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Inside the Dodge 440 Magnum V8, 1967-71

Posted on December 18, 2025 by MCG

With 440 cubic inches and nearly 500 lb-ft of torque, the Dodge 440 Magnum V8 was a leading player on the ’60s muscle car scene. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler B-series V8, Chrysler Corporation, Chrysler RB-series V8, Dodge, Dodge 440 Magnum V8

Goodbye AMC Hornet, Hello 1978 Concord

Posted on December 17, 2025 by MCG

For 1978, American Motors moved the compact Hornet platform upmarket, gave it a new exterior look, and created the more luxurious Concord. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1978 AMC Concord, AMC Concord, AMC Hornet, American Motors

One Year Only: The 1971 Mustang Boss 351

Posted on December 16, 2025 by MCG

The 1971 Boss 351 was one of the quickest Mustangs produced in its day, but it remained in the lineup for only a single year. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1971 Mustang Boss 351, Ford, Ford 351C V8, Ford Motor Company

1974: The Last Pontiac GTO (For a While)

Posted on December 14, 2025 by MCG

In 1974, Pontiac produced its last GTO. Or so it seemed at the time, but the muscle car concept was briefly resurrected 30 years later.

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Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1974 Pontiac GTO, Pontiac, Pontiac GTO

Paradigm Shift: Pontiac for 1955

Posted on December 13, 2025 by MCG

Pontiac came to market in 1955 with an all-new car that offered genuine appeal to a broader and younger audience. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1955 Pontiac, General Motors, Pontiac, Pontiac Strato-Steak V8

Chevy’s Mightiest Small-Block V8: the 1964-65 375 HP L84

Posted on December 10, 2025 by MCG

The most powerful of the first-generation small-block Chevy V8s was the L84 available in 1964-65 Corvettes, boasting 327 cubic inches and 375 horsepower. Let’s dig into the details. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Chevrolet, Chevrolet Corvette, Chevrolet L84 V8, Chevrolet Small-Block V8

The Plymouth Class of 1956

Posted on December 9, 2025 by MCG

For 1956, Plymouth introduced a fresh take on the sensational Forward Look design theme of 1955 called Flight Sweep styling. Now with fins!    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1956 Plymouth, Chrysler, Chrysler Corporation, Plymouth

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