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PublisherQuarto Publishing Group USA

ISBN-100760365199

ISBN-139780760365199

eBay Product ID (ePID)22038688532

Product Key Features

Book TitleHemi Muscle 70 Years : Chrysler, Dodge and Plymouth High Performance

Number of Pages192 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2019

TopicAutomotive / History, Automotive / General, Automotive / Antique & Classic, Automotive / Pictorial

IllustratorYes

GenreTransportation

AuthorDarwin Holmstrom

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.9 in

Item Weight41.8 Oz

Item Length11.2 in

Item Width9.7 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2019-017898

ReviewsChock-full of information attractively illustrated with stunning photography and vintage advertising, If you're interested in an exciting and thoroughly told story with some compelling modern photos, pick up Hemi Muscle 70 years Chrysler, Dodge, & Plymouth High Performance .

Dewey Edition23

Dewey Decimal629.2220973

Table Of ContentUncorking the Beast 7 The Proto-Muscle Cars 25 Luxurious Muscle 63 Hemi Resurrection 77 The Street Hemi 115 Twenty-First-Century Hemi Muscle 165 Photography Credits 188 Index 189

SynopsisHemi Muscle 70 Years is the complete illustrated story of the legendary engine and the cars it powered. Author Darwin Holmstrom explores how Chrysler's Hemi engine became the number one choice for drag racers and stock car racers across the country, campaigned to great success by drivers like Richard Petty, Don Garlits, David Pearson, Sox and Martin, and more. In 1950, Chrysler debuted a potent high-performance overhead-valve V-8 engine. Originally called the FirePower, it would soon be better known by the name "Hemi." Intended to power Chrysler's luxury cars , the Hemi found a higher calling: humiliating its competitors on the street and at the race track . On top of learning how the Hemi engine came to be , you'll also see how the Hemi remained the engine to beat on the street, stuffed into some of the most desirable performance cars in automotive history: the 'Cuda, Road Runner, Charger, GTX, and Challenger, to name a few. The Hemi made such a lasting impact that Chrysler revived it as the top engine for the twenty-first century Challenger and Charger. Today, Hemi is a household name, known to enthusiasts and consumers alike, often imitated, never duplicated. Having found its way into both sports cars and luxury cars, you'll often hear: "Hey, has that thing got a Hemi in it?" This book answers "yes"...and offers the full exciting story!, Hemi Muscle 70 Years celebrates the anniversary of one of the most game-changing engines in American automotive history., Hemi Muscle 70 Years is the complete illustrated story of the legendary engine and the cars it powered. Author Darwin Holmstrom explores how Chrysler's Hemi engine became the number one choice for drag racers and stock car racers across the country, campaigned to great success by drivers like Richard Petty, Don Garlits, David Pearson, Sox and Martin, and more. In 1950, Chrysler debuted a potent high-performance overhead-valve V-8 engine. Originally called the FirePower, it would soon be better known by the name "Hemi." Intended to power Chrysler's luxury cars , the Hemi found a higher calling: humiliating its competitors on the street and at the race track . On top of learning how the Hemi engine came to be , you'll also see how the Hemi remained the engine to beat on the street, stuffed into some of the most desirable performance cars in automotive history: the 'Cuda, Road Runner, Charger, GTX, and Challenger, to name a few. The Hemi made such a lasting impact that Chrysler revived it as the top engine for the twenty-first century Challenger and Charger. Today, Hemi is a household name, known to enthusiasts and consumers alike, often imitated, never duplicated. Having found its way into both sports cars and luxury cars, you'll often hear: "Hey, has that thing got a Hemi in it?" This book answers "yes"...and offers the full exciting story, " Hemi Muscle Cars celebrates the 70th anniversary of one of the most game-changing engines in American automotive history. Hemi Muscle Cars is the complete illustrated story of the legendary engine and the cars it powered. Author Darwin Holmstrom explores how Chryslers Hemi engine became the number one choice for drag racers and stock car racers across the country, campaigned to great success by drivers like Richard Petty, Don Garlits, David Pearson, Sox and Martin, and more. In 1950, Chrysler debuted a potent high-performance overhead-valve V-8 engine. Originally called the FirePower, it would soon be better known by the name ""Hemi."" Intended to power Chrysler's luxury cars, the Hemi found a higher calling: humiliating its competitors on the street and at the race track. On top of learning how the Hemi engine came to be, you'll also see how the Hemi remained the engine to beat on the street, stuffed into some of the most desirable performance cars in automotive history: the 'Cuda, Road Runner, Charger, GTX, and Challenger, to name a few. The Hemi made such a lasting impact that Chrysler revived it as the top engine for the twenty-first century Challenger and Charger. Today, Hemi is a household name, known to enthusiasts and consumers alike, often imitated, never duplicated. Having found its way into both sports cars and luxury cars, you'll often hear: ""Hey, has that thing got a Hemi in it?"" This book answers ""yes""...and offers the full exciting story!"

LC Classification NumberTL215.C55H5948 2019