2/4/12

Plymouth Fury Muscle Car

Nowadays is the era of high technologies. It is hard to believe that some 40 or 50 years ago cars weren’t so perfect as they are today.
In the late 60’s a muscle car does not contain a full size engine and transmission. The new generation of cars with big cubes came with names Impala SS and Galaxie. The compact vehicles wasn’t very profitable for a huge companies. Sure Chevy II, Valiant and Falcon were popular but the real gain was in selling a big cars. Chrysler Corporation was known for theirsuddenly it’s 60” line. It was a turn point in the car industry.
The Fury was the image of the car during that period. This model with dual carbed, special paint and anodized trim gain so much popularity that even Stephen King’s describe it in one of his novels.
Than it was a knockout in vehicle industry. The Plymouth corporation were developing a new small car with asymmetrical styling cues which they roll out in 1962. Later that year Exner drastically scaled down the cars and the asymmetrical details were tossed to make it look cleaner. It lost eight inches and 550 pounds and were presented to public in 1962. But at the same time Galaxie and Impala were still full size and looked not less gorgeous. That was the moment when panic took Chrysler. It turned out that Chevy II became a competitor to a Plymouth Valiant.
Back in 1962 the huge steps to create more perfect car were made. This history experience proves to us that in spite of common thought that the big car were better both the small one and the bigger were competitors in the late 60’s.

1/28/12

Old Muscle Chevrolet Camaro


Of all Camaro models the 69' became the most popular one in its model range that were built. It will be very interesting to mention, that the '69 Camaro reached its high sales just owing to an ordinary accident. New designed Camaro model of the coming year was just not ready for production on time. So instead of the new coming '70 Camaro the producer continued to output the previous year car model till the end of that year. Scarcely anyone knew that such an accident will turn it to one of the most popular cars which will draw ceiling prices in auctions. The '69 Camaro became a classic of an automobile production. It grounded on a lot of causes, but the more likely it was a number of modifications made by Camaro manufacturer. The motorists appraised the advantages of the Indy Pace Car and the 427 powerplant of the following COPO model. The popularity of Camaro grew with the production of a new Z-28 model, that allowed Camaro to reach the level of Trans Am racing cars

Particularly attractive was the new SS Camarothe Super Sport model. Among its features there are special suspension, chrome like hood air intakes, sport stripes, F70x14 tires and five-spoke wheels. The most remarkable features are SS emblems.The Super Sport option was produced in amount of 34932 cars.  
Another appearance package Rally Sport was no less popular among Camaros. The RS option provided special hidden headlights, interesting body striping and wheelhouse molding, a full length black grille and lower parking lights. There were produced totally 37773 RS Camaros. Finally the Camaro combined these two options. The estimated amount of such models is about 10000-15000.

1/25/12

History of Buick Riviera

The first automobile Buick Riviera appeared in 1949 with its the new two-door hardtop, being popular for many years to come. Its look had nothing to do with the other models. Up to 1964 it became very high-priced. Writers and journalists were believed to be aficionados of this personal luxury car. In 1971 there were already 3 generations of Riviera but in spite of this its design still resembled the predecessor with the hood in the shape of a shark and the“boattail” trunk.
The Buick Skylark is a passenger car produced by the Buick . Within seven generations it went through a lot of difficulties but even so it was a tremendous success being made in 6 production runs.And in each run, the design of this car varied signifacantly on account of altering preferences and technology, as well as new kinds of standards carried out over the years.
Buick Century is a car manufactured by the Buick division of General Motors for a line of full-size performance vehicles. It was capable of reaching a speed of 100 mph. Its production was at a standstill for all but half a centuary and then renewed the manufacturing again and pleased drivers with it's reliability and simplicity.
The Buick Wildcat existed from 1963 to 1970. It differed from other cars by the exceptional design, it was really wild like a cat. It underwent some changes.The chassis was made of carbon-fiber and vinyl-ester resin and the body featured a 'lift-up' canopy for entry/exit. This futuristic vehicle has still the same owner Buick today, and remains operational.

1/23/12

Buick Riviera muscle car


In an era of development of motor U.S. vehicles were divided into two main classes: one of them was a sport, it is a world of large engines and high speeds. The second was an elite class of car, expensive trim and presentable. Buick Corporation decides to unite the best qualities of both styles, and in 1963 released on the market model called Riviera. The new model relished the supporters of both classes. Until the mid-90's engine has undergone various changes. Finally, in 1995, Buick has pleased its customers, the new Riviera. Compiled by the old traditions of this model. Reserved, aristocratic salon offers the convenience and organization of sports cars. Moderately aggressive appearance, combined with the practicality and spaciousness of the interior can accommodate up to 5 people without compromising comfort. Under the hood is placed 3.8 liters engine with a capacity of 246 l/sec. Developing 100 km/h in 7/8. With a small 9.8 liter fuel consumption in combined cycle driving. Slightly shorter G-platform increases maneuverability and can give the driver a feeling of freedom and speed simultaneously. Such a model is selected and amateur sports riding, and people with high status and needs. This car is at the same time covers the various customer groups. Young and active teenagers, and their wealthy parents. Based on the ranking of sales of this brand, this is a very successful move Buick engineers have done.

Buick Century muscle car


Buick Century is the smallest representative of cars of mark Buick. Its length makes only 494 and weight - 1520 kg. Since 1997 Buick Century the sedan on a W-platform with a forward control is issued exclusively as the car of a class. The updated design is presented by an aerodynamic body in width of 1847 mm and height 1438 mm, and the powerful motor. The car is more calculated on the American of middle class, it underlines smooth bends of a body, an impressive bumper and integral caps on wheels. Buick Century personifies confidence and calmness. The car is presented in two kinds - Custom and Limited. Version Limited has interior with leather furnish that adds comforts to the car. Body Buick Century passed anticorrosive processing. The car has the V-engine in volume 3,1 l, with capacity of 175 horsepower and with system of cooling of oil, a four-speed transmission. The front suspension is presented in the form of an amortisation rack, the rear independent suspension has a screw spring. Into passive protection of the driver at emergencies and the passenger enters two air cushions and seat belts with inertial reels. In 2004 after long meditations Buick Century has been laid off.