emotions in car enthusiasts, going back to the 1966 model year for the Charger and the 1970 model year for the Challenger. They were originally bred to go up against the fastbacks from Ford and Chevy during the Golden Age of the Muscle Car, […]
Best Classic Pickups: Old-School Truckin’
For those with a soft spot for the rumble of a classic engine in a ruggedly engineered truck, there’s nothing quite as exhilarating as classic pickups. Beyond the nostalgic memories of your parents’ or grandparents’ pickup trucks, older trucks represent a level of toughness, heart, and grit that testify to an era where simplicity and […]
Just How Cool Was the 2003 Nissan 350Z?
Two decades on, there’s still something to be said about the Nissan 350Z. Yes, the 350Z and 370Z have been replaced by the simply-named Nissan Z. While everyone is enamored with the latest and greatest, though, sometimes it’s important to go back and look at some of the groundbreaking steps taken to get to where […]
Countach: The Coolest Car in the World
Where do I even begin? How does one approach the topic of the Lamborghini Countach, that quintessential icon of 1980s culture, arguably the most ridiculous, eye-catching supercar ever made, the car which continues to define the Lamborghini brand to this day? I feel like Jordan Belfort staring down at the car from atop a brick […]
Forgotten Trucks That Deserved More Time on the Streets
There have been some wild designs in the automotive industry over the decades. Whether it’s the fins of the Chevy Bel Air or the quirky Saab designs, the vehicles that have graced the roadways over the past century have been interesting, to say the least. Of course, there are vehicles out there that many drivers […]
Boots, Brats, and Ghost Cars: A Short History of Promotional Vehicles
Promotional campaigns run the gamut from corny to bizarre, but in the end, all that matters is that they make an impression. Minor league sports teams have become masters of the craft with novel one-off events that range from celebrating pop culture touchstones, such as Star Wars or Harry Potter-themed nights, to giving fans a […]
8 Super-Awesome Police Cars We Can’t Help But Love
Sometimes you can just fall in love with a design for a utility vehicle, even if it’s not entirely practical. Nevertheless, sometimes it’s well worth appreciating the effort that goes into the design, regardless of whether or not it opts for more form over function. We’re going to cover a little bit of both: vehicles […]
The Top 5 Performance Chevys From the 1980S You Probably Forgot About
Whenever we talk about classic muscle, it’s almost always centered around the start of the muscle car era during the Tri-Five years. There’s also a lot of love poured out to some of the game-changing cars that paved the way for high-performance tuning and street racing during the 1960s and 1970s. What we don’t often […]
A Look at Classic Buick Models Through the Ages
Building beautiful vehicles is something that Buick has always been known for. Since its founding in 1899 by David Dunbar Buick and Walter L. Marr, Buick has stood for quality, a value the brand has upheld for over a century. Today’s Buick is known for a lineup of amazing SUVs; responsible for vehicles such as […]
Looking Back at the Fords That Defined the 1970s
Looking back at the 1970s and some of the vehicles that have become synonymous with that decade is a fun trip down the walkway known as nostalgia. After all, it’s interesting to see where trends and sensibilities were decades ago, and how much they differ from what’s considered socially acceptable in the modern day and […]
Selling a Collector Car 101
Here’s the situation, you’ve got that blue 1963 Nova SS convertible in your garage. As much as you enjoy showing it off to people who pay you a visit, it’s just not practical to own anymore. Sure, it looks great, but it’s more akin to an albatross around your neck than an actual extension of […]
Famous Ford Models That Changed History
Because classic cars are part of American culture, and Ford has been a major player in forming that culture, I thought it would be interesting to build a list of Ford models that have contributed to automotive history. So many cars built by Ford remain exemplars of how automobiles have utterly changed American life, making […]
A History of the Innovation and Capability of the Pickup Truck
Few people are likely to consider the origin of the pickup truck when they browse the lot at a Ford dealership, but a quick look at its history shows just how far trucks have come since their debut in the early 1900s. The history of the pickup truck is rife with automakers that like to […]
Money for Muscle: 6 Classic Cars That Have Kept Their Value
There comes a time in everyone’s life when we must endeavor to let go of the things that we have held on to. Relics of our past, trophies from our glory days––the things that remind us of times when we were young and free. Some of the most common items that we hold onto for […]
8 Classic Cars Loved by Hollywood
Cars are rarely an appreciating asset, but every so often, a classic will fetch a gargantuan price at auction and capture the attention of the world, prompting classic car owners to wonder, is it time to sell my car? A lot of things can drive up the price of classic cars, like their rarity or […]
The Coolest Buicks of All Time
A quick peek at Buick’s website today or a drive by a GM dealer reveals a delightful lineup of luxurious yet attainable SUVs and crossovers. There’s nothing unusual about that, given that the sedan is quickly becoming a thing of the past, much like the VCR or the home phone. But there was a time, […]
Our Favorite Cars of the ‘90s
The 1990s represent a golden age of sorts for vehicles. Vehicle manufacturers were cranking out high-quality cars left and right, and the Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) was especially enjoying exponential growth. Cars weren’t just vehicles, they were a culture and way of life, and that culture had never been more expansive than it was in […]
The 7 Most Awesome Classic Trucks From Popular Action Films
Some cars, trucks, and SUVs become so popular on the market that they find their way frequently into movies, television shows, and other forms of pop culture. Sometimes the reverse happens, and a vehicle is featured in a television program, a movie, or some form of pop-culture media and manages to cement its legacy in […]
Our Favorite Cars of the ‘80s
The 1980s was a rough decade. Rocked by an economic recession, new EPA regulations, and a changing consumer base, vehicle manufacturers had to get with the times or suffer the consequences. The result was a whole slew of cringe-worthy cars, plus some classics that shined amongst the muck. Most big vehicle manufacturers had a little […]