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Muscle Car Information

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The Muscle Cars Information section details some of the histories and manufacturers of high-performance vehicles such AMC, Dodge, Plymouth, Buick, Pontiac and Chevy. See more »

Classic Muscle Cars

Classic Muscle Cars

Classic Muscle Cars are typically defined as high-performance vehicles with powerful engines, most made between 1964 and 1975. Learn about more than 100 of our favorites, including Chevelles, Chargers, Mustangs, Road Runners and GTOs. See more »

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1969 Buick GS 400

While other muscle cars were putting out special editions in 1969, Buick focused on beefing up the engine in its GS 400. Learn more about the optional enhancements in the 1969 Buick GS 400.

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1969 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

It had a very limited production run, but the Camaro ZL1 may have been the fastest muscle car Chevy ever built. Find out more about the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1.

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1967 Buick GS 400

In 1967, Buick's muscle car got a genuine 400-cid V-8 and marked the occasion by a change in name, from Gran Sport to the GS 400. Unfortunately, sales languished. Learn about the Buick GS 400.