Howstuffworks "Muscle Cars"

The Muscle Car Channel contains articles and pictures on the big-engine hot rods of each decade. Explore the HowStuffWorks Muscle Car Channel.

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Featured Muscle Cars Article

Buick Muscle Cars

When Buick finally got around to producing genuine muscle cars in 1965, it came as little surprise that they were among the most luxurious of the breed. See profiles of the best Buick muscle cars. More »

> 1969 Hurst/Olds
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MUSCLE CAR INFORMATION

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

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> Ford 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.

> 1969 Plymouth Cuda 440
> 1970 Oldsmobile 4-4-2
> 1968 Dodge Super Bee
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