Photos and story by Cam Benty If you wandered by your local Plymouth Chrysler dealership between 1997 and 2002, you might have spotted what has now become a highly desirable modern Hot Rod, the legendary Plymouth Prowler. These concept cars leapt from engineer drafting table to showroom floor with great fanfare about the time the Dot.Com craze was hot. The brainchild of Chrysler Head Engineer, Tom Gale, Prowler utilizes the…

By Cam Benty Photos by Cam Benty and Gary Nelson When the first Chevy C10 pickups hit the road back in 1960, they offered a great way to hall hay – and maybe some passengers. Equipped with GM’s classic A-arm suspension, tube shocks and four-wheel drum brakes, they bore little resemblance to the performance suspensions offered on their cars. Now, thanks to parts offered by Aldan American, Performance Online and…

Since Ford introduced the Mustang in 1964, it has become an American icon, symbolizing power, design, and the spirit of freedom. However, while it offered impressive horsepower, especially in later models, the early Mustangs lacked modern-day handling capabilities. Thankfully, a series of reasonable upgrades can rejuvenate your classic Mustang, allowing it to compete with agility and finesse on the street or track. Drawing on the expertise of specialists like DIY…

The GM A-Body platform, which encompassed iconic cars like the Chevrolet Chevelle, Buick Skylark, Oldsmobile Cutlass and Pontiac GTO, holds a special place in the hearts of muscle car enthusiasts. These vintage classics boast timeless styling and impressive results in motorsports. With the embracing of Pro Touring and autocross competition, A-body owners are improving their cars’ handling characteristics to match modern standards. In this guide, we’ll explore how to upgrade…

The 1962-1970 Ford Fairlane has long been a favorite with restorers, customizers and hot rodders. While it shares its basic platform with the Mustang of its era, you’re not paying Mustang prices to acquire one. The spacious engine bay allows for a straightforward step up from a 200 CID inline six to a raucous 390 V8. And because it shares much of its drive train and suspension components with the…

Aldan American Coilovers + Spohn Performance tubular A-arms equals amazing handling! Any experienced car builder will tell you, its never just one thing that delivers the best results. Ultimate performance is derived by finding the best combination of carefully selected parts designed to work as a team then carefully tuning them to your personal preference.  Proving that point perfectly is the newest Aldan American/Spohn Performance kit for General Motors G-Body…

Aldan American Coil Over Conversion gives 1967-69 Camaros/Firebirds total suspension tunability By Cam Benty Photos by Cam Benty and Gary Nelson Few cars in American automotive history had the impact of General Motor’s first Gen Camaros and Firebirds. While Ford’s Mustang had a three-year head start into the classic “pony cars wars,” the 1967 Camaros and Firebirds drew an immediate following with performance fans. Offered with a wide array of…

The 1963-1965 Riviera is a personal luxury two-door coupe manufactured by General Motors under the Buick brand that combined elegance with performance. A flagship model flagship for the Buick brand, the 1963-1965 Riviera was highly regarded among the automotive press of the time and was popular with wealthy buyers.  The premium pricing of the 1963 Riviera is evident compared to other costs of the same period. The base price of…

Third Generation Chevrolet Camaro (1982-1992) The third-generation Chevrolet Camaro was introduced in 1982 and continued in production until 1992. It was a significant redesign over the previous generation Camaro, featuring a sleeker, more aerodynamic body style with improved handling and more powerful engines. Photo credit: bringatrailer.com Chevy built the 1982-1992 Camaro on a new GM F-body platform, which it shared with the Pontiac Firebird. The new platform was lighter and…

The Chevrolet C1500 pickup truck was one of the most popular vehicles on American roads during the 1990s. Produced from 1988 to 1998, this versatile truck was available in various body styles and configurations, making it a popular choice for personal and commercial use. Nicknamed OBS (Old Body Style) after the introduction of its Silverado successor, the 1988-1998 Chevrolet C1500 remains a beloved and iconic truck to this day. Development…