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Many of us have been brought to an office at a new car dealership to be pressured by the F&I (Finance & Insurance) manager to purchase an extended warranty or a dealer-installed option we don’t really want. Our Pick of the Day, a 1969 Ford Torino GT SportsRoof, reflects an F&I success story due to one unusual feature. It is listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a dealership in Homer City, Pennsylvania.

The Torino GT was in its second year in 1969, facelifted with changes in grille and trim, but it was largely the same car as before. Available body styles were the SportsRoof fastback, the more formal Hardtop, and the Convertible. All three came standard with a 302 two-barrel with 210 horsepower. That certainly doesn’t sound like GT power, but the GT was more sporty than sport.

If you wanted more power, you could opt for the new 351, which was available in two states of tune: 250 horsepower with a two-barrel or 290 horsepower with a four-barrel. The latter was the beginning of the more sports side of the model. If torque was your desire, then the 390 four-barrel with 320 lb-ft was your next choice, but if you went that far, why not consider the 335-horsepower 428 Cobra Jet? It was the only engine available with ram air induction, though Ford included a non-functional hood scoop with all Torino GTs aside from the rarefied few that were ordered without it. New for the CJ was the Drag Pack, a package that featured upgraded parts for durability at the drag strip. In addition to 3.91 or 4.30 gears, features included an oil cooler and an upgraded crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, wrist pins, flywheel, flexplate, and harmonic balancer. The Drag Pack was introduced several months into production because Ford discovered issues with engine durability, especially with excessive oil temperatures.

Several new features stand out for the Torino GT: If you opted for the SportsRoof, you received a C-stripe that was distinct from the one available in 1968, with this one following the mid-section of the body instead of the beltline; coupes and convertibles received the traditional GT stripe above the rocker panels. Plus, the C-pillar on the SportsRoof now featured three louvers instead of five.

Thanks to the Plymouth Road Runner, Ford introduced the Fairlane-based Cobra, which came standard with the Cobra Jet. Certainly, that was more sport than sporty. Interior and exterior trim were lacking compared to the Torino GT, so when equipped with the same powerplant, the GT came off as less austere and more deluxe. Visually and intrinsically, the Torino GT presented itself more nicely.

One option not available on the SportsRoof, whether it was a Cobra, Fairlane 500, or Torino GT, was a vinyl roof. However, you might notice that this 1969 Ford Torino GT SportsRoof has a light gold vinyl roof that nicely complements the Black Jade paint and gold stripes. It’s one of the third-party dealer-installed items that was available back in the day. These pop up on occasion, but we imagine many were removed upon restoration. It certainly gives this GT a unique look and we’d bet that it was prepped by the dealership for its inventory, rather than a customer who dealt with F&I. Inside, you’ll find a Medium Ivy Green bucket-seat interior with a console housing the automatic shifter. Power comes from a 428 Cobra Jet with ram air, one of 1,285 built with this engine (of which 703 had automatics). Other options per the Marti Report show power steering and brakes, a tachometer, an AM radio, tinted windows, and the Visibility Group.

The seller states current upgrades include a Holley 600-cfm carburetor, an aluminum intake, and a PerTronix Flame-Thrower coil, but it’s that vinyl top that truly makes this already-unique car even more special. Best of all, the seller won’t try to upsell you once you spend your $52,900.

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The automotive world waited decades for a mid-engine Corvette and finally got it in 2020. Now look where we are: 2026 will be the C8’s seventh model year. There are no significant engine changes in store (as of this moment), but the Vette’s interior has been completely overhauled.

The 2020-2025 Corvette’s interior, with its central rising strip of HVAC controls that divided the driver and passenger, had a visual drama to it that matched the flashy exterior. But that signature characteristic wasn’t popular with everyone.

Now there’s a grab handle between the two seats, but there’s an open area below it with a wireless charging pad. The layout of the center console was completely redesigned. The HVAC controls were moved to the bottom of the larger 12.7-inch display for the infotainment system, which features Google Built-in that enables occupants to use voice commands to open the updated Performance Data Recorder and operate other features. The drive mode selector was redesigned and placed in front of the controls for the eight-speed dual-clutch automatic. Even the cup holders were changed to an open configuration with hand-wrapped inserts, ambient lighting, and crossed flags at the bottom.

Like the main infotainment screen, the display for the digital instrument cluster was enlarged and now spans 14 inches diagonally. According to Chevrolet, “Tour, Sport and Track display designs have … been modernized with new animations and cleaner graphics for the speedometer, tachometer, and other gauges.” To the left of that is a new-for-2026 configurable 6.6-inch touchscreen display that shows information such as trip mileage and the Performance Traction Management settings; those now include a new PTM Pro mode that shuts off stability and traction control while leaving ABS and certain E-Ray-specific front axle controls running.

In addition to two new exterior colors (Roswell Green Metallic and Blade Silver Metallic), there are also new interior color schemes: Sky Cool and Medium Ash Gray with Habanero accents, Santorini Blue, Very Dark Atmosphere, and Ultimate Suede with Adrenaline Red, Santorini Blue, or Competition Yellow accent stitching and matching seat belts. For the first time ever, the Corvette can be ordered with asymmetrical interior colors (Jet Black and Adrenaline Red)—and seats. Chevrolet says, “Customers can even spec a mixed seating option in Asymmetrical Adrenaline Red, with a racing-inspired Adrenaline Red Competition driver’s seat and a Jet Black GT2 passenger seat.”

To top it all off (literally), Chevrolet now offers an optional electrochromic roof panel, which can be set to full, medium, or low tint with the push of a button.

Other changes to the Corvette lineup for 2026 include carbon ceramic brakes with 10-piston front and six-piston rear calipers for the ZR1’s ZTK performance package and the E-Ray’s Performance App being made available on all C8 models.

What do you think of the 2026 Corvette’s new cockpit? Will you miss the old layout? Tell us in the comments below.

Ever hear a rumor, only to be disappointed by the actual manifestation of it? That’s my story of the 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix 2+2. In the 1980s, Pontiac was my favorite American brand, and having a Pontiac version of the Monte Carlo Aerocoupe was exciting news!

Alas, when the NASCAR-influenced Poncho was finally revealed, it was disappointing to learn that it was not an equal to the Aerocoupe under the hood. While the Bow Tie offered 180 horsepower with dual exhausts, the 2+2 managed 165 with a single exhaust. Yes, muscle was slowly coming back, but in the Pontiac world, you had to go to the Firebird for a thrill.

Richard Petty was driving for Pontiac and the King didn’t like seeing Monte Carlo SSs and Ford Thunderbirds run faster on the speedway. The Grand Prix 2+2 was Pontiac’s answer to this, the last homologation special from Detroit. All were silver over charcoal with red and orange stripes. Out back, the aero rear window was fixed, so a new trunk lid needed to be fashioned. Note how much real estate the spoiler takes up.

Muscle Car Campy joined Norm MacAuley for a ride in his low-mileage 1986 Grand Prix 2+2. It’s one of 1,225 built, with all sharing the same trim configuration. Take a peek at the video below and relive the memories of when the horsepower wars were just starting to crest 200 horsepower.  

If this kind of content is right up your alley, be sure to check out Muscle Car Campy’s past videos.

In the 1980s, there were a lot of boxy vehicles. Many of them were bland, boring sights because of their lack of curves—and still are. But one particular right-angled design from that decade remains attractive: GM’s pickups. One of them, a 1984 Chevrolet C10 Silverado posted on ClassicCars.com by a dealer in Kansas, happens to be our Pick of the Day.

The third generation of GM’s C/K line of trucks debuted in the 1973 model year with new styling, a smoother ride, and improved visibility. Although GM identified the newest iteration of its pickups with the “Rounded Line” name, these days, they’re more commonly referred to as “Square Body” trucks. When you look at this ’84 C10, you can see why.

The only curves are in the wheels and tires; the rest is all lines and angles. Somehow GM managed to make such a simple, conservative design look great. With a single cab and a short bed, a Square Body is the rolling definition of the words “sport truck” – especially when it looks like this one. There’s no need for loud colors or flamboyant add-ons. The two-box profile is covered in glossy black, although that is accented with a billet-style grille and chrome trim. Other modifications are more low-key, such as the cowl hood and rear roll pan. A hydraulic tonneau cover protects the contents of the Line-X-coated bed.

There is one noticeable flourish, though—actually, there are four: the 22-inch U.S. Mags Scottsdale wheels. Yes, they are massive, especially because they dwarf their low-profile Nitto tires. Additionally, this truck has been dropped on Belltech drop spindles and features a rear axle flip kit and A-1 Racing Products rear coilovers.

To go with this truck’s classic lines is a classic engine: a 350ci V8. Of course, the replacement for the original diesel V8 has some mods of its own, which include a mild cam, Holley Street Avenger 670-cfm carburetor, and Dart intake manifold.

This truck may appear simple, but that doesn’t mean its interior is Spartan and bare of features. If you become the next owner, it’ll get you to the local car show or a weekend getaway destination with the convenience of a 700R4 four-speed automatic and power steering and brakes as well as the comfort of air conditioning. You can make that happen and get your hands on this tastefully modified 1984 Chevrolet C10 Silverado by paying the $32,900 asking price.

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It’s still the Wild West with the Internet. It’s like Snake Oil has come into fashion again and we’re faced with a barrage of empty promises when flipping through social media.

It’s the same with online content. For any topic, you have good and bad actors, and that certainly stands true for automotive topics. The proliferation of social media over the past 20 years has presented the opportunity to exploit you, me, and/or the almighty dollar in the name of online hits. It makes it difficult to find quality content because few sites (and by this, we mean Facebook, Instagram, etc. in addition to regular websites) truly strive to educate, discuss, and separate the facts from fiction.

Now we have AI. The tools that are being prepared for us have very strong positive and negative implications, both trickling down into the public sphere as companies compete to perfect their AI so one can truly be the King of Artificial Intelligence.

We at The ClassicCars.com Journal have to deal with this every day. Each of our writers produce several articles of content daily, so we have to learn to be savvy about which resources are legitimate and which ones are suspect. However, not everyone has the acumen to figure this out, leading to an expansion of bad information that often seems to rise to the top. As such, we have developed a game (sorry, no prizes or fame—you’ve been lied to, but you’re used to it by now, right?) in which you read a passage and see if you can determine whether it came from AI or a website. Will you be able to determine which is which? Good luck!

Article 1
The 1963 [Pontiac LeMans] offered the Trophy 4 and a 326-cubic-inch V8 as engine options. The Trophy 4 retained the horsepower once more, while the V8 boasted 260 horsepower. Pontiac would introduce a four-barrel High Output version of the motor rated at 355 horsepower later that model year.

Article 2
The 1969 Ford Cobra was a muscle car built as a performance-oriented model, specifically the 2-door sportroof, and known for its 428-cubic-inch V-8 engine. It was essentially Ford’s answer to the Plymouth Road Runner, offering a no-frills, affordable performance option. The Cobra was built on the Fairlane/Torino platform and featured a standard 428 Cobra Jet engine. Only 7,454 of the 11,099 Cobra sportroofs produced in 1969 were equipped with the 428 CJ engine. A significant number, 3,910, were equipped with the 4-speed manual transmission.

Article 3
Pontiac had already made a name for itself in the performance world with the GTO, but what they did with the Tempest LeMans Safari Wagon was next-level thinking. Built on the same A-body platform as the GTO, the wagon was never supposed to be a high-performance machine … They dropped in a 389 cubic inch (6.4-liter) V8, the same engine that made the GTO a legend.

Article 4
The 1971 Plymouth Barracuda, especially the Hemi Cuda, is a highly sought-after classic muscle car known for its unique styling and performance. These cars, particularly the hardtop versions with manual transmissions, are considered quite rare, with only a few export models existing. A well-restored example can fetch a high price, with some Hemi Cudas selling for over $500,000. The 1971 Barracuda marks the end of the third generation of the car, known for its distinctive styling.

Answer to Article 1
This is a real paragraph from a real website. The whole article was rife with errors. We are here to show you the correct list of engines available for the LeMans in 1963:

• Trophy 4 one-barrel rated at 110 (export), 115, 120, and 140 horsepower
• Trophy 4 four-barrel rated at 166 horsepower
• 326 two-barrel rated at 250 and 260 horsepower
• 326 HO four-barrel rated at 280 horsepower
• 421 Super Duty rated at 405 horsepower

Answer to Article 2
This is AI. It’s strange there was no mention of the hardtop—just the SportsRoof. Plus, how could 7,454 of the 11,099 Cobra SportsRoofs be equipped with the 428 CJ when that engine was the only one available? What AI means to say is that 7,454 SportsRoofs (so the hardtop is not included) were equipped with the R-code 428 Cobra Jet with ram air, as there also was a Q-code CJ without ram air. The 3,910 number pertains to R-code SportsRoof four-speeds, which arguably isn’t a significant number when 3,544 automatics were built. We looked up several Marti Reports posted online to certify our stats.

Answer to Article 3
This is another real article from a website. So, what was Pontiac’s muscle wagon that was the first of its kind? The website claims the LeMans Safari wagon, but the only Safari wagons in 1964 were the Tempest and Tempest Custom. Plus, no A-body other than a LeMans equipped with the GTO package received the 389. This would be true for the entire GTO’s existence.

Answer to Article 4
Like Article 2, this is AI. Generic descriptors like “highly sought-after” and “unique styling and performance” smack of AI (or a low-grade writer). The third generation of the Barracuda was built from 1970-74, so clearly 1971 was not the final year, “distinctive styling” or not.

As you can see, it is difficult to tell which is AI and which is a poor article. What we infer from this is that AI sources information from bad websites like these, giving enthusiasts a double whammy and creating a race to the bottom for the hobby and beyond. You can count on us at The ClassicCars.com Journal to promote quality content, so curb your patronizing of lame web sites and things on Facebook, Instagram, etc. that don’t have positive outcomes or anyone’s interests in mind.

Currently listed on AutoHunter is this custom 1971 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne pickup. Nineteen seventy-one was the first year for the Cheyenne trim level for Chevrolet pickups, which appears to be part of this Fleetside pickup’s pedigree. But there have been so many upgrades that purists may shed a tear that the Cheyenne’s “supple vinyl” seat is no longer present. But read on, gentle enthusiast, as there’s plenty of goodness in the build, such as a new 350 V8 crate engine paired with a Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 automatic. Finished in Matte Red over a custom black vinyl interior, this C10 is offered by the selling dealer with a clear title.

The Matte Red paint is complemented by chrome bumpers front and rear. Other features include dual chrome side mirrors (part of the Cheyenne package), chrome and black trim along the sides and tailgate, a bedliner, and a hinged tonneau cover. This C10 rolls on 20-inch chrome Rev wheels wrapped in 245/45 Atturo radial tires.

The cabin features a black vinyl TMI bench seat with complementary custom door panels. Other features include a red/black Billet Specialties three-spoke steering wheel, a tilt column, power steering, and a radio-delete plate.

Instrumentation includes a 160-mph speedometer, 8,000-rpm tachometer, and gauges for the oil pressure, coolant temperature, voltage, and fuel. The odometer shows 118 miles, though the title reads this vehicle is mileage-exempt.

The 350 crate engine features a Holley Sniper electronic fuel injection system, an Edelbrock intake manifold, and Hedman headers. Note the chrome pulleys! The horses are yoked to a Turbo Hydra-matic 350 three-speed automatic.

The undercarriage features a 12-bolt Positraction rear end with 3.55 gears. A Borla dual exhaust system dumps emissions by the differential. Power front disc brakes help bring any type of velocity to a standstill.

Who knew that a workhorse such as this would eventually become a collectible to the delight of hot rodders everywhere? Yet that’s what has happened with vintage pickup trucks like this custom 1971 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne. Good looks and horsepower in a distinctly American package! There is a little time left to place your bid, but not much—the auction will end on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (PDT).

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It’s difficult to introduce a new automotive brand. But when you’re the Volkswagen Group, there are resources and money to support the endeavor. Why Volkswagen Group needs another brand is up for conjecture, but this new marque, Cupra, may hit our shores in the not-too-distant future.

Spain is not known for being a major home of automotive manufacturing, but it has managed to produce badge-engineered Fiat models for years. Known as SEAT—pronounced seh-aht (and, coincidentally, rhyming with Fiat)—it’s an acronym for Sociedad Espoñola de Automóviles de Turismo or “Spanish Society of Passenger Cars.” The 1950 inception initiated a joint venture between a government-owned institution and Fiat, but the Volkswagen Group bought SEAT in 1986. By 1991, the Spanish company began building its first model completely developed under Volkswagen Group’s ownership. Today, the brand exists in over 70 countries.

Compared to Volkswagen, SEAT has a more affordable price point, with edgier styling and less strange model names. Today, SEAT produces a subsidiary called Cupra. Though Cupra Racing originated from SEAT’s motorsports exploits (originally as SEAT Sport), Cupra in turn was established as an official high-performance brand in 2018. The first cars were Volkswagen-based, but a unique Cupra vehicle appeared for 2021. All models have been hatchbacks or crossover SUVs.

The newest model in the Cupra portfolio is the Terramar, a vehicle based on Volkswagen Group’s MQB platform, which includes familiar names like the VW Arteon and Atlas. Currently, it is either a mild hybrid or PHEV. According to Car and Driver, Cupra has aspirations to penetrate the American market as a sporty brand positioned between VW and Audi by the end of the decade. The Formentor, a subcompact battery-electric crossover, is one of the models anticipated for these shores, with another mid-sized SUV to be built in North America. According to a Cupra rep, the Terramar demonstrates “where we are, where we are going, and where we want to go in the future.” Car and Driver feels the mild hybrid comes closest to exhibiting the style and dynamics for which the brand strives.

A lot can happen in five years—witness manufacturers backing off from EV goals for the end of the decade. A Cupra on these shores smacks of brand sprawl, considering we already have Volkswagen, Audi, and Porsche. What are your thoughts? Tell us in the comments section below.

Mother’s Day is coming up Sunday, May 11. If you need an idea of what to get the car-loving mama in your life, whether it’s your mom or the mother of your children, take a look at the list below. It’s possibly too late to gift them for this year, but at least you’ll be prepared for 2026.

EXPERIENCES
If the mother in your life prefers experiences over gifts, there are plenty of those out there. Land Rover offers a variety of Experience Drives, which start at $275 for one hour, and Family Experiences, priced from $450, that will allow her to learn more about the capability of Land Rover vehicles while she’s surrounded by the beauty of nature.

There are also several high-performance driving experiences available from various manufacturers. At the National Corvette Museum, Mom can zoom around the Motorsport Park‘s road course in a C7 Stingray, C8 Stingray, Camaro, or all three. Is she more of a luxury car kind of lady? Then book her an AMG Experience in a 577-horsepower SL 63.

Maybe Mom prefers the quiet of a museum. There’s a place for her. Actually, there are quite a few, such as the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum in Auburn, Indiana. It houses an average of 120 vehicles from the three brands as well as artifacts on three floors. Mom can even see 1925–1937 models in the museum’s Art Deco Company Showroom, which has a “terrazzo floor, lit by Art Deco chandeliers and sconces that highlight the elegance, beauty, and depth of this impressive space, just as it did in 1930.“

Another great place to go with Mom? The Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction, which will be taking place October 15-18. Get your tickets for it by clicking here.

For something a little closer to home, try a local car show. There’s a good chance it’ll be in the parking lot of a restaurant, so you can treat Mom to lunch or dinner afterward.

ONE-ON-ONES
No matter what Mom does on Mother’s Day, she wants to do it with you. To keep crowds of strangers out of your plans with her, you can take a long drive to a place she’s always wanted to see or, if Mom is the outdoorsy type, go car camping in a picturesque area. Your mom may just want to watch an old car movie, such as “Smokey and the Bandit,” like she did when you were a kid. You know what would maximize her viewing pleasure? A Diablo sandwich and a Dr. Pepper.

KEEPSAKES

Let’s say Mom would rather have something she can look at every day that reminds her of you. A car will definitely get the job done. Sure, if you have the means, you can get a showroom-fresh one (such as a 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Calligraphy AWD) delivered to her house with a giant bow on it. But you can also go the pre-owned route. In fact, you have to if Mom wants a 1965 Ford Mustang like the one she drove in college.

On a much smaller scale (literally), you can get Mom a model of a car that’s attractive or meaningful to her. Maisto covers a lot of makes and models at an affordable price. For more detail (and a higher price), try out AutoArt. Really looking to impress Mom (while terrifying your accountant)? Buy her a 1:8-scale Bugatti Type 57 SC Atlantic from the Amalgam Collection for $24,995.

Has Mom always wanted a framed photo from an epic road trip you two went on several years ago? Now is the time to give it to her.

SMALL GESTURES

You can also show the gearhead mom in your life how much you care by doing little things. Out running errands in her car? Surprise her by filling her gas tank or getting her car washed. Back at the house, you can add to her peace of mind by changing her oil, airing up her tires to the perfect psi, or installing fresh wiper blades.

Any other ideas you’d add to this list? Post them in the Comments below.

The Maserati brand was born in 1914 as a collaboration among three brothers who had the Maserati last name: Alfieri, Ernesto, and Ettore. The company was based in Bologna, Italy, and first entered the racing scene in 1926 with a car called the Tipo 26. There were only 11 examples of the Tipo 26 built, each one powered by a 1.5-liter inline-eight paired with a three-speed manual.

Maserati subsequently made a name for itself in the racing scene, winning 1st place at the Indianapolis 500 in both 1939 and 1940 as well as a Formula One Grand Prix World Championship in 1957. Today, the brand’s name remains synonymous with exclusive luxury, Italian craftsmanship, and high performance – all of which are found in the car spotlighted here.

Featured on AutoHunter is this 2013 Maserati GranTurismo Sport. The car is being sold by a dealer in Paso Robles, California, and the auction will end Monday, May 12, 2025, at 12:15 p.m. PDT.

When compared to the Tipo 26, the GranTurismo is a vastly different machine: It is not powered by an inline-eight, but rather a Ferrari-influenced 4.7-liter DOHC V8 mated to a paddle-shifted ZF six-speed automatic transmission. Maserati rated the powertrain at 460 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque when new, placing it squarely in the midst of the Bentley Continental GT, Mercedes-Benz SL, Jaguar XK, and other European competitors.

This GT is no garage queen; it’s been driven 51,406 miles. But according to the CARFAX report, there are about a dozen service records throughout the car’s history. Recent maintenance included the replacement of the air filters, alternator, intake manifold gaskets, and serpentine belt in September 2024. A California emissions inspection was performed in July of that year. The car was originally sold new in California. It subsequently spent time in both Oregon and Arizona before returning to California in mid-2024.

The first-generation GranTurismo (dubbed the “M145” internally) was first shown to the public in 2007 at the Geneva Motor Show and produced in Maserati’s Modena, Italy assembly plant between the 2008 and 2019 model years. The car was promoted as an “overachiever” and a “Pininfarina masterpiece,” unequalled in style and impossible to ignore. When new, the Sport had a starting suggested retail price of $126,000 (with different trim levels and options that could boost that figure to over $143,000). That was a good chunk of change back in the day – and it still is today.

Such was the price to pay for a rewarding driving experience. The good news is that buying a pre-owned example like this one will set you back far less. When this car was assembled in 2013, the Maserati brand was already building on 99 years of engineering experience, so you know it paid attention to the details. We think the three original Maserati brothers would be proud of what their brand has become.

The auction for this 2013 Maserati GranTurismo Sport ends Monday, May 12, 2025, at 12:15 p.m. (PDT).

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There’s more than one way to wreck a Lamborghini. Plenty of people have done it by flying into a curve and losing control of the car. Others have gone too fast on a track and relied on too little skill to keep the front end from eating a tire wall. This weekend, a very different kind of Lambo – a Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63 yacht – was wrecked in the water off the coast of Miami Beach.

In 2020, Lamborghini and The Italian Sea Group announced the debut of the “Tecnomar for Lamborghini 63,” which referred to Lamborghini being founded in 1963 (63 also happens to be the yacht’s length in feet). Developed by The Italian Sea Group, with contributions from Lamborghini’s Centro Stile designers, the 63 features visual elements from a variety of classic and modern Raging Bulls. It was inspired by the Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 hybrid hypercar and has a hull and superstructure with lines that resemble those of the Miura and Countach. According to Lamborghini, “The hard top is inspired by Lamborghini roadsters: providing sun and wind protection while guaranteeing an outstanding aerodynamic performance. The bow lights are an homage to the Lamborghini concept car Terzo Millennio and to the Sián FKP 37, both distinctive for their Y-shaped front lights.”

Other press photos show familiar Lamborghini hardware, such as sculpted bucket seats with harnesses, three-spoke steering wheel, and hexagonal and Y-shaped interior elements. At the rear is not one but two V12s that produce 2,000 horsepower each, which enable the watercraft to cruise at 40 knots and max out at 63 knots, as Tecnomar’s numbers show.

Another important number for the Lamborghini yacht is how many people it can hold at one time. Tecnomar says it can accommodate up to five guests and two crew members staying onboard. But how many people can be on the 63 in general?

Fox News and CBS News report the approximately $4 million 63 that partially sank in Biscayne Bay can hold up to 16 people – but was carrying 32 when it started going down stern-first. Luckily, everyone onboard, many of them social media influencers, was rescued by the Coast Guard and Good Samaritans.

The 63 itself was removed with the help of air flotation devices. So if you see one pop up for sale at a great price, proceed with caution unless you want a Lamborghini with a lot of flood damage.