The 1955 Chevrolet is the right sized car for America. Don’t believe me? Then why does America keep buying cars that take up its footprint? The size is perfect: It’s large enough to seat who you need to, six in… Read More ›
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Here’s Why People Are Putting Chevy Engines Into Their Ford Hot Rods – David Schmidt @HotCars
There are several reasons people put Chevy engines into their Ford hot rods even though it raises the blood pressure of many a car enthusiast. The idea of putting a Chevy engine into a Ford hotrod rubs some people the wrong way. For many… Read More ›
How Frank Winchell defended the Chevrolet Corvair, in his own words – Daniel Strohl @Hemmings
[Editor’s note: While speaking with Nick Gigante regarding his upcoming Corvair Vindication Day event, Nick forwarded us a transcript of the speech that Frank Winchell, his grandfather, gave to 900 or so members of the Corvair Society of America at the club’s annual convention… Read More ›
An affordable classic: Chevrolet’s second-generation Corvair – Kurt Ernst @Hemmings
Chevrolet’s redesigned-for-1965 Corvair debuted to high praise from the automotive press, with Car and Driver’s David E. Davis, Jr. declaring it “the most beautiful car to appear in this country since before World War II.” American consumers agreed, buying 23-percent more ’65… Read More ›
1950 Chevrolet 6 Cylinder with Speed Equipment, alternative Hot Rod power?
1950 Chevrolet 6 Cylinder with Speed Equipment 1950 Chevrolet 6 Cylinder with Speed Equipment, alternative Hot Rod power? Saw this engine for sale on Hemming’s and it occurred to me that this would make a really cost effective alternative to… Read More ›
Pangbourne College Classic Car Show
An excellent well organised car show in a beautiful location, cars of all shapes sizes and ages were present. Here’s the US related contingent of attendees. Classic wise the Galaxy, and the early red Mustang deserve a particular mention…. Read More ›
Little bit of Vintage for the S10 Xtreme
Managed to pick up a set of vintage Chevy High Hat wheel centres from eBay to fit to the Rally Wheels on the S10 Xtreme They are not perfect but with a bit of refurbishment will look really good. I’m… Read More ›
The Drive Home IV brings a mid-winter convoy of classic trucks to Detroit – William Hall @Hemmings
Echoing the Big Three automaker’s increased focus on truck/SUV production, this year’s Drive Home will feature a cross-country convoy of classic American pickup trucks—including a 1965 Ford F100, a 1957 Ford Ranchero, a 1955 Chevy 3600, and a 1962 International… Read More ›
Small Block Chevy Specifications – Jason Lubken @Speedwaymotors
A little history of the Chevy Small Block and really useful specifications from Jason Lubken at Speedway Motors. Read the entire article here
Police Chief with Moonshine, Guns, and Chevy after a Bust — The Old Motor
H.S. “Dick” Hickman, Chief of Police in Colorado City, Texas, poses at City Hall in the 1930s with moonshine, guns, and a Chevrolet coupe after an arrest. For effect, the moonshine is displayed in its canning jars on and around… Read More ›