This is was our Family Truckster when I was growing up and this picture says so much about our family and the sacrifices my dad made for us.
But remember, it’s all about standards.
And one standard my dad has is no matter what you’re driving, it must be clean and if chrome, it must be shining!
I’m sure there’s a bible verse somewhere saying that…
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We’ve been getting pretty heavy around here lately so now it’s time to post some fun stuff.
We’re going to call this segment, “Cruising Down Memory Lane In My” and if you have some memories cruising and driving the rides featured, please let us know below in the comments section.
First up, the two cars that are responsible for the horsepower wars that we see today, the Buick Regal GN GNX and the Chevy Calloway Vette. Yes, I think the Fox Mustang was mostly responsible for really making performance relative again in the auto industry. However, these two cars brought the BEAST back into the industry for sure.
However, in stock trim, basic stats show why these were definitely the dark ages for ole Vette. Despite its weight advantage, it was getting spanked by a menacing-looking family car!
Yep, even a Buick exists in our family! This one is owned by my brother.
MUSCLE CAR SPECIFICATIONS
Price: $19,000 (1987)
Performance
0-60: 6.1 seconds
0-1/4 mile: 13.85 @99 MPH
Engine
Turbo-charged V6
Horsepower: 245
Torque:355 ft lbs @2000 RPM
Dimensions
Weight: 3800 lbs.
Source: rapidcars.com
Price: $27,999.00 (1987 – Coupe)
Performance
0-60: 6.3 seconds
0-1/4 mile: 15.11@93.8 MPH
Engine
5.7L OHV V8
Horsepower: 240
Torque:345 ft lbs @3200 RPM
Dimensions
Weight: 3216 lbs.
Source: auto.howstuffworks.com
Check out the PDF HERE to see the original article showcasing the battle (and how Milan Dragway looked 20+ years ago!)
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Furious Fathering 