But it was Carroll Shelby put out in front of the crowds to demo the prototype as pace car for the Indy 500 that year, and Shelby whose fingerprints are all over the Viper. If not to quite the same extent as the Cobra. You see, while the Viper was Lutz’s brainchild brought to life by a small team within a large corporation, the Cobra was Shelby’s idea from start to finish.

Shelby Cobra vs Dodge Viper: two American icons battle it out... in Britain

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Deep-pocketed visitors to this year’s Monterey Car Week will have an opportunity to own both a piece of Hollywood history and a piece of automotive industry. Spoiler alert: they’re one and the same. Writing at Road & Track, Stephen Rivers has more details on the upcoming sale of McQueen’s own 1963 Shelby 289 Cobra Roadster — a vehicle that, Rivers notes, would already command a high price even before factoring in the “driven by a movie star” factor.

Steve McQueen’s Shelby 289 Cobra Will Be Sold at Auction

Monterey, CA

Many factors raise a car to collectible status: its manufacturing date and process, equipment, and even its ownership history. The 1963 Shelby 289 Cobra is a prime example, a masterpiece of British and American engineering, bearing the signature of a legendary automotive figure. Already a coveted asset regardless of condition...

1963 Shelby 289 Cobra Driven by Steve McQueen: Iconic Collector’s Car Heads to Auction with an Estimated Value of $1.25-$1.5 Million

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The Ford Mustang needs no introduction, and in 2024, it is somewhat in a class of its own. It returned for 2024 with its V8 engine intact and even better than before, refusing to follow the Chevy Camaro and Dodge Challenger to the grave. Ford already gave us the Shelby Mustang GT500, it unveiled the GT3 race car and even gave the world the Mustang Dark Horse.

How Ford's 800-HP Factory Mustang Is Going To Embarrass Supercars

New Haven, CT

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He was born on April 2, 1949, in New Haven, Connecticut, and died of a heart attack at only 63 on August 14, 2012, in Palm Beach Gardens. His birth name was Ronald Gabriel Paolillo, but his stage name was Ron Palillo who was best known as Arnold Dingfelder Horshack on TV's hit 1970s sitcom, Welcome Back, Kotter.

The Tragic Death of 'Welcome Back, Kotter' Actor Ron Palillo: A Look Back

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Low mileage, and comprehensive documentation—a rare opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts. Presenting an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a meticulously restored 1967 Shelby GT500 Mustang, a highly coveted blue-chip investment-grade vehicle. This remarkable Shelby, VIN #67411F9A02611, is a prime example of automotive craftsmanship and historical significance, making it a prized possession for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Immaculate 1967 Shelby GT500 Fastback Offered for Sale

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The muscle car era defined no automobile manufacturer quite like Pontiac, and its Firebird was the peak. There are some similar cars out there, though.

5 Muscle Cars Like The Pontiac Firebird (And What They're Worth Today)

The 1965 Pontiac GTO, often miscredited as the muscle car era’s pioneer, remains an enduring symbol of automotive prowess and style. This particular 1965 hardtop exemplifies the art of tasteful modification, transcending the standard model’s appeal. Its custom “Goldmine Pearl” paint, a luminous departure from the factory Capri Gold, imbues the car with a distinctive warmth that fascinates under sunlight.

The 1965 Pontiac GTO: A Custom Goldmine Pearl Masterpiece Showcasing Classic Muscle Car Elegance and Performance

The Dodge Super Bee introduced in 1968 alongside its Plymouth counterpart, the Road Runner, offered enthusiasts a relatively affordable path to HEMI V8 power. While the Road Runner ultimately outsold the Super Bee, the latter has developed a strong collector following. Typically, HEMI-powered examples command six-figure sums at auction, with select A12 Six Pack cars also reaching this benchmark.

The 1970 Dodge Super Bee in Rare Pink Panther Paint: A Six-Figure Auction Success and What It Means for Collectors

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

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In his younger years, Iron Mike Tyson had a thing for fast cars, fast living, and fast decisions— habits that frequently landed him in trouble. […]

How Many Times Did Mike Tyson Give Away Bentleys to Stop From Getting Arrested In 1988? Boxer Dished Wild Car Stories of His Youth

Rare 1969 Dodge Charger General Lee, the only one to jump off-screen, set for auction. What’s a General Lee? To car enthusiasts, it’s not just a defeated commander of the Confederate Army during the American Civil War, but rather a 1969 Dodge Charger that became a television legend. The "General Lee," famously driven by the Duke boys in "The Dukes of Hazzard," remains an iconic symbol of American muscle cars. While over 300 Chargers were wrecked during the show's filming, only seventeen screen cars are accounted for today. However, these weren’t the only General Lees ever made.

1969 Dodge Charger General Lee Promo Car Set for Auction

Hot rodders owe a debt of gratitude to Pontiac, GM’s step-up brand from entry-level Chevrolet, for creating the muscle car segment pretty much from whole cloth in 1964. For his role in creating the GTO—an affordable midsized car with a larger 389ci V-8 from full-sized Pontiacs—chief engineer John Z. DeLorean was elevated to Pontiac division head in 1965. After getting off to an amazing start in 1964 (interestingly, the idea was to hide the large engine option, burying it in paperwork) with 32,450 being built, the GTO’s popularity peaked in 1966, with 96,946 units produced. When a revised intermediate A-body was introduced for 1968, sales rebounded again with 87,684 being sold. Nevertheless, by 1972, the last year of the GM A-body platform, GTO sales had slipped to just 5,807.

The GTO That Time Forgot! 1973 Pontiac GTO Colonnade

The refreshed midsize pickup can tow more and can be optioned with a 6-foot bed. Nissan hasn't said how much the updated 2025 Frontier will cost when it arrives later this summer. Nissan's Frontier midsize pickup was redesigned for 2022 but an updated version is just around the corner. Revealed...

2025 Nissan Frontier gains new look, bigger infotainment screen

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The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

The Maserati Quattroporte (referred to as QP from here on) has been around for more than six decades, but its run has finally come to an end. The automaker recently delivered the last of its long-running four-door sports car to an American enthusiast, calling it the Grand Finale model. Carrying...

Maserati Has Delivered Its Final Quattroporte

One of the most common discourses surrounding the automobile is whether or not cars can be considered art. The answer is that obviously they are, you idiots, but that’s besides the point. Perhaps the most compelling argument for car as art is the Lamborghini Miura, widely regarded as one the most beautiful cars ever made. One owner agreed so much that he kept his brown Miura in his living room for four decades, and now it’s going up for auction through Gooding & Company.

Unrestored Lamborghini Miura Spent 40 Years As Furniture In Its Owner's Living Room

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This article uses AI writing tools to improve quality. Friendships are built on trust, loyalty, and mutual respect. However, not everyone is as genuine as they appear. Some zodiac signs might struggle with being completely honest in their friendships, sometimes leading to insincerity.

3 Zodiac Signs That Fake Friendship

Okay, that headline might be a bit much to digest, so let’s break it down. Ferrari built just four examples of the 410 S. This one is believed to the initial development car that transitioned to privateer racing use. Carroll Shelby, driving for privateer car owner Tony Parravano, won with it at Palm Springs in 1956.

One-off Ferrari 410 driven to victory by Carroll Shelby

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Shelby Cobra allegedly owned by Steve McQueen heads to auction

Any original Shelby Cobra will typically bring in the big bucks at auction, but an example coming up for sale was allegedly owned by Hollywood legend...

Shelby Cobra allegedly owned by Steve McQueen heads to auction

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