Car Models

Gale Halderman was instrumental in the creation of the first Ford Mustang, sketching the final prototype and overseeing the production of a full-scale model. Read his first-hand account of the process.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

Carroll Shelby was as temperamental as his customized Mustangs were powerful in the 1960s. See how his supercharged cars were a hit for Ford and how he then broke away from the company.

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It was the newest thing in showrooms and American culture and everyone seemed enthralled by it -- except for a couple of reviewers. Learn how the 1965 and 1966 Ford Mustang became such hot sellers.

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It was a long journey from the idea of a sleek American sports car to the first Ford Mustang. Learn about the many dead ends and how worried Ford execs settled on the right formula.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

A flying-car-style rescue vehicle called X-Hawk could be on the market as early as 2012. If it's successful it could be the proof-of-concept that opens the doors to other flying cars still in the development stage but nearing marketability.

By Julia Layton

The Honda Accord was introduced to the U.S. market in the 1977 model year and quickly became a hit with consumers. Find out why and get detailed information about the Honda Accord in every model year.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

Looking for ways to further improve fuel-economy, manufacturers are exploring enhancements to the basic hybrid concept. One promising avenue is the plug-in hybrid car. Learn all about plug-in hybrid cars including their many benefits.

By Tom Appel

The 1966 Shelby Cobra 427 Super Snake made history on January 21 selling for a record $5.5 million. Learn why this sports car was such a hot commodity and see photos of it.

By the Auto Editors of Consumer Guide

Perhaps the toughest little overachiever ever to harass the traditional muscle intermediates was Chevy's Nova Super Sport. Learn about the 1967 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova SS in this muscle car profile.

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When General Motors authorized engines up to 400 cid in its intermediate cars, Buick seized the chance to create its first muscle car, the 1965 Buick Skylark Gran Sport. Learn about this muscle car.

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A blend of sports car and muscle car, the 1967 Shelby GT 500 succeeded in satisfying a maturing taste for high performance. Learn more about the 1967 Shelby GT 500 in this muscle car profile.

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Plymouth addressed the need for a unified performance image in 1967 with an executive-class hot rod that leaned a little on the Poncho for its name: the Plymouth Belvedere GTX. Learn about this muscle car.

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The Dodge Charger 500 was built to win at the track. But the Daytona version, with its massive rear spoiler, was more memorable. Check out photos and specs of the 1969 Dodge Charger 500 and Daytona.

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Plymouth got a version of the Chrysler muscle car with the giant rear wing in 1970, and the Road Runner Superbird would not be soon forgotten. Check out photos and specs of the 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Superbird.

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Small-block engines in the 1971 Chevelle line signalled changing times for muscle cars, but big-block power was still available. Find out what was under the hood of a 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454.

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With a bright gold stripe proclaiming its glorious return, a Hurst-modified Olds 4-4-2 muscle car enjoyed its second season in 1969. Check out the performance numbers on the 1969 Hurst/Olds.

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With a 440-cubic-inch engine that had three carburetors and flashy styling, the 1969 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack was a truly complete muscle car. Learn more about the souped-up offerings in the 1969 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack.

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The Fairlane Cobra was a surprising muscle car: It didn’t look as good as others in its class, but it performed better than Ford’s typical fare. Learn about the 1969 Ford Fairlane Cobra 428.

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The 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 had a race-inspired engine, a specially tuned suspension, and fine handling. Despite all that, this muscle car was a bust in the showroom. Find out why.

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It was noisy, it was rough, it was everything buyers wanted in a muscle car. Find out more about the engine that made the 1969 Plymouth Road Runner Hemi so popular.

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In the turbulent '60s, Pontiac wanted a fun-loving muscle car that knew how to drop the gavel on its competition. Find out how they got it in the 1969 Pontiac GTO Judge.

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Other Chevy dealers modified their Camaro muscle cars, but one got his built at the factory after installing a 427-cubic-inch Corvette engine. Find out more about Don Yenko and his 1969 Yenko Camaro 427.

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Ford found much success on the NASCAR circuit in the 1960s, but its Talladega model in 1969 was one of the best of all. Find out how the 1969 Ford Talladega captured the NASCAR crown.

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The Mustang Mach 1 gave Ford a peppy muscle car in 1969, but the 428-cubic-inch Cobra Jet version was a star. Check out photos and specs of the 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 428 Cobra Jet.

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The Firebird Trans Am is one of Pontiac’s most significant muscle cars, and it began humbly in 1969 as an option package. Find out more about the 1969 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am.

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