The Pros and Cons of Getting a Muscle Car

The Pros and Cons of Getting a Muscle Car

Strengths of the Muscle Car Muscle cars are built for commanding power and acceleration. These cars excel at straight line acceleration such as drag racing, as well as casual weekend cruises. Smoky burn-outs and the unmistakable rumble of a highly tuned V8 are the hallmarks of old muscle cars, and this recipe hasn't changed whether you look at classic or modern examples. 

The engine of the muscle car is generally high in low-end torque and quite easily modified for more power. Parts for most muscle cars are relatively common and easy to acquire, and muscle cars tend to share a variety of engines and components that are interchangeable with a minimum of alteration. Because of their relatively simple technology, muscle cars tend to be very easy to work on as well, which is a great bonus to do-it-yourself enthusiasts.

Getting Muscle Car Parts

Restoring a muscle car is not a cheap endeavor. A complete stock restoration involves hard to find, original parts that cost more than the average. Ask any professional restorer or hot rod mechanic and the answer will be the same.

Low Price Restoration A local garage with an expertise on muscle car restoration should be consulted to get the actual cost of the kind of restoration job required. External factors such as paint quality and color are one of the most expensive modifications a muscle car will undergo, probably next to the engine and suspension