Muscle Cars: A Piece of American History

Restoring classic cars is becoming a popular albeit very expensive hobby. Owners of these classic cars lovingly and passionately restore, drive, and keep these cars in prime condition because these cars are the epitome of automotive style. Classic sports cars timeless and priceless that are like old tunes, vintage wines, or black and white photographs. Cars from the '60s and '70s are especially popular because of their flamboyant design and trademark engine roars that pictures power.

Among hundreds of top car models, two of the most-sought after cars are the Ford Mustang and the Chevrolet Camaro. Muscle cars, as branded by many car lovers, are appreciated for their cars masculinity and strength. Let us talk about these muscle cars to fully understand why countless car enthusiasts are going gaga about it.

The Ford Mustang is the car that started it all. Since its public debut, its sales has been on the rise. After many years, the Mustang is still considered as one of the best cars to grace the automotive industry. Its unveiling created considerable excitement among the American public. During its first 18 months in the market, this car sold over one million units—a legacy that is still respected up to now. Because of these feats, Ford Mustangs are legendary among true car enthusiasts that can never be duplicated. These Mustangs were the first street racing cars that captured the interest of the male population. The Mustang became the inspiration for smaller coupes like the Toyota Celica and the Ford Capri. In addition to these feats, the Ford Mustang has been on the magazine Car and Driver Ten Best list a total of five times: 1983, 1987, 1988, 2005, and 2006. This car won Motor Trend Car of the Year award in 1974 and 1994.

Like the Ford Mustang, the Chevrolet Camaro is one the most applauded car models of all-time and remains a heavy favorite. It is known to being fast and furious on the road. First introduced in 1967, the Camaro remains a favorite among many car aficionados. The first one was a little different from those of later years. In 1968, the design of the Chevrolet Camaro did change more to the body style that most are known for loving so much right now. It remains a fixture in the automotive industry, a symbol of competitive prowess and style.

Classic cars like the Mustang and Camaro are now considered novelty and collectors' items. They are sought out, fixed up, and rumbling down the road in every town across the America, and even all over the world. American muscle cars are a part of the rich history of the United States. No matter how old or young you are, these cars still holds unquestionable bragging rights as well as an instant pass to “coolness.” Nothing else is quite the same as driving an American muscle car. If you happen to own one, it surely would be your interest to improve and revitalize the look and performance of your old car. Thus, you would certainly find ways on how you can rebuild and modify your muscle car.