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General Motors was caught flat-footed when Ford introduced the Mustang for the 1964 ½ model year. Sure, the General had built its share of muscle cars in the past — generally they were versions of otherwise plebeian two-doors that a grandmother might drive to church, but with honkin' big V8s under the hood to give them the street cred necessary to appeal to the Baby Boomers coming of age at the time. However, the Mustang was purpose-built, smaller and lighter weight compared to traditional muscle cars, with the visual appeal to attract new buyers who might have otherwise considered a model from an import brand.

5 Facts About The 1970 Pontiac Firebird Probably Only Hardcore Car Fans Know

With several of the coolest looking models, Pontiac made a mark on the muscle car scene. Here, we've got five of its memorable classics.

5 Of The Coolest Looking Classic Muscle Cars Pontiac Ever Made

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In the world of classic muscle cars, the 1969 Pontiac GTO Ram Air IV and the 1970 Plymouth HEMI Cuda stand out as two of the most iconic machines ever to roll out of Detroit. These legendary cars are often pitted against each other in debates about the golden age of American muscle, and now, a drag race has set out to determine which is truly the fastest.

1970 Plymouth HEMI Cuda vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO Ram Air IV

There is something undeniably magical about convertible sports cars. The wind in your hair, the roar of the engine, and the feeling of freedom as you cruise down an open road – it's a driving experience like no other. Over the years, many of these open-top wonders have faded into obscurity, overshadowed by modern marvels and changing tastes. But for those of us who remember the thrill, these lost sports cars hold a special place in our hearts. In this article, we'll take a nostalgic journey through some of the top convertible sports cars that time forgot.

Top 10 Convertible Sports Cars Lost In Time

Fallston, MD

There’s nothing more exhilarating than the throaty sounds of a vintage Trans-Am racer carving its way through a road course as it downshifts into the legendary corkscrew at Laguna Seca Raceway. The scent of race fuel and rubber adds to the adrenalin rush that leaves an indelible mark on anyone who has experienced it. That passion inspired Steve Ramsey of Fallston, Maryland, to create that combination of vintage looks and potent performance in this wicked ’63 Ford Falcon GT. The Falcon’s diminutive size made it a perfect model to transform into a modern-day Trans-Am-style asphalt-burner by packing every inch of it with a speed shop’s-worth of go-fast goods and making it ferocious on the street, road course, or even the dragstrip, while delivering plenty of dependability.

This Supercharged Coyote-Swapped Ford Falcon Combines GT Looks with a Road Race Aesthetic

Pontiac is known for making some legendary muscle cars and sports cars before GM dumped it in 2009, but did the brand ever make a truck? Well, kind of.

Did Pontiac Ever Make A Truck? Here's What We Know

Blanco, TX

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Debuting in 1982, the third-generation Chevrolet Camaro experienced a sales rollercoaster throughout the 1980s. The first two years saw a surge in popularity, with sales jumping from 189,000 units to 261,000 units. However, the trend wouldn’t continue. Sales plummeted to a mere 96,000 units in 1988. Despite a slight...

Rare 1989 Chevy Camaro Convertible with 13K Miles Emerges on eBay: A Time Capsule Classic

Pontiac's V8 engines powered a generation of iconic muscle cars, but are they all the same and is there a way to easily identify what kind you have?

Are All Pontiac V8 Engine Blocks The Same? Here's How To Identify Them

A surprise champion emerged from the muscle car pack in 1964 the Pontiac GTO. Introduced as an optional package for the midsize LeMans, the GTO defied Pontiac’s modest sales target of 5,000 units by a staggering margin, moving an impressive 32,450 in its debut year. This unexpected success story...

1964 Pontiac GTO Tri-Power: Rare Classic to Headline Mecum’s Florida Auction

Though the Ford Pinto was once an incredibly popular entity among car shoppers, it also became one of the more notorious automotive models in history thanks to a number of rear-end accidents that led to fires, a massive recall, and new federal safety standards that eventually fixed that particular problem. Though it has long been the butt (no pun intended) of quite a few jokes as a result, the Ford Pinto has since seen a bit of a resurgence at various collection car auctions, and now, we have another interesting example to bid on.

1979 Ford Pinto Pony Wagon With 26K Miles Up For Auction

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	In 2016, I had the privilege of sitting next to renowned automotive designer Marcello Gandini at a dinner hosted by Lamborghini in celebration of the 50th anniversary of its iconic Miura. We talked, through an Italian interpreter, about coachbuilder Bertone’s first design for the Raging Bull marque in 1966, penned by the then-28-year-old Gandini. To my surprise, he humbly confessed to having some reservations about a few details of what is, inarguably, the most beautiful Lamborghini ever made. Imagine Leonardo saying, “Her mouth was a little crooked, actually,” in reference to his Mona Lisa masterwork. Mustangs, Miatas, and Packards: Here's...

This 1970 Lamborghini Miura Was Kept in a Living Room for 40 Years. Now It Could Fetch $2.5 Million at Auction.

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A meticulously restored 1966 Shelby Mustang GT350, known for its Candy Apple Red finish and racing heritage, is now available for bidding on Bring a Trailer. Initially delivered to Marv Tonkin Ford in Portland, Oregon on February 25, 1966, this legendary muscle car has remained predominantly within Oregon until its current owner acquired it in Washington in 2005. Following an extensive refurbishment completed in 2006, the vehicle showcases its factory color complemented by striking white racing stripes. This GT350 features a 289ci HiPo V8 engine paired with a T-10 four-speed manual transmission, promising an authentic and exhilarating driving experience.

Iconic 1966 Shelby Mustang GT350 Up for Auction on Bring a Trailer

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The global economic collapse is adversely affecting relationships. Some zodiac signs are struggling to pick partners who will stand by them when they are financially unstable. The zodiac greatly affects people’s character. However, it isn’t the only thing you should consider when choosing a lover. Select someone who is understanding and you are compatible. This might be time-consuming but it is worth it. Which reliable zodiac signs are ideal to start a long-term relationship with?

4 Zodiac Signs Who Always Stand Up For Their Partner

The Chevy Corvette for 1963 received a complete redesign, including an independent rear suspension with transverse leaf spring, wider arched fenders, hidden headlights, and first-ever coupe variant with a split rear window. The new Corvette Sting Ray ditched the previous generation’s Safety Girder X-Frame in favor of a perimeter-style design, an enclosed cargo area as opposed to the previous trunk, and a center spine (much like that of a stingray) that arced rearward from the top of the windshield or the leading edge of the rear deck on convertibles.

Blue 1963 Chevy Corvette Split-Window Coupe For Sale on BaT

Commemorating a legendary competitor, the 2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Le Monstre special edition pays homage to the audacious 1950 Cadillac Series 61 that tore up the Le Mans track. Nicknamed “Le Monstre” (French for “The Monster”), the original race car embodied power and innovation. Packing a 331-cubic-inch V8 under its...

2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing Le Monstre: Inspired by the 1950 Le Mans Racer

Cien, Elmiraj, Escala, Ciel–need I go on? I'm afraid that I have to because Cadillac has unearthed yet another stunning concept left on the proverbial cutting room floor. It doesn't have a name but we do know this "expressive coupe" was an internal design exercise. A comprehensive one we might add because the designers also drew up an interior.

Cadillac Should've Built This Gorgeous Coupe

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

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Remember a time when you could get a manual gearbox in an all-wheel drive car and send it down a dusty trail for maximum fun? Those were the good days, and when rally racing and hot hatches hit their peak in the 1980s and 1990s, nothing made you feel more like a rally driver than the combination of AWD and a manual gearbox. But times have changed, the manual has fallen out of favor, and hot hatches, well, while there were once nearly a dozen or more to choose from, we're now down to just three or four genuine contenders. But of those that still remain, only one gives you that combination of a shift-it-yourself gearbox and drive to all four corners: the Toyota GR Corolla.

There's Only One Manual, All-Wheel Drive Hot Hatch Left In America For 2025

In July 2024, Chevy Traverse lease deals are available on the 2024 Chevy Traverse Limited and all-new, next-generation 2024 Chevy Traverse. No other discounts or incentives are available on the full-size, three-row crossover. Chevrolet Traverse Incentives. Chevy Traverse lease offers in July 2024 are as follows:. 2024 Traverse Limited LT...

Chevy Traverse Lease Deals Available In July 2024

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We Render A Modern-Day 2025 Pontiac GTO Coupe

The Pontiac GTO drifted off into the sunset in 2006 after five generations on the market, much to the dismay of enthusiasts around the world. Often...

We Render A Modern-Day 2025 Pontiac GTO Coupe

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