Chevrolet Camaro Restoration

One of the most popular muscle cars to have come out of the assembly lines of America’s car factories is the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro. This particular car contains many features that people consider to be a central part of a muscle car such as a powerful engine and street race ready looks. For this reason, Chevrolet Camaro Restoration has became extremely popular in all year model cars.
The 1969 Chevy Camaro is one of the most easily recognized models of muscle car. During the muscle car era, Chevrolet was able to hit exactly the right note when they created the 1969 Chevy Camaro. Designed to be more aggressive looking and available with higher power than the earlier 1967 and 1968 models of the Chevrolet Camaro, the 1969 model of the Chevrolet Camaro blew away the competition. The 1969 Chevrolet Camaro features a design that was only used in the 1969 model year. This made the Chevy Camaro a very rare muscle car which, of course made it very popular for muscle car enthusiasts who restore classic muscle cars. Performance wise, the Chevrolet Camaro was also very fast on the road and featured powerful engines. Straight out of the factory, 1969 Chevrolet Camaro cars performed quite well. However, performance wise, there were still a few muscle car competitors that performed better than the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro but enthusiasts of the car soon installed better engines and other parts into the car and made the car even more powerful than it already was.
1969 Chevrolet Camaro restoration work is one of the more popular restoration work being done by classic muscle car enthusiasts. The unique design of the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro has made it a very popular car for restoration. Because of 1969 Chevrolet Camaro restoration, many classic car shops sell parts for the 1969 Chevrolet Camaro. This makes the work of 1969 Chevrolet Camaro restoration that much easier. The best place to look for parts for 1969 Chevrolet Camaro restoration is through the internet. A large number of 1969 Chevrolet Camaro restoration parts can be found online. Online shops that offer 1969 Chevrolet Camaro restoration parts also offer lower prices in comparison to regular shops.

67 Camaros – They Started A Legend

The 1967 Camaro is one of the greatest muscle cars ever designed. I consider it a work of art, an outstanding example of automobile engineering, and as American as apple pie! It set a standard that cars of today can’t match.
The Camaro is like a good looking woman, it is shaped just right. The long hood and short deck styling makes the car seem like it is moving fast even when the car is sitting still. You can almost imagine it tearing down the road even when at rest. Muscle car power is at its maximum.
In 1966, Chevrolet countered the Ford Mustang with its version of its own muscle car. In the month of September 1966, the 67 Camaro was released to the world. The new “pony car” was a phenomenal hit. Even now, Camaros are still in production.
When it was introduced, the 67 Camaro was the only first generation Camaro to not have the RPO-Z28 Special Performance Package and the 396-cid displacement engine for SS models. Other distinquishing features include: lack of side marker lights, no front quarter windows, VIN tag mounted in door hinge pillar, center console, and had side-vent windows.
Camaros have held their own in value over the years, and are very popular with classic car collectors. Even in poor condition, a 67 Camaro is often priced at about $8,000. In fact, a Z28 in excellent condition is bringing close to $60,000 today. It is a classic car that really holds its value.
The 1967 Camaro was built on brand new rear-wheel drive GM F-body platform. The body was available as a 2-door, coupe, 2 2 seating, or a convertible.
The 67 Camaros came factory in a choice of the inline-6 and the 302, 350, 396 engines or the powerful 396 V8. Let me tell you, the 396 motor can burn tires like nobody’s business. It is a big boy’s toy, thats for sure. In the hands of teenage boy, it will peel off 15 foot black rubber marks regularly from sitting still. It is a hoss.
The 67 Camaro is a treat to drive. It not only looks like a real man’s car, but it is also a great ride. With great handling and performance, this classic muscle car is a thrill to own. If you decide to buy one, you will be glad you did.

by Dan Chan

1994 Pontiac Trans Am 25th anniversary leather seats

The year 1994 marked the 25 years of Pontiac’s production of muscle cars despite the many economic, environmental, political, and ecological challenges that the company has encountered ever since they have started producing magnificent muscle cars in 1969. 2,000 units of 25th Anniversary editions of the 1994 Pontiac Trans Am were built to commemorate this special event of Pontiac history. Among its number of modifications the 1994 Pontiac Trans Am 25th anniversary leather seats was one of the highlights.

Adding to its sporty image were its distinctive front design, and a rear spoiler with sporty wheels and tires. These special models were finished in a bright white exterior with a center blue racing stripe, including a special Firebird emblem on the hood, and the beautifully designed 1994 Pontiac Trans Am 25th anniversary leather seats. With the Trans Ams expected performance potential, it reassures customers to know that it is equipped with state of the art safety features such as the dual front airbags, three-point seat belts, anti-lock braking system with four-wheel ventilated discs, pass-key anti-theft system, and a 5-mph bumpers.

The 1994 Trans Am model maintains its low and wide stance, with a white finish theme that is highlighted by a broad deep blue racing stripe and a 25th mark painted on each of the doors in front of the Trans Am logo. The 1994 Pontiac Trans Am 25th anniversary leather seats on the front are manually adjustable. The front bucket seats are practically supportive but low, compared to the rear ones which are pretty snug. The vehicle received so many compliments not just due to its outside appearance but also a lot of credits were due to the comfort that the 1994 Pontiac Trans Am 25th anniversary leather seats provided.

So many features were included such as a CD player, a T-top, and a four-speed automatic transmission. Complimenting the 1994 Pontiac Trans Am 25th anniversary leather seats that can be folded down for added storage was the leather covered tilt steering wheel that has a convenient remote control for the high-fidelity 10-speaker sound system. Aside from this, the 1994 Trans Am package include the remote keyless entry, power windows, as well as doors and rear hatch release. The production of the 25th anniversary Trans Am indeed provided excitement living up to its slogan “We Build Excitement” along with superb handling, comfort, convenience, safety, and fun.

Getting to know the Pontiac Trans Am

The Pontiac Trans Am was a specialty package for the Firebird created by the Pontiac division of General Motors between the years 1967 and 2002. The Pontiac was basically marketed by General Motors as an athletic brand, or a muscle car, specializing in popular vehicles focused on performance. Trans Am or Trans-American series was created by the Sports Car Club of America which is a sanctioning body, formed in 1944, for road racing, rally, and autocross in the United States.

Minor modifications of how the Firebird looks such as exclusive hoods, spoilers, and wheels, as well as upgrading its handling, suspension, and horsepower, were the basic features included with the Pontiac Trans Am. It became known then as the Pontiac Firebird Trans Am to many car enthusiasts. Trans-am is a registered trademark by the SCCA, thereby in combining the name with Firebird; General Motors pay $5 to SCCA with each car that gets sold.

These Firebird Pontiac Trans Am cars were built on the F-body platform which means that it is a rear-wheel drive automobile, with four distinct generations produced from 1969 to the year 2002. 1969 was the year for the first generation to be made available to the public, 1970 to 1981 were the years for the second generation, third generation would be during the years 1982 to 1992, and the fourth generation was from the model years 1993 to 2002. These Firebird vehicles of Pontiac gained much popularity in its time that they were featured in some popular movies and television shows. For example, a movie in 1977 titled Smokey and the Bandit, a second generation Pontiac Trans Am car was featured. Another instance was when one of the members of the third generation was shown in the 1984 movie titled Alphabet City; and in the famous television series the Knight Rider, KITT which was the name of the talking car that the main character Michael Knight drives, was actually a modified third generation Pontiac Trans Am car.

The Pontiac Trans Am cars in general have instruments like speedometer, tachometer, fuel level, water temperature, and more. Most of the different generations have good fuel and luggage capacity. They have their own spoilers that cup the air, which is considered by most to be one of the few cars that feature a more efficient spoiler. It is by retaining its individuality through its unique styling that these cars became one of the most sought after vehicles of its time.

The Rise & Fall of First Generation Mustangs

The Mustang is a sports car model that was manufactured by the Ford Motor Company. Overall, Ford sold 1,288,557 first generation Mustangs. The initial design of the Ford Mustang was based on the Ford Falcon. The Ford Falcon had been a big success for Ford at first, but had to be phased out as sales dropped. This is where the Mustang came in.

The date was March 9, 1964. This was the day of the genesis of the Ford Mustang. The Ford Mustang was born and it grabbed the attention of that generation and many to come after. Since that time, the Mustang aim has become synonymous with American values as apple pie and Lee Greenwood. Introduced to the world at the New York World's Fair on April 17, 1964, it became Ford's most successful launch since the model A! The Ford Mustang is the only original pony car to maintain continuous production from its beginning until now. There is still high demand for the Mustang, even in this economy.

The first Mustang generation was considered in the "pony car" class of cars. In order to call the first mustang the mother of pony cars, we need to define what a pony car is. A pony car is a coupe that has long hoods and short rear decks. The Mustang was the purest form of the pony car, and became a highly popular type of car design. Because of the rise of this extremely popular car, competitors began coming out with their own versions to this look. Many cars came out of this period of automotive history such as the Camaro, Barracuda, Javelin, Firebird, Cougar, Challenger, and later the foreign-made Toyota Celica.

I have a slick looking 73 Ford Mustang when I was a teenager. My dad gave the car to me as a teenager who had just turned 16. I don't know why even trusted me with a car, especially a Mustang!

In 1989, I sold my first 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1. Boy... do I wish I had that car back. Only now can I see what a treasure my first-generation Mustang was to me. Since then I have not come across another 73 Mustang that look exactly like mine but I will keep looking. It will always be in my heart.

2002 Pontiac Trans Am, the Last Generation!

The fourth generation production of Pontiac Trans Am was from the years 1993 up to 2002, where they continued to generate F-body vehicles with the aerodynamic formula. Banshee IV was the overall car concept of this generation’s style, while the previous one was the Face Lift concept. The last of its produce was the 2002 Pontiac Trans Am.

Going back to its 9-year generation, it was restyled a bit similar to the Chevrolet Camaro, where Pontiac’s rear-drive hatchback arrived with base, formula, and Trans Am character. The new 2002 Pontiac Trans Am, including its cousins within the same generation measured two inches wider, couple inches taller, and around a half inch longer compared to the previous generation, but it retained the same type and style of wheels. Antilock braking and dual airbags installed was standard for the entire generation as well as the rust or dent resistant composite used for most outer body panels for optimum durability. 3.4L V6 was the base engine used with a rating of one hundred sixty horsepower, 5-speed manual gearbox was standard with base model, and four-speed automatic was optional.

The 2002 Pontiac Trans Am which was the model for its last year of production, came with power windows, modernized locks, mirrors, and antenna. Since this year was the 35th celebration of Pontiac’s production of muscle cars, they have created a commemorative specialty vehicle that was considered a Collectors edition of the 2002 Pontiac Trans Am. Special paint scheme, detailed interior appointments, special edition emblems, and the raw power of the Trans Am’s WS6 performance and handling package were just some of the unique elements that came with the Collectors edition. They only produced 2,000 units of the Collectors Edition offered to enthusiasts during the milestone year of the Pontiac muscle cars.

The 2002 Pontiac Trans Am Collector Edition sported a brilliant yellow paint scheme with two black racing stripe designs running from the hood of the vehicle and continues to wrap around the car’s doors and rear quarter panels that gave the car a simply amazing appearance. Coupled with a two-tone collector yellow and black treatment on the rear of the vehicle with the Collector Edition and Trans Am nameplates accent the lower doors. Owners of the vehicle would enjoy exclusive interior trim appointments that highlight the famous design cues of the Firebird and Trans Am through the years. Ebony leather wraps the seats of the car with Collector Edition logos embroidered on the headrests. Collector Edition logos are also present on the front floor mats and the trophy shelf mat, and as a finishing touch to the vehicle’s interior, a special Collector Edition owner’s portfolio is also placed inside. The production of the Collector edition was definitely timely since it ended the last generation of the Pontiac Trans Am with a big bang.

Using Ford Mustangs on Your Bank Checks

Few cars have inspired as much devotion as the Ford Mustang. Since being introduced to the public in 1964 at the World's Fair, they have become of the most sought after vehicles for more than 30 years. Today, there is no better way to show off your love and admiration of the car then to carry their image on your personal bank checks.

A true American powerhouse lies beneath the hood of a Ford Mustang. Here in the United States, cars are more a necessity than a luxury, but that doesn't mean that we take our cars for granted. Instead, we are eternally devoted to our vehicles.

The Ford Mustang represents what many people think America epitomizes: power, freedom, and beauty. The sleek, almost sexy, design of the Ford Mustang hides its impressive power. The exciting feel of the road as the Mustang convertible speeds down the highway can be appealing to most people, especially car enthusiasts.

Not just commanding, but the Ford Mustang is held responsible for creating the "pony car." Pony cars contain short decks and long hoods. There have been other pony cars after the Ford Mustang, but it is the only one that has been in continuous production since it first began.

The Ford Mustang personal checks can be a reflection of your own unbridled spirit, as well as prove to be a memorable form of an expression of your personality. Plain white bank checks are boring, but you're sure to be remembered with something as classic as a Ford Mustang convertible image.

There are several different images that can be found on the Ford Mustang personal checks. From the classic 1964 Ford Mustang convertible to the 1978 Ford Mustang Cobra and recent models, there is an image to suit everyone's tastes. Many Mustang checks come in rotating images as well, meaning that the next check image will be different than the one you just wrote out. This way, you don't have to make a decision about which image you want!

You can also purchase matching address labels, as well as a coordinating black leather checkbook cover. The checkbook cover is as sleek as the car itself, with the Ford Mustang emblem etched onto the front.

For check formats, you can order the traditional top-tear checks, as well as the duplicate checks. Duplicate checks are great because they leave behind a carbon copy of every check that you write. This can be helpful when it comes to your record-keeping.

It used to be expensive and not very time friendly to order personal checks if you went to your local bank branch. However, thanks to the internet you don' have to go through that process anymore. Today, by ordering online, you can save as much as 50% on the cost of checks. All you need are your bank account and routing numbers. It generally takes about 5 days to receive the checks, which is what you would wait if you got them from your bank. Best of all, by doing a search online you can look at a variety of images from the comfort of your own home.

History of the Buick Grand National, T-Type and GNX.

1982 started off what would be a short history of the Buick Grand National in the making.  The Grand National got its name from the NASCAR Grand National racing series.  The Buick Grand National  came with a naturally aspirated 4.1 Liter 6 cylinder engine well capable of 125 horsepower at 4000 rpm’s and 205 lb·ft of torque at 2000 rpm’s.  There was also an optional turbocharged version that produced 175 horsepower  at 4000 rpm’s and 275 lb·ft of torque at 2600 rpm‘s. 

There were only 215 Buick Grand Nationals that were produced in 1982.  Grand Nationals that were turbocharged were extremely rare.  The Buick Regal Sport Coupe package came with the turbocharged engine, of which only 2022 were produced.  In 1983, there was not a Grand National produced.  Instead, the Sport Coupe model was renamed the T-Type.  There were only 3732 T-Type’s that were produced with very respectable ratings of 190 hp at 1600 rpm’s and 280 lb·ft of torque at 2400 rpm‘s).

In 1984 the Buick Grand National with a standard black paint theme.  It also carried a turbocharged 3.8 Liter engine as its standard engine.   The completely redesigned engine had sequential fuel injection system, leading to an increase of power to 200 hp at 4400 rpm and 300 lb·ft of torque at 2400 rpm. Only 5,204 Turbo Regals were produced in 1984, and only 2000 of which were Buick Grand Nationals.

The next major upgrades for the Buick Grand National came in 1986, when an extremely modified engine design with intercooling boosted the performance even further.   There were a total of 7,896 Turbo Regals produced in 1986. 

In 1987, the Grand National had reached a total of 245 horsepower and 355 lb·ft of torque setting the standard for future generations of muscle cars.  Buick eventually dropped the T-Type package for Regal in 1987 right after Turbo Regals reached their peak in popularity.  There were only a total of 27,590 Turbo Regals that were produced through December.

1987 also offered a lightweight WE4 (Turbo T) option, only offering 1,547 of this variation.  They were painted black and treated to the same blackout package as the Grand National, including bumpers, grille, headlight and taillight trim.  The differences between a WE4 and the Grand National were the interior trim package, wheels, exterior badging, aluminum bumper supports, and aluminum rear brake drums as opposed to the Grand National's cast iron.  The rear spoiler was only available as a dealer installed option.  The LC2 Turbo option was only available in 1987 on any Regal, making it possible to even see a Limited edition with a vinyl roof and a fancy power bulge turbo hood.

For the final year, 1987, Buick introduced the GNX version priced at $29,000.  Produced by McLaren/ASC, Buick underrated the GNX at 276 hp and a very substantial 360 lb·ft of torque.  This particular model was created to be known as the  "Grand National to end all Grand Nationals."  Changes made included a special Garrett turbocharger with a ceramic-impeller blowing through a more efficient intercooler and a "CERMATEL (Ceramic/Aluminum) coated" pipe connecting the intercooler to the engine. A GNX specific EEPROM, low-restriction exhaust with dual mufflers, reprogrammed Turbo Hydramatic 200-4R transmission with a custom torque converter and transmission cooler, and a unique differential cover with a panhard bar included more of the performance modifications.  The exterior styling changes included vents located on each front fender, 16 inch black mesh style wheels with VR-speed rated tires, and deletion of the hood and fender emblems.  The interior changes of the GNX included a serial number on the dash plaque and a revised instrument cluster providing analog Stewart-Warner gauges, including an analog turbo boost gauge.  The GNX had a ladder bar that ran from the mid-section of the car to the rear axle, so as to increase traction. This is also the reason why a GNX will actually lift the rear end up when the car is about to launch heavily.  The GNX was claimed as being the fastest production sedan ever built during that time.  GNX #001 is currently owned by Buick and sometimes makes appearances at car shows around the US.

The line was also used with the 1994 Chevrolet Impala SS years after the GNX was discontinued.  The next model year converted to a front-wheel drive, ending this muscle cars production.

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How to Install a 57 Chevy Windshield

If you may be wondering how to install a 57 Chevy windshield, you have come to the right place. The 1957 Chevy is a great classic car. It is one of the best cars to restore. It is pretty simple mechanically but their are some exterior elements that are not so simple. The 1957 Chevy had a reshaped windshield that differed from the 1955 model.

It is therefore very important to make sure that during the installation process, due care is imposed in order not to damage or cause tints to this one of the best American classic cars that still exist today.

Time Allotment: 10-15mins.

Cost: $15-$20

Materials Needed:

1. Twine – 1/16 in diameter
2. Rubber Moulding
3. Liquid Soap – 2 parts
4. Water – 1 part
5. Plastic Thin Tool
6. Tape
7. Small Container

The following are the steps on how to install a 57 chevy windshield:

1. Grab yourself of a very strong twine which has a diameter of 1/16.

2. Put the rubber moulding just around the windshield.

3. Place the 1/16 in diameter of twine right inside the groove of the moulding.

4. Make sure that you have about 2 inches of the twine overlapped to ensure that the twine stays inside the groove.

5. To make it a little bit secured get a tape, however, always put to mind not to cover the whole groove itself.

6. In a small container, mix 2 parts of liquid soap with one part of water. Always remember, the ratio is 2:1.

7. Then, with the use of the mixture lubricate the rubber moulding as well as the lip where the rubber moulding fits itself to the car.

8. Ask a help of your neighbor or a friend to help you out carry the glass and place it right against the car.

9. It’s now time, to ask your assistants to help you out in putting pressure unto the glass.

10. Then, get inside the car and slowly pull the twine off in order to pull the rubber off from the lip of the car.

11. Once the moulding pops off the twine, with care place the twine back on the lip with the use of a plastic thin tool. If you can’t find any plastic thin tool, you can make one yourself with the use of anything made out of plastic.

12. Just continue to pull the twine until such time that the moulding itself has been put into the lip of the car.

13. Never let go of the other end of the twine, since this part of the twine should remain in place while the other end is being pulled.

Viola! How to install a 57 chevy windshield has never been this easy!

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The 1976 Pontiac Trans Am was another great year

The production of the 1976 Pontiac Trans Am became another turning point for the Pontiac. This model belonged to the second generation Pontiac Trans Am which was so popular that the company was able to manufacture a record breaking 46,000 units for the 1976 model year.

A lot of modifications were made to enhance its performance and appearance. Enhancing the visual effect of the 1976 Pontiac Trans Am, they made the front-end more integrated. The front spoiler was trimmed back and the new fascia returned the parking lamps just below the bumper within a narrow cooling slot. Covered in deformable urethane, the color keyed front bumper replaced the rubber covered steel unit of the previous year model. Still made of fiberglass, the front header panel was integrated smoothly with the bumper and the headlamps were round in shape.

The 1976 Pontiac Trans Am introduced a new interior for the owners. The seats were more contoured, made with richer materials, they appeared to be thicker, and with additional padding, that all combined to provide more comfort. Other modifications on the interior included vertical ribbing that replaced the horizontal sew lines of the 1971 to 1975 model seats, saddle material was replaced with buckskin, and the color was changed from burgundy to firethorn. Aside from this great creation, since the year was Pontiac’s 50th anniversary, they have created a limited edition 1976 Pontiac Trans Am.

A lot of people get confused when someone talks about the 1976 Pontiac Trans Am as the limited edition car for the 50th anniversary since 1979 was considered as the 10th anniversary. The reason behind is that the 10th anniversary marked the 10th year that Pontiac manufactured Trans Am muscle cars while the 50th anniversary marked the 50th year of production for Pontiac as a division of General Motors. Included on the Limited Edition 50th Anniversary Pontiac package were black paint with Gold striping and trim, gold polycast honeycomb wheels, gold grille and headlamp liners, gold anodized instrument panel, gold steering wheel spokes, gold emblems inside and out, special gold 50th anniversary emblems on the quarter panels, hurst hatch t-tops, and the engine utilized was the L78 Pontiac 400. This was the first black and gold special edition, as well as the first creation that sported a T-top option. This was another Pontiac Trans Am creation that was just awesome in both performance and looks that in the year 1976; it was definitely the car to have.

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