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From the beginning of the car industry, automakers have always looked for ways to make their cars seem faster and more appealing. One of these ways is naming them exciting names, which helps create an allure of performance in people’s imaginations. One way manufacturers made their cars stand out from similar machines was to name them after animals.
Animals symbolize something majestic, powerful, and beautiful and that’s exactly what car brands wanted. They believed naming a car after an animal – and the wilder the better – that success would come. At least, so it seems. Today, we’ll showcase the best cars named after an animal. In some cases, carmakers even used mythical ones. Let’s head into the jungle below.
The early ’70s was the start of the end for muscle cars with engine downsizing and tightening emissions and safety standards, AMC was one of the first companies to realize that a new breed of muscle cars was needed to keep power-hungry customers happy. So in 1971, they introduced the Hornet 360 (via Auto Evolution).
Based on a regular economy car called the Hornet, it was equipped with better suspension, sharper steering, and a 360 V8. This Hornet turned from an ordinary compact into a proper muscle car. Power wasn’t that big at 245 hp. But those horses could make the Hornet fly in its lightweight body. The rest of the muscle cars offered in 1971 all had problems with size and weight. They also had engines that didn’t create much power anymore. But the Hornet 360 was one of the fastest cars on sale.
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In the world of cinematic car chases and heists, few films have left a tire-squealing impression quite like “Gone in 60 Seconds.” This action-packed 2000 thriller starring Nicholas Cage captivated audiences with its adrenaline-pumping plot. But it also introduced an ensemble of some of the most remarkable and memorable cars ever featured on screen.
From sleek, supercharged sports cars to classic muscle cars, each car had a role to play and a character all its own. These iconic rides made “Gone in 60 Seconds” a must-see for car enthusiasts and movie lovers alike as a result. So buckle up and get ready for a ride down memory lane as we pay homage to the magnificent automotive stars from the film. Few movies reignited people’s love for cars like this movie did. due to its wide range of rides. Remember them right here.
The Aston Martin DB7 is a handcrafted masterpiece from the British luxury automaker. It made its mark in the film as an emblem of timeless style and power as a result. With its sleek silhouette and distinct front grille adorned with the iconic Aston Martin badge, “Mary” exuded an aura of opulence and charm. Therefore, these details were only matched by a few of its automotive peers (via Way.com).
The DB7 was powered by a 3.2-liter supercharged inline-six delivering 335 horsepower to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission or an optional automatic. This powerplant enabled the car to sprint from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 5.7 seconds, making it a true performance machine under the elegant facade as a result.
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From the early days of motor vehicles, law enforcement agencies worldwide integrated the automobile as an essential part of their job. Cars allowed officers to patrol the streets, get to crime scenes faster, and help serve and protect the community. Manufacturers concentrated on the police market since they knew selling cars to local departments would help promote the brand. Today’s police cars are state-of-the-art cruisers with communication technology and beefed-up mechanics.
Back in the day, most police cars were just ordinary sedans, sometimes identical to the ones you could buy as an ordinary citizen. However, some police departments went beyond the ordinary and used rare, powerful cars for police duty. Some of those cars are valuable classics today. Back then, they were everyday cruisers that worked to catch bad guys on the streets. Check out the baddest police cars ever right here.
One of the coolest-looking and most exclusive Citroen cars was the gorgeous SM, introduced in 1970. This elegant coupe had some exciting features. This made the competition look outdated and old as a result (via Capital).
The aesthetics were clearly French, with hydro-pneumatic self-leveling suspension and front-wheel drive. Instead of the underpowered four-cylinder engine, there was a 2.7-liter V6 by Maserati. This had enough power for a lively performance. The Gendarmerie chose the car since it could cruise at high speeds, which was ideal for catching criminals on the highways of France.
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Motion pictures are one of the oldest forms of entertainment, and one of the most important aspects of any movie is the cars. Cars often play an important part in the movies we watch. Movies like Gone in 60 Seconds and The Fast and The Furious franchise showcased dozens of interesting classics all crammed into one motion picture.
There’s a reason why movie cars have been such an important part of history. Cars resonate with people in unique ways, and certain aspects of a beautiful car make a movie quite memorable. So we looked at some of the most iconic movie cars in film history. These cars changed the way that we thought about Hollywood and many of these cars are worth boatloads of money today. Remember the most iconic movie cars of all time below.
The James Bond movies changed the motion picture industry forever. The films showcased a dapper British secret agent who was very fond of expensive, exclusive rides. The Aston Martin has been a pinnacle of the Bond films since the franchise’s early days. The DB5 was one of the original trademark cars that defined what the Aston Martin brand truly embodied. With sculpted lines and a beautiful interior, the DB5 oozed the kind of class that a smooth talker like Bond loved (via 007).
The DB5 was the pinnacle of class because it combined all of the elements of a great sports car into one package. The beautiful styling and the powerful engine propelled the car with authority. An Aston Martin wasn’t a car that you saw every day, so those who knew about the car knew that it was quite rare. The DB5 is still one of the most prominent Aston Martin models ever built.
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For many years, critics have viewed the Mustang as a mass-produced car with a V8 and a pretty body. But the truth is that Ford’s pony car was much more than that. It started the muscle car trend and introduced new groundbreaking technologies. The Mustang has been a cornerstone of Ford’s performance division for almost 60 years.
Perhaps it was never cutting-edge in technology unlike some European sports cars. However, it had more than a few innovative model and versions that were truly groundbreaking in their own right. Today, we’ll discuss those dynamic cars. Overall, the Mustang nameplate pushed the envelope further and created a legend. Some of these were highly successful while some remained just an idea. Check them out here.
The first Mustang was so successful that it started a new class of cars – pony cars. The model entered the history books as one of the best first-year sales successes of all time. Over the years, the Mustang became an automotive symbol of America and one of its finest products worldwide (via CBS News).
So what was the secret of the Mustang 1/2’s appeal? It had a good mix of performance with a V8 rumble, and a touch of luxury and good looks. That was packed in an affordable package with a long list of options. Of course, the image and legend were integral parts of the Mustang’s appeal since day one. This 1964 model showcased that.
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With the gravitas of Ventura Nationals, it attracts enthusiasts and builders from all over the US. Naturally, this means long travels for many in the scene, and the local car community rolls out the red carpet for all those headed in. The afternoon and evening before Nationals, the local shops host open houses, inviting any and all to bring their cars to decompress from the journey to Ventura and…
The inaugural Grand National Truck Show kicked off this year at the Fairplex in Pomona, California. While the Grand National name has been known since 1949 to be one of the best car shows in the country, it was not until this year that organizers decided to split it into two from the historic Roadster Show and give classic trucks their own weekend. Billed as the premier truck event of 2023, it isn’…
Last month, Ventura Nationals rolled into town over Labor Day weekend at the Ventura County Fairgrounds. Starting in 2003, it’s one of the biggest and best shows on the West Coast and encapsulates all aspects of automotive culture with hot rods, custom paint, restorations, live music, and vendors. Sprawled out over sixty-two acres, Ventura Nationals packed classic cars and vintage trucks in while…
This 1938 Plymouth Deluxe coupe is powered by a GM 6.0-liter Vortec V8 that was installed prior to the current owner’s acquisition in May 2017. The car wears a three-tone silver-blue-maroon paint scheme and features a 6L90 six-speed automatic transmission mated to a 8 3/4″ rear end with 3.24:1 gears. Additional modifications include chrome American Racing 15″ Torq Thrust wheels, Wilwood four-wheel disc brakes, a Mustang II-style front suspension, power steering, Vintage Air heating and air conditioning components, gray leather bucket seats, electric windows, Speedhut instrumentation, and a Kenwood AM/FM/CD stereo. This modified Plymouth Deluxe is offered on dealer consignment with a Delaware title.
The car was finished in its current metallic blue and silver under previous ownership and features a silver-accented maroon stripe at the beltline. Additional exterior details include a chrome grille and bumpers, dual side mirrors, running boards, a split rear window, and dual exhaust outlets. Additional close-up images detailing the lighting, badging, and trim are provided in the gallery below.
American Racing 15″ Torq Thrust wheels are mounted with 215/75 front and 235/75 rear Kumho Solus KR21 tires. A Mustang II-style front suspension has been retrofitted to the car as well as power steering. Braking is handled by Wilwood slotted and cross-drilled discs at all four corners.
The interior features gray leather-trimmed front bucket seats and a rear bench sourced from a later model vehicle along with a two-tone center console and door panels. The painted metal dashboard houses a control module for the Vintage Air climate control system and a Kenwood head unit. Other amenities include gray carpets, electric windows, and cupholders. Wear is visible on the driver’s seat and center console.
The three-spoke steering wheel sits ahead of centrally-mounted Speedhut instrumentation that includes a GPS-enabled 80-mph speedometer with an inset tachometer and auxiliary gauges. The digital odometer shows 11k miles, approximately 3k of which were added during current ownership. True mileage is unknown.
The engine compartment is finished in maroon and houses a GM 6.0L Vortec V8 with an aftermarket air intake and LSX-branded covers. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 6L90 six-speed automatic transmission and a 8 3/4″ rear end with 3.24:1 gears. An oil change was carried out in preparation for the sale.
Additional images showing the condition of the underside are included in the gallery below.
The car is titled in Delaware using a state-assigned VIN, 1285099, shown above.
The Delaware title shows a “Mileage Exceeds Mechanical Limits” brand.