Consider this, if you will. You have an impressionable 10-year-old boy, who worships his dad and has gone to car shows with him since he was four years old. Thanks in large measure to his pops, he appreciates and learns about cars from the early 1900's up to the present day, but has a soft spot in his heart and his gearhead brain for automobiles from the Art Deco Design 1930's up through the swingin' muscle car 1950's, 60's, 70's and the exotic super and hyper cars of today.

When you start a classic car project, there are two paths you can take: restoration or restomod. The former brings the vehicle back to its factory-fresh condition using original-style restoration parts, while the latter aims to modernize aspects of the car to make it faster, more agile, and more comfortable. We've often heard discussions about the pros and cons of each approach, but this video from YouTube channel RestoMods offers a quick head-to-head comparison between two comparable 1970 Dodge Chargers. Each is set up with a 426ci Hemi V8, manual transmission, bucket seats, and the sleek, muscular appearance Mopar fans know and love.

The golden era of American muscle cars brought us some of the coolest vehicles in automotive history, with Mopar — a combination of "Motor" and "Parts" under Chrysler — leading the charge. Between 1960 and 1976, Mopar manufactured a wide array of A-body, B-body, and E-body cars under its Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth divisions. These included legendary models like the Charger, Challenger, Barracuda, Road Runner, Super Bee, GTX, Dart, and Duster. Enthusiasts and restorers alike often rely on decoding information such as VINs, fender tags, and broadcast sheets to verify originality, specs, and authenticity. Below, we've provided a detailed VIN decoder and step-by-step guide to help you learn more about your classic Mopar car.

For Mopar enthusiasts, the 1960-1976 period represents a golden era of performance and design. Chrysler’s A, B, and E-body vehicles—spanning iconic models such as the Dodge Dart, Plymouth Barracuda, Dodge Charger, and the legendary Plymouth Road Runner—are among the most revered in automotive history. Restoring and customizing these vehicles requires access to quality, period-correct parts, which is where Classic Industries steps in. Known for offering high-quality reproduction and aftermarket parts for classic cars, Classic Industries provides an indispensable catalog that caters to the unique needs of A, B, and E-Body Mopar restorations.

How much horsepower is too much? Conventional wisdom tells us that the concept of "too much of a good thing" always applies, but as gearheads, we're always chasing a little more power and speed. There's nothing quite like the feeling of mashing the gas pedal and getting shoved back in your seat by the overwhelming force of a big V8. That said, the new Mopar Direct Connection 1500 Hemi crate engine — which offers 1,500 horsepower and over 1,000 ft-lbs of torque straight out of the box — is definitely enough power to toe the line between fun and scary.

The 75th Annual O'Reilly Auto Parts Grand National Roadster Show, presented by Meguiar’s, celebrated America’s longest-running indoor car show. From January 31 to February 2, 2025, the Pomona Fairplex hosted hundreds of the nation’s finest hot rods, customs, muscle cars, trucks, and motorcycles for a weekend that showcased automotive artistry of the highest level.

Most American pony cars and muscle cars of the 1960's owe their Coke bottle styling to an industrial designer named Raymond Loewy. Mr. Loewy originated the Coke bottle shape with his design of the 1962 Studebaker Avanti. The silhouette is characterized as having a narrow midsection where the doors are located and curvaceous bulges atop the front fender located where the front wheel is and the rear wheel atop the quarter panels.

Mark Worman, the passionate and meticulous mind behind Graveyard Carz, has spent his career breathing life back into the rarest and most iconic Mopar muscle cars. Known for his unwavering dedication to originality and detail, Worman has turned his Springfield, Oregon-based restoration shop into a beacon for car enthusiasts worldwide. Partnering with Classic Industries, a premier supplier of restoration parts, Worman has amplified his mission to ensure these legendary vehicles are restored to factory condition.

When you're speaking to an expert in any particular field, it's always interesting to find out how they spend their time when they're off the clock. For example, the albums your favorite musician listens to at home will certainly influence their future recordings, and the meals a world-renowned chef cooks for their family will provide insight into their best recipes. In the classic car world, Mike Musto from Hemmings is one such expert, and his personal 1968 Dodge Charger sheds light on his standard for a tasteful, functional muscle car. He recently published a video that shows some of its key features.

Chip Foose is a name synonymous with automotive artistry and innovation. Known for his seamless blend of creative vision, technical expertise, and passion for car restoration, Foose has become a legendary figure in the custom car industry. His iconic television show, Overhaulin', has not only showcased his remarkable skills but has also inspired millions of automotive enthusiasts around the world. Among his many partnerships, Foose's collaboration with Classic Industries stands out as a perfect marriage of talent and resources, resulting in automotive magic.