Best Years: The Most Iconic Classic American Muscle Cars

Muscle cars have been immortalized in film classics like “Rebel Without a Cause,” “Bullitt,” and “Blues Brothers.” The high-octane drama is matched by these vehicles that are built for unbelievable performance on the road. These two-door sports cars with top-grade engines are American originals that have beguiled collectors for decades. The cult following provides the exciting climate of looking for the best finds as collectors scour garages, dealerships, and other places for that great car.

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Because prices do go up as the car gets older, experts advise buyers to give that intuition a try and purchase that classic American car now that you strongly feel would break market records in the future. Here are some iconic choices, just to offer you a perspective:

1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400 WS6:  The Firebird Formula by Pontiac may not be as popular and coveted as the other late 1970s models like Trans Am, but this two-door, eight-cylinder hunk has superior suspension enhancements and engine performance option with the Pontiac 400. The combination is a rare combination that a collector can take advantage of.

Ford Mustang:  Most of the Ford Mustangs have that iconic feel. They secured a market of young people clamoring for that hot-rod coolness and top-tier performance engines under the hood. Leading the pony car revolution of the 1960s, it redefined the sports car industry and had since become one of the most popular and successful models.

1970 Oldsmobile 442 W-30:  The Oldsmobile 442 was the answer to the horsepower mania of that muscle-car era by one of the oldest automotive brands in the world it was discontinued in 2004. For more than a century, Oldsmobile was an active innovator in the auto industry with its notable works on transmission, engine layout, and performance. The 442 became one of the most sought-after supercar models under the GM house.

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Three accident-proof games for your next family camping trip

Though they take a lot of time for preparation, family camping trips are fun. But children will tend to get bored in these trips especially when they’re away from the comfort of their home.

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So, here are three camping activities that will make sure your children won’t utter the words “I’m bored.”

1. Scavenger hunt

Kids love scavenger hunts, and the outdoors is a great place to hold one. Have them collect items that are readily available in the area. Use cloth bags rather than plastic to store items. To make it a little competitive, have the losing team roast and serve marshmallows at night.

2. Camping Olympics

This is an all-day event that can turn your camping trips to one of the most memorable ever. Long jump can be done on a sandy beach, relay races in an open area, and swimming competitions in the water. Grab a rope to play tug-of-war. Just remember to keep it light for younger kids.

3. Cloud watching

This is perfect for when you want to rest after an exhausting day of games and activities. Just spread out a blanket in a shady spot and stare at the sky. You can play I spy or just chill out and tell stories.

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