The Dodge Charger and Dodge Challenger has a loyal fan base, despite having aging platforms. Do these models still capture your interest?
Bring a Trailer Bargain of the Week: 1982 Porsche 911 SC
Air-cooled 911s are some of the most valuable Porsches, but they’re also arguably over-valued for what they offer. However, not every model or generation is priced so far out of reach. And one of these bargains takes the spotlight today on Bring a Trailer: a 1982 Porsche 911 SC. What makes the Porsche 911 SC …
Lease a Used $3.3 Million Bugatti Chiron Sport for $66,000 a Month
The Bugatti Chiron Sport is a hypercar that few people will ever see, and fewer will own. However, that doesn’t stop us from doing a bit of daydreaming and checking out the monthly cost of leasing a used Chiron Sport. Brooks Weisblat from DragTimes recently took a trip to Bugatti Broward to get a quote …
The 2021 BMW M440i xDrive Is a Sports Car Letdown
There is no denying that the new BMW M440i xDrive has a face only a mother could love. Aesthetics aside, BMW‘s newest sporty coupe sounds great on paper. A powerful engine, all-wheel drive, and a quick-shifting transmission should come together to form a great sports car. Despite this, a recent review of the M440i xDrive …
The Volkswagen Corrado Was an Overlooked Innovative Porsche Wannabe
Today, brands like Lamborghini and Bugatti help Volkswagen experiment on high-performance technology and engineering. However, the German automaker has a history of doing so all on its own, though not always successfully. The XL1, for example, was an attempt to make a 235+ mpg car. The Phaeton was arguably a preview of the first Bentley …
Is There More To the 2021 BMW M440i Than Just Its Looks?
The 2021 4 Series’ appearance has certainly caused a stir amongst BMW’s fans and critics alike. However, while the looks may be controversial, at least on the high-performance M4, they’re functional. And if the M4 is a bit too hardcore, there’s also an M Performance model: the 2021 BMW M440i xDrive. But just because a …
The Newest and Coolest Volkswagen Golf GTI Will Make You Sad
The Volkswagen Golf GTI is the coolest. Nearly every iteration of this car has been cool. Well, VW has just announced the latest version, the 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport. You may be wondering how the announcement of the coolest GTI could possibly be sad news. Take a seat, and I’ll tell you. All this …
The 2021 Ford Mustang Just Became an Incredibly Better Value Buy
The base model of the 2021 Ford Mustang just got even better. Do these changes make you more interested in buying the iconic pony car?
The New 2021 BMW 4 Series is Surprisingly Unattractive
The BMW brand has always been good at balancing out performance with style. They’ve produced everything from sports cars to SUVs — though unfortunately, we have yet to see a BMW truck — that reflects the racing heritage of the company by providing power as well as a never-ending enhancement to style. The 4 Series …
The Mid-Engined Chevy Corvette C8 Is Ruined
Years ago, when I had first heard that Chevrolet was doing research and design to turn their iconic sports car, the Corvette, into a mid-engine roadster, I couldn’t be more excited. The Chevy Corvette was one of the first cars that I ever loved, and I share some of my fondest memories of riding shotgun …
The Ford Mustang RTR Makes The Brand Even Cooler
The Ford Mustang is one of the most popular options for a true American muscle car. There are so many trim levels that you can find one to fit almost any driving style or lifestyle. In fact, for a sports car, the Mustang is pretty versatile, so it is understandable why so many people choose …
The American Invasion: A C8 Chevy Corvette in the UK
As impressive as the Shelby GT500 Mustang is, traditionally America’s sports car has been the Chevy Corvette. And the latest model, the mid-engine C8 Corvette, is even more of a threat to overseas sports cars, including the Toyota Supra. It can’t quite out-accelerate a GT-R, but it does out-speed a few AMG sedans. But the …
4 Great Convertible Roadsters to Enjoy Fall to the Fullest
Driving in the summer is nice, but there is just something so relaxing about the fall. The crisp fall air, the beauty of leaves changing, the smell of bonfires, there is so much to love about fall. Driving with your windows down is nice, but driving with the top down on your convertible is picturesque. …
Keanu Reeves’ ‘Cyberpunk 2077’ Porsche 911 Turbo Exists IRL
Few sports cars are as iconic as the Porsche 911, or as desirable, especially in air-cooled form. It influences not only the company’s other cars but its design work outside the automotive segment. Porsche hasn’t just collaborated with other automakers and bike companies, but it’s also designed a Star Wars starship. And now, it’s helped …
The 2020 Fiat 124 is the Affordable Sports Car You’ll Love
Our idea of sports cars usually leaves us thinking that they are generally unaffordable, but that isn’t always the case. In fact, there are a handful of great roadsters you can get even on a pretty tight budget, but one of the best by far is the Fiat 124. It’s unique styling, and relatively rare …
Ford Just Killed the Mustang GT’s Highest Performing Variant
The Ford Mustang is, without a doubt, one of the best-selling sports cars in the United States. As of late, the iconic muscle car has undergone some significant changes. In June, Ford announced the resurgence of the Mustang Mach 1 as a high-performance version of the GT. Toward the beginning of October, we saw Ford …
The 1750-Hp SSC Tuatara May Be the World’s Fastest Production Car
Whether you’re after the world’s most expensive car or the fastest car, most people think of Bugatti. Although the McLaren F1 is still the fastest naturally-aspirated car, the Bugatti Chiron out-paces it. That hasn’t stopped automakers like Hennessey and Koenigsegg from trying to claim that title, though. However, reports out of Nevada seem to indicate …
The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Will Set You Back Over $52,000
The Ford Mustang has undergone some significant changes as of late. The end of 2020 sees Ford killing off the ultra-sporty GT350 and GT350R, as well as the movie-themed Bullit. Thankfully, however, the American carmaker has left us with the Mach 1 as a consolation prize. The Mach 1 makes fair use of its soon-to-be-dead …
Avoid This Sports Car if You Value Fuel Economy
We don’t always expect our sports cars to have the best fuel economy. In fact, chances are if you care about fuel economy you might opt for something that’s altogether electric. In modern times, we’ve laid to rest the idea that large displacement motors are the only way to get impressive power, and starting introducing …
Jay Leno’s 1996 Dodge Viper GTS Still Knocks His Socks Off
Large amounts of horsepower are easily available in Dodge dealerships these days. But while the brand offers a high-powered sedan, coupe, and even an SUV, it doesn’t have an actual sports car. At least, not anymore—not since the Dodge Viper was canceled. And as Jay Leno recently demonstrated with his 1996 Dodge Viper GTS, the …
One of the Coolest Sports Cars Just Died
Leave it to Italy to make a truly beautiful and (sort of) affordable sports car and then kill it. I guess beauty is temporary, or something like that. The Alfa Romeo 4C was a brilliant and beautiful little car that I am quite sad to see go. That’s right; the Alfa 4C is gone from …
Is the 2020 Ford Mustang EcoBoost HPP a Better Sports Car Than the 2021 Toyota Supra 2.0?
In the past, a four-cylinder engine in a muscle or pony car spelled disaster. That’s not the case with the latest Ford Mustang. Indeed, the Ford Mustang EcoBoost is something of a performance bargain. And that’s before adding the High Performance Package. But can a pony car really hang with something designed from the beginning …
Why Does the 2021 Mercedes-Amg GT Black Series Cost $389,000?
The Black Series name is commonly attached to Mercedes-AMG’s most powerful and expensive models. The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series is not only a mouthful to name but also the most powerful Mercedes-AMG ever. With a twin-turbo V8 under the hood, a carbon fiber covered body, and imposing aerodynamics; it certainly isn’t cheap. According to …
Ford Is Sending the Mustang Shelby GT350 Off Right With This Special Edition
The Ford Mustang is arguably the most iconic muscle car in American history. It has gone through many changes and forms throughout the years, with drivers seeing many versions of the Mustang hit the road. The Ford brand brought back one of its most famous Mustangs, the Shelby GT350 in 2015, as a nod to …
The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Looks Cooler Than Ever
It was tragic news for Mercedes-Benz fans when the news hit that the German automaker is cutting cars to make room for more SUVs and crossovers. Not all cars are being cut, however, and the Mercedes-AMG GT is still going to be an option for drivers. In fact, it’s getting some major updates. MotorTrend reports …
You Really Should Buy a Volkswagen Golf GTI
There are plenty of great cars in the world. There are great cars that do everything well, and the cost reflects like the Lamborghini Urus. Some vehicles do a few things well enough to make it worth the more spartan appointments like a base-trim pick-up truck or economy cars like the Chevy Silverado or Honda …
The Stylish Aston Martin DB9 Is Now a ‘Relatively’ Affordable V12-Powered Luxury GT
As expensive as brand-new Aston Martins are, like other super-exclusive supercars, eventually they’re just used cars. That means, if you can handle the potential maintenance costs, you can wind up with some real bargains. The V8 Vantage, for example, is both fairly affordable and reliable enough for daily use. And then there’s one of Martha …
The 2022 Subaru BRZ Should Arrive This Fall With Big Upgrades
The Subaru BRZ arrived in North American back in 2012 as an affordable, rear-wheel-drive sports car for the masses. Now, over eight years after its initial debut, Subaru has decided to release a teaser of what the next-gen BRZ will look like. Although the teaser image mostly shows the front wheel and tire, we should …
The Manhart MH4 GTR Sends the 2020 BMW M4 off With Hellcat-Level Power
The M4 is getting a hefty update for 2021; BMW’s also giving it a whole catalog of performance parts. But before the coupe gets its new (functional) grille, it’s getting some love from German tuner Manhart Performance. It’s called the MH4 GTR, and it has enough power to rival the Dodge Charger Hellcat. The Manhart …
How Much Will the 2021 Audi RS5 Cost?
The Audi RS5 Coupe and Sportback models are getting a refresh for the 2021 model year. Expected changes to this Audi model include new aggressive exterior styling, innovative technology, and an advanced infotainment system. There are also two new versions of the Audi RS5 being introduced. The Ascari launch and Black Optic launch are limited edition variants …
Bring a Trailer Bargain of the Week: 1949 MG TC EXU
Today, the Mazda Miata is arguably the definitive affordable convertible sports car. But it didn’t spring up out of nowhere. The Miata is based on classic British roadsters like the MGB, the Triumph Spitfire, and the Austin-Healey Sprite. But they in turn come from another car: the MG TC. Not only is it an important …
2021 Audi R8 RWD Arrives With Less Power and Cheaper Price
Since its release, the second-generation Audi R8 has benefited from the Lamborghini Huracán’s major components. The supercar siblings have the same 5.2-liter V10 engine and seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. Lamborghini recently announced the arrival of the new Huracán Evo RWD, and subsequently, Audi has introduced the 2021 R8 RWD. According to Audi, the new rear-wheel-drive model …
The BMW M3 GT Is the Coolest E36 M3 the US Never Got
The E30 M3’s status as a revered classic BMW isn’t just due to performance. It led to a long line of sports sedans, with the 2021 BMW M3 being the latest heir. However, the E30’s immediate successor, the E36 M3, doesn’t have quite the same reputation, especially in the US. That’s because, in addition to …
The Story of How the Mazda MX-5 Miata Got Its Start
The current-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata is one of the most capable affordable sports cars available for sale. However, the small sporty roadster’s story began back in the 1980s. At the time, Mazda’s lineup consisted mostly of family vehicles with nothing positioned below the rotary-engine-powered RX7. Mazda took a gamble by investing in a mass-market sports …
This Hennessey Camaro Will Exorcise The Dodge Demon
We love muscle cars, and even if you don’t want to admit it, you probably do too. Whether its classic muscle or a modern-day powerhouse, Americans just seem to love a true American-made muscle car. For some people, that could mean a Ford Mustang, but if you’re looking for something a little demonic, you might …
The 2020 C8 Corvette’s Worst Aspect Gets Nailed in This Bloomberg List
A good car can have a sub-par interior, but it’s harder for a car to be truly great without a decent interior. I doubt it needs pointing out, but the interior is where we are. It matters. Race cars have bleak interiors because they are tools designed for a specific task. Every-day road cars, however, …
The 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series Is a 720-Hp Road-Legal Racer
If you need a fast Mercedes in your life, you turn to AMG. Once an independent tuner, and now Mercedes-Benz’s performance division, it has an extensive history of tweaking the automaker’s products, starting with the 300SEL 6.3 sedan. But there’s another level beyond ‘just’ the AMG badge: the Black Series. And there’s a new model …
McLaren Plans to Release a Hybrid Supercar in 2021
McLaren has been having a bit of a tough time financially as of late. In June, the British carmaker tried to leverage its Woking factory and car collection to take out loans. At the beginning of September, we saw McLaren list its headquarters for a measly $259 million, as reported by The Drive. In an …
The Honda Civic Si Won’t Be Coming Back in 2021
Since its introduction, the Honda Civic Si has played a vital role in Honda’s overall lineup. Throughout most of the generations, buyers have been able to opt between a sedan, coupe, or hatchback form factor. For the 10th generation of the Civic Si, Honda took a bit of an unusual approach, only offering it as …
The 2021 BMW M3’s Obnoxious Grille Actually Serves a Purpose
BMW is an automaker built on performance and quality. Its loyal fans are some of the biggest car enthusiasts in the world, reveling in the iconic design and power that typically comes from a BMW car. But the automaker has made some recent design changes to some of its cars’ front ends, that are less …
Lexus Managed to Sell 1 Brand-New LFA in Q3 2020
The Lexus LF-A arrived in 2010 as a carbon-fiber-bodied, V10-powered supercar. It was only on sale for two model years, and production officially ended in December of 2012. Now, almost eight years after its demise, Lexus is still selling brand-new LF-As. A recent report by GoodCarBadCar highlighted the sale of one brand-new LF-A in September …
The 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata Looks Out of Place on This MotorTrend List
The Mazda MX-5 Miata convertible offers a thrilling ride but seems a bit out of place when you pit the Miata against some of the biggest names in performance vehicles. Ferrari, Corvette, and even the McLaren has some pretty nice-looking convertibles on the market. So, why would the tiny Miata be considered a player in …
The 2020 BMW M8 Convertible Gets Praise for Looking Insanely Cool
For many, there’s nothing like a convertible. With their timeless style and great flexibility, they provide a unique driving experience. In a convertible, you can enjoy a summer day in the open-air or sight-seeing under starry skies. The best part? Many of the convertibles like the BMW M8 and other models on the market today are …
This New Toyota Will Have Almost 1000 hp
Thinking of Toyota, the more popular models like the Camry and Corolla probably come to mind. If you love the older generation of Fast and Furious cars or even modern remakes, you might even think about the Supra. Chances are, words like race car or performance never came to mind. Well, with the new Toyota …
The 2020 Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock Accidentally Became a Collector’s Item
If you wanted a 2020 Dodge Challenger SRT Super Stock, you may be out of luck. Did you miss out after its production was cut to ~200 units?
The Alfa Romeo 4C Is an Italian Sports Car You Can Actually Afford
Think of an Italian mid-engined sports car, and the first brands that come to mind are most likely Ferrari or Lamborghini. Sadly for us regular folk, neither of those brands produce cars below the six-figure mark. An often forgotten option is the Alfa Romeo 4C with its carbon fiber chassis, turbocharged engine, and its $67,150 …
You Won’t Regret the Acura NSX or the BMW i8
If you’re on the market for a new sports car, there are plenty of options available now. In addition to having high-powered hybrid engines, these cars have futuristic designs that really make them stand out. Two of the coolest cars we’ve seen are the Acura NSX and BMW i8, and MotorTrend helped contextualize just how …
Bring a Trailer Bargain of the Week: 1966 Honda S600 Coupe
It’s been over 50 years since the first car bearing the Honda badge was sold in the US. That car, the N600, still influences the Japanese automaker’s designs. But it also inspired an immediate successor series of cars. And one of the earliest, the Honda S600, is this week’s Bring a Trailer bargain buy. The …
Cars and Bids Bargain of the Week: 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT SL
If you get your timing right, it’s possible to find some real bargains on online auction sites. And if you’re after modern and relatively-modern enthusiast vehicles, Cars and Bids is an excellent resource. We’ve once again scoured the site to find a good deal. And this week’s choice is an often-overlooked Japanese classic, and one …
Dodge Managed to Sell 2 Brand-New Vipers in Q3 2020
The Dodge Viper utilizes a winning sportscar formula, a big V10 engine up front, a six-speed manual transmission, and drive going to the rear wheels. Unfortunately, the Viper sales were not enough to sustain it, with Dodge announcing its retirement back in 2017. Despite this, a new sales report from FCA states that Dodge sold …
