The Chevy Chevette was an absolutely terrible car. It was a horrendous piece of garbage. However, that all changes when you rip out the 85 horsepower factory motor and slap in a 555ci V8 with a pair of 82mm turbochargers. Then, and only then, does it become something absolutely amazing.
While this is far from the first time we’ve seen a Camaro spin donuts to pass the time, we would have to say that this one is, in fact, a bit unique from the rest.
This week’s flashback features a television commercial for the 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS396 – a car which was so awesome, it drew a crowd that prevents the owner from driving away.
With the Hennessey Venom GT now making 1,451 horsepower from its twin-turbocharged V8 motor, Hennessey is considering taking a new direction after it debuts the even more powerful Venom F5 coming very soon.