Hemi Muscle 70 Years: Chrysler, Dodge & Plymouth High Performance [Hardcover]

Description: Hemi Muscle 70 Years: Chrysler, Dodge & Plymouth High Performance [Hardcover] Product Description Hemi Muscle 70 Yearsis 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 Chryslers luxury cars, the Hemi found a higher calling: humiliating its competitorson 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 centuryChallenger 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 yesand offers the full exciting story! Review Anyone passionate about the marque will be glued to the pages for hours. Rider Magazine, praising the author'sIndian Motorcycles review When Top Muscle says it focuses on the rarest of the rare, it really means it. Top Muscle follows a simple and undeniably effective formula. AutoWeek, reviewing the author'sTop Muscle"If youre interested in an exciting and thoroughly told story with some compelling modern photos, pick up Hemi Muscle 70 years Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth High Performance." Mankind Unplugged"Chock-full of information attractively illustrated with stunning photography and vintage advertising"Hagerty.com About the Author Darwin Holmstrom has written, co-written, or contributed to more than thirty books on subjects ranging from motorcycles and muscle cars to Gibson Les Paul guitars, including Indian Motorcycles, GTO: Fifty Years, Let's Ride: Sonny Barger's Guide to Motorcyclying,Top Muscle: The Rarest Cars from America's Fastest Decade, BMW Motorcycles, The Life Harley-Davidson, and The Complete Idiot's Guide to Motorcycles. Darwin is a former senior editor at Motorbooks and former Midwestern editor for Motorcyclist magazine. Details Product Dimensions: 9.68503937 x 0.94488189 x 11.141732283 inches Item Weight: 2.95 pounds Shipping Weight: 2.95 pounds Manufacturer: Motorbooks Item MPN: 9780760365199 Item part number: 9780760365199 Fast and Free Shipping You're already purchasing the item. Why pay additional for shipping, especially slow shipping? We get your order shipped out within 1-business day and delivered to your doorstep as quickly as possible. Competitive Pricing With our dynamic pricing model, our prices are always competitive. Our prices are some of the lowest that you will find on the internet. Rest assured that you're getting a good deal when purchasing with us. 30-day Money Back Guarantee We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. If you're unhappy with the product for any reason, you may return it back for your money-back or a replacement within 30 days. No questions asked!

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