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[Wildman]

That was a racing category that has/had nothing to do with the appearance of the cars. There were various classes A/B/C etc Gas. That refers to standard pump gas and a vehicle weight category. Supercharged cars were in a different class or would be given a weight penalty, so a full sized blower car could race something like a NA V8 Morris Minor. I'm doing this off the top of my head, and it’s been a while, so someone will have to correct me or go into greater detail.

The gasser look with a straight axle is just a period look. On some cars, a straight axle up front was lighter than IFS, and the lean-back is to get more weight transferring onto the rear tires faster.

I used to be into drag racing. I really love the amateur stuff like period correct racing, the "gear jammers and door slammers", or even outlaw 10.50. If I had the time and money, I’d get back to the tracks.

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I was into drag racing when I was a kid. Then the base I was stationed at in Germany had a air field & they shut it down one weekend a month and had drag races. I use to help out on a buddies team. But we were racing European cars & my buddies was a VW Golf with a warmed up engine. It was fun but different too.

 

[BlueC]

Then the base I was stationed at in Germany had a air field & they shut it down one weekend a month and had drag races. I use to help out on a buddies team. But we were racing European cars & my buddies was a VW Golf with a warmed up engine. It was fun but different too.

That sounds fun. I spent the majority of my teenage years at local tracks racing street cars. We mostly had '90s Hondas, Fox body Mustangs or 3rd gen Camaros. It was fun as long as you didn't break anything. Only one of us had a purpose built race car, and that was just a built Bug. I'd like to get back into that with some friends and my son when he's old enough.

 

[Wildman]

Not totally sure I like it but it's a Charger so...

 

[Apparition]

Not totally sure I like it but it's a Charger so...

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I don't mind the color or that it's a Charger.

 

[Wildman]

That sounds fun. I spent the majority of my teenage years at local tracks racing street cars. We mostly had '90s Hondas, Fox body Mustangs or 3rd gen Camaros. It was fun as long as you didn't break anything. Only one of us had a purpose built race car, and that was just a built Bug. I'd like to get back into that with some friends and my son when he's old enough.

Most of these were street legal cars too. There were a few American V-8's in the group too but even in 1979 fuel in Germany then was almost $4 per gallon. There were some built bugs in the group too. Some Opel's & Fiat's. I raced my Triumph Spitfire ONCE and got my ass handed to me. Then about 3 months later blew the engine up in it.

I sink all my funds into Jeeps & motorcycles so trying to fund a drag car would be a stretch & my closest track is 90 minutes away. I could do the local dirt track which would be fun but it's 60 minutes away.

 

[Wildman]

Cool build & I LOVE the horse looking in on the work.

 

[Zorba]

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Missed it by thiiiiiiis much!

 

[Wildman]

Missed it by thiiiiiiis much!

I like it...

 

[Wildman]

Red Beauty: Walk Around ’56 Buick Special Hardtop, Beautiful Sound of a Vintage Engine

Owning a vintage automobile is a great passion for automotive lovers and collectors. In addition to being a source of pride, it serves as a reminder of how much we value the engineering and design of automobiles. One of these aficionados is Ken Becker, the owner of a 1956 Buick Special Hardtop Custom with Red and Black two-tone paint.
For 25 years, Ken has owned this amazing car, which has grown to be a member of his family. From 1936 through 1958, Buick offered a full-size car type called the Special. With its streamlined and aerodynamic design, the 1956 model is regarded as a classic. The two-tone paint job on the hardtop custom version, which complements its already excellent appearance, makes it even more appealing.

The car’s beautiful crimson color with black accents is the first thing we notice as we get closer to it. The two-tone paint job has been kept up beautifully over the years and matches the styling of the automobile well. Additionally, the chrome accents are flawless, showing no indications of corrosion or wear.
We are met by a wonderfully restored engine as soon as Ken opens the hood. Driving this car is enjoyable because to the refurbished and smooth-running original V8 engine. It was worth it, according to Ken, to see the car working like new again after all the time and effort he had put into its restoration.

The sound of a vintage engine starting up is always exciting, and the Buick’s engine is no different. The quality of the work that went into the car is evident in the engine’s silky roar. The engine is not only gorgeous to look at, but it is also strong and dependable, making driving it a pleasure.
A real beauty is Ken Becker’s 1956 Buick Special Hardtop Custom in Red & Black two-tone paint. Ken’s enthusiasm and commitment to preserving a piece of automotive history are demonstrated by the car. Take advantage of the opportunity to view this amazing car in person if you have the chance; it truly is a work of beauty.

Watch and enjoy the detailed video below:

 

[BlueC]

Red Beauty: Walk Around ’56 Buick Special Hardtop, Beautiful Sound of a Vintage Engine

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Owning a vintage automobile is a great passion for automotive lovers and collectors. In addition to being a source of pride, it serves as a reminder of how much we value the engineering and design of automobiles. One of these aficionados is Ken Becker, the owner of a 1956 Buick Special Hardtop Custom with Red and Black two-tone paint.
For 25 years, Ken has owned this amazing car, which has grown to be a member of his family. From 1936 through 1958, Buick offered a full-size car type called the Special. With its streamlined and aerodynamic design, the 1956 model is regarded as a classic. The two-tone paint job on the hardtop custom version, which complements its already excellent appearance, makes it even more appealing.

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The car’s beautiful crimson color with black accents is the first thing we notice as we get closer to it. The two-tone paint job has been kept up beautifully over the years and matches the styling of the automobile well. Additionally, the chrome accents are flawless, showing no indications of corrosion or wear.
We are met by a wonderfully restored engine as soon as Ken opens the hood. Driving this car is enjoyable because to the refurbished and smooth-running original V8 engine. It was worth it, according to Ken, to see the car working like new again after all the time and effort he had put into its restoration.

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The sound of a vintage engine starting up is always exciting, and the Buick’s engine is no different. The quality of the work that went into the car is evident in the engine’s silky roar. The engine is not only gorgeous to look at, but it is also strong and dependable, making driving it a pleasure.
A real beauty is Ken Becker’s 1956 Buick Special Hardtop Custom in Red & Black two-tone paint. Ken’s enthusiasm and commitment to preserving a piece of automotive history are demonstrated by the car. Take advantage of the opportunity to view this amazing car in person if you have the chance; it truly is a work of beauty.

Watch and enjoy the detailed video below:

Another case of wrong wheel and tire, otherwise it's a nice car.

 

[Wildman]

Another case of wrong wheel and tire, otherwise it's a nice car.

Yes. I just liked the paint & it's look enough to ignore the rims.

 

[TJ Don]

My first car was a black 1993 Chevrolet Lumina Euro Sport Coupe with the mighty 3.1 L V6. It was a sharp looking, reliable, and comfortable car. I got this shortly after being stationed at Ft. Riley, Kansas. As a child-minded 18 YO single soldier with no other financial (or social) responsibilities, of course, I abused that car. Road trips packed to the gills with Joes traveling well over posted limits, perceiving every stop light as a drag racing tree, and all manners of blatant mischief on dirt/gravel tank trails. That poor car deserved better.

 

[Squatch]

Either way, scoops and cowl induction hoods tend to look good on muscle cars.

What are the favorites out there?

Cool build & I LOVE the horse looking in on the work.

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'46-'48 Chevy Fleetline. Nice! Can't say I've seen one done as a "hot rod". Most wind up tail-dragging lowriders, which I love. Love this guy's choice of wheels, too. Very cool!

 

[BlueC]

What are the favorites out there?

Now there's a challenge. Being a Ponhco fan, I really like the Ram Air scoops and Trans Am shakers.

Tach-less Ram Air (I'm no fan of a hood tachometer)

'69 TA probably had the most effective Ram Air scoop.

Then there's the traditional TA shaker hood scoop that was mostly non functional. But on the 455 they worked.

 

[BlueC]

But if you're making big straight line power, you need something a little less subtle. Something a little obnoxious and big enough to catch birds and small children standing too close.

 

[Zorba]

I like it...

I do too, it just would look better if it wasn't slammed. OTOH, at least it isn't slammed so hard that the rocker panels are scraping the pavement!

 

[Zorba]

Red Beauty: Walk Around ’56 Buick Special Hardtop, Beautiful Sound of a Vintage Engine

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Owning a vintage automobile is a great passion for automotive lovers and collectors. In addition to being a source of pride, it serves as a reminder of how much we value the engineering and design of automobiles. One of these aficionados is Ken Becker, the owner of a 1956 Buick Special Hardtop Custom with Red and Black two-tone paint.
For 25 years, Ken has owned this amazing car, which has grown to be a member of his family. From 1936 through 1958, Buick offered a full-size car type called the Special. With its streamlined and aerodynamic design, the 1956 model is regarded as a classic. The two-tone paint job on the hardtop custom version, which complements its already excellent appearance, makes it even more appealing.

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The car’s beautiful crimson color with black accents is the first thing we notice as we get closer to it. The two-tone paint job has been kept up beautifully over the years and matches the styling of the automobile well. Additionally, the chrome accents are flawless, showing no indications of corrosion or wear.
We are met by a wonderfully restored engine as soon as Ken opens the hood. Driving this car is enjoyable because to the refurbished and smooth-running original V8 engine. It was worth it, according to Ken, to see the car working like new again after all the time and effort he had put into its restoration.

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The sound of a vintage engine starting up is always exciting, and the Buick’s engine is no different. The quality of the work that went into the car is evident in the engine’s silky roar. The engine is not only gorgeous to look at, but it is also strong and dependable, making driving it a pleasure.
A real beauty is Ken Becker’s 1956 Buick Special Hardtop Custom in Red & Black two-tone paint. Ken’s enthusiasm and commitment to preserving a piece of automotive history are demonstrated by the car. Take advantage of the opportunity to view this amazing car in person if you have the chance; it truly is a work of beauty.

Watch and enjoy the detailed video below:

Almost bought one once. Then I found out that the special didn't have a good reliability record, and the one I was looking at had multiple problems. Passed. Cool looker though for sure!

 

[Wildman]

I do too, it just would look better if it wasn't slammed. OTOH, at least it isn't slammed so hard that the rocker panels are scraping the pavement!

I wonder on a lot of these if they are bagged or not? If i was to ever buy one it's how I'd go.

 

[Wildman]

The 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 582 was a high-performance version of the popular Chevelle muscle car. It was powered by a massive 582 cubic inch V8 engine that produced a staggering 750 horsepower and 750 lb-ft of torque. This engine was capable of propelling the Chevelle SS 582 to impressive speeds and making it a formidable force on the track.

In addition to its impressive performance, the Chevelle SS 582 also featured a number of distinctive styling elements, including a blacked-out grille, functional hood scoop, and special striping. These features helped to set it apart from other versions of the Chevelle and gave it a unique and aggressive appearance.

Despite its impressive performance and styling, the Chevelle SS 582 was not a widely produced model. It was built in limited quantities and is highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts today. Those who are lucky enough to own one of these rare and powerful muscle cars are sure to have a truly special and unique vehicle in their collection.

As someone who has seen countless Chevrolet muscle car builds, I can confidently say that this 1969 Chevelle SS is truly special. It’s clear that the owner has put a lot of time and money into this build, but they’ve done it with expert knowledge and attention to detail.

 

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The 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 582 was a high-performance version of the popular Chevelle muscle car. It was powered by a massive 582 cubic inch V8 engine that produced a staggering 750 horsepower and 750 lb-ft of torque. This engine was capable of propelling the Chevelle SS 582 to impressive speeds and making it a formidable force on the track.

In addition to its impressive performance, the Chevelle SS 582 also featured a number of distinctive styling elements, including a blacked-out grille, functional hood scoop, and special striping. These features helped to set it apart from other versions of the Chevelle and gave it a unique and aggressive appearance.

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Despite its impressive performance and styling, the Chevelle SS 582 was not a widely produced model. It was built in limited quantities and is highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts today. Those who are lucky enough to own one of these rare and powerful muscle cars are sure to have a truly special and unique vehicle in their collection.

As someone who has seen countless Chevrolet muscle car builds, I can confidently say that this 1969 Chevelle SS is truly special. It’s clear that the owner has put a lot of time and money into this build, but they’ve done it with expert knowledge and attention to detail.

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Call me crazy but why would anyone want to devalue a limited production muscle car like that by putting Autometer guages in it?