BMW Z4

BMW Z4 Starting price: $48,950 The rear-drive BMW Z4 is one of the top handling sports cars in the world. It is also unique amongst the top-performing cars in that the company includes a folding hardtop as standard equipment for the vehicle. The car is designed to have the build of the engine mounted behind the front wheels of the vehicle which gives it a mid-engine car feel. Rated as an above average daily driver, the Z4...

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MERCEDES-AMG GT S

MERCEDES-AMG GT S Starting price: $129,900 The Mercedes-AMG GT S has not only been a highly successful succeeding auto to the SLS AMG model, but it has quickly become one of the best handling sports cars in the world. The AMG GT S is not only an excellent handling automobile at high speeds, but it also does significantly above average as a daily driver. The car’s engine is rated at 479 ft-lbs of torque and 503 horsepower....

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NISSAN GT-R NISMO

NISSAN GT-R NISMO Starting price: $149,990 The Nissan GT-R NISMO supercar is one of the best handling sports cars on the market today. The auto lives up to its six figure price tag when it comes to driving the auto on the highway, and it handles just as good at high speeds as it does driving it around town. The stock engine in the vehicle is rated at 481 ft-lbs of torque and 600 horsepower. The GT-R is also fast. It can...

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BMW I3

BMW I3 Fuel efficiency: 124 MPGe The BMW i3 is one of the most fuel efficient cars on the road today. Seeing an impressive 124 MPGe, the auto sees an impressive 124 MPGe on battery and costs just $41,350. The auto is also rated at a nice 39 MPG on fuel, and for the U.S. market, consumers will see an almost $8,000 discount on the price of the vehicle with the U.S. Federal tax credit. The i3 sees a cool 81 miles on a single...

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DODGE VIPER GTS

DODGE VIPER GTS Between 1998 and 2002 Dodge sold a heavily modified Performance Viper with the GTS badge. Modifications included a reworked engine with higher power and less weight, an almost completely redesigned chassis that was made 60 lb (27 kg) lighter and 25% stiffer in torsional rigidity, a redesigned suspension, and reduced braking distances. Top speed of the Viper GTS was 185 mph and zero to sixty time was 4.0 seconds....

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AUDI TT

AUDI TT Design for the Audi TT began in 1994 and was released in 1998. The vehicle was built using laser beam welding technology, enabling seamless design features. The name TT is derived from the motor racing tradition of NSU in the british Isle of Man Tourist Trophy (TT). The engine was a 1.8 liter turbocharged 4-cylinder that produced 222 horsepower. The early models of the TT gained press coverage due to a number of high...

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MITSUBISHI LANCER EVO VI

MITSUBISHI LANCER EVO VI The sixth generation of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution was sold between 1999 and 2001. Changes from the older models included a larger intercooler, larger oil cooler, and new pistons, along with a titanium-aluminide turbine wheel. The engine was a 2.0 liter turbocharged 4-cylinder. The engine was able to produce 303 horsepower. The Lancer EVO was built to be a rally car, so the suspension is finely...

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MERCEDES-BENZ SL ROADSTER (R129)

MERCEDES-BENZ SL ROADSTER (R129) Produced from 1989-2003 the Mercedes-Benz SL roadsters were great sports cars for their time. The vehicles had automated electro-hydraulic textile tonneau covers. They also came with a detachable hardtop that could be fitted after the canvas roof was folded down. There were various engine choices, but the most popular one was the 500SL’s engine: a 32 valve DOHC V8 that produced 322 horsepower....

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TOYOTA SUPRA (A80)

TOYOTA SUPRA (A80) Another vehicle that gained more popularity due to the Fast and the Furious franchise was the Toyota Supra. This version of the Supra took a large step in the direction of serious high-performance. Two engines were available, one without a turbo that made 220 horsepower and a twin-turbo model that made 276 horsepower. The model exported to America and Europe had larger fuel injectors and smaller,...

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PORSCHE BOXSTER

PORSCHE BOXSTER The Boxster was the first original road vehicle designed by Porsche since the 550 spyder. Introduced in 1996, the design was heavily influenced by the 1992 Boxster concept. The Boxster’s name is derived from the word “boxer”, referring to the vehicle’s horizontally opposed or “boxer” engine, and the word “roadster”, referring to the vehicle’s two-seat capacity and convertible top. The Boxster was equipped...

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MCLAREN F1

MCLAREN F1 Once the crowned king of the road, the McLaren F1 was designed to be the ultimate road car, and in many respects it was. The McLaren F1 was produced from 1992 to 1998, a total of 106 cars were manufactured. In the 90’s the F1 was coveted by everyone who knew about it, and it adorned many walls in poster form. The top speed of the F1 was 243 mph, faster than many supercars that were built after it. The engine produced...

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NISSAN SKYLINE R33

NISSAN SKYLINE R33 The Fast and the Furious franchise has done a lot to bring the Skyline R33 into the spotlight, as one of the films protagonists frequently drives a highly modified one. The R33 was released in 1993. There were various engines available for the R33, the most powerful of which was the 295 horsepower, turbocharged RB28DET engine. Some models came equipped with a new version of the High Capacity...

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MAZDA RX-7 THIRD GENERATION

MAZDA RX-7 THIRD GENERATION The RX-7 was an awesome car when it first came out, and only got better with each generation. The third generation was released in 1993, and was the best RX-7 yet. The vehicle was the first ever mass produced sequential twin turbocharger system to be exported from Japan.  The sequential twin turbocharged system, introduced on this series in 1992, was a very complex piece of engineering....

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MAZDA MIATA 2ND GENERATION

MAZDA MIATA 2ND GENERATION The Mazda Miata has been a popular since it’s release in 1989. Enthusiasts praise the vehicle due to its low center of gravity and low weight, while at the same time having a moderately powered engine. The second generation Miata was one of the slickest vehicles of the 90’s, taking its styling cues from the Mazda RX-7. The engine was a 1.8 liter capable of outputting 140 horsepower and 116 lb-ft...

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MASERATI 3200 GT

MASERATI 3200 GT Announced in 1998, the Maserati 3200 GT was designed to be both a luxury car and a sports car. Sold mainly in Europe, the 3200 GT was powered by the twin-turbo, 32-valve, dual overhead cam 3.2-litre V8 engine featured in the Maserati Quattroporte Evoluzione, The engine produced 365 horsepower and was mated to a manual transmission. The tail-lights were LEDs arranged in the shape of a boomerang, giving the 3200...

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LOTUS ESPRIT V8

 LOTUS ESPRIT V8 The Lotus Esprit V8 was a modified version of the standard Lotus Esprit model. The Esprit V8 used Lotus’ self-developed all-aluminium, twin-turbocharged (Garrett T25/60 turbos) 90-degree V-8, Code-named Type 918. The engine was so powerful, it needed to be detuned to prevent damage to the transmission. Originally the engine was capable of 500 horsepower, but it was reduced to 350. A Renault UN-1 transmission...

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LAMBORGHINI DIABLO

LAMBORGHINI DIABLO The Lamborghini Diablo is one of the most iconic supercars from the 90s. Development for the Diablo began in the mid 80’s, as the company wanted to be ready when it was time to replace the Countach. In keeping with Lamborghini’s tradition of naming cars after breeds of fighting bulls, the car was named Diablo, after a ferocious bull raised by the Duke of Veragua. This vehicle was built to turn heads as...

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JAGUAR XJ220

JAGUAR XJ220 The Jaguar XJ220 was produced for only 2 years between 1992 and 1994, with only 275 total being manufactured . Built by Jaguar with collaboration from Tom Walkinshaw Racing, the Jaguar XJ220 was at one time the fastest production car in the world; until being unseated by the mighty McLaren F1. While it may not be the fastest anymore, the XJ220 is still one of the fastest production six-cylinder vehicle ever...

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SAAB 900 NG

SAAB 900 NG When it debuted in 1993, the Saab 900 was offered with 2 different body styles: 3 or 5 door. Engine options were a 2.0 liter 130 horsepower,  2.3 liter 150 horsepower, or 2.0 liter turbocharged 185 horsepower engines. Enthusiasts flocked to the Turbo SE model of the Saab 900, and they were not disappointed. The 900 had a well made suspension, able to handle most of what was thrown at it, and easily upgraded...

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PLYMOUTH PROWLER

PLYMOUTH PROWLER The Prowler is a great looking car that suffers from an underpowered engine. In the late 90’s Chrysler engineers were given free rein to design whatever they wanted in a hot rod or sportster type vehicle. Thomas C. Gale, Chrysler’s design and international director had a love for 1930s-era hot rods, even owning one himself, and with that in mind the design team created the Prowler. One of the most prominent...

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BMW M COUPE

BMW M COUPE The BMW M Coupe was a high performance vehicle built by BMW and based on the M Roadster. The coupe is 2.7 times torsionally stiffer than its convertible counterpart, making it more stable and able to handle harder cornering. A number of engines were available for the M Coupe, but the S54 engine was the most powerful.The S54 had a power output of 315 horsepower and 252 lb-ft of torque. The unique styling of the...

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JAGUAR XJ X300

JAGUAR XJ X300 The Jaguar XJ (X300) is a luxury saloon manufactured by Jaguar between 1994 and 1997. It was the first XJ produced after Ford took ownership of the company, and can be considered an evolution of the outgoing XJ40 generation. Like all previous XJ generations, it features the Jaguar independent rear suspension arrangement. The design of the X300 placed emphasis on improved build quality, improved reliability,...

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FERRARI F355

FERRARI F355 The Ferrari F355 was built between 1994 and 1999. It was an evolution of the Ferrari 348 and was replaced with the Ferrari 360. Design emphasis for the F355 was placed on significantly improved performance, as well as drivability across a wider range of speeds and in different environments (such as low-speed city traffic.) One of the main changes to the engine from the 348 was the introduction of a 5-valve...

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CORVETTE ZR-1

CORVETTE ZR-1 After acquiring Lotus in the late 80’s, GM’s Corvette division approached Lotus with the idea of building the world’s fastest car. With help from GM, Lotus designed a new engine for the current C4 Corvette, dubbed the LT5. Shortly after, the ZR-1 was born. The ZR-1 was available only as a coupe and was distinguishable from other Corvettes by it’s wider tail section and larger rear tires. The ZR-1 had amazing...

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FERRARI F50

FERRARI F50 Introduced in 1995, in celebration of their 50th birthday Ferrari created the F50. Only 349 models of the vehicle were produced. The engine used in the F50 was the same one used in Ferrari’s 333 model. The car had a fixed roof, large rear spoiler, new front spoiler and many other adjustments. The 4.7 litre V12 engine was tuned to generate around 750 horsepower and 347 lb-ft of torque. The suspension was tuned...

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BMW 7-SERIES E38

BMW 7-SERIES E38 The BMW 7-series has always been the top tier of the BMW sedan lines. The third-generation E38 was produced between 1994–2001. It was the first 7-series to be available with a diesel engine and the first to have the option of a five-speed automatic transmission. BMW was also the first European car manufacturer to offer an integrated satellite navigation screen which featured on the E38 7 Series. The 1997 model...

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ASTON MARTIN DB7

ASTON MARTIN DB7 The Aston Martin DB7 is a beautiful supercar built by Aston Martin. It was available as a coupe or a convertible and was built between 1994 and 2004. The DB7 was the highest production Aston Martin ever made, with more than 7,000 built. The vehicle was based on the recently cancelled Jaguar F-type. After Ford cancelled the vehicle, Aston Martin picked up the design and did some styling changes. The engine...

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BMW E39 M5

BMW E39 M5 The BMW M5 has always been a pretty sweet ride, but the E39 model released near the close of the 90’s was the best version of that decade. The E39 M5 had a significant increase in power and was produced in much greater numbers than the previous generations. The E39 M5 has a S62 V8 engine under the hood that produces 394 horsepower mated to a six-speed manual transmission. The suspension uses thicker front and rear...

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BIGFOOT

BIGFOOT Year created: 1975 Bigfoot is known as the original Monster Truck, and it was created in 1975 and introduced to the public in 1979. The truck is both owned and operated by Bob Chandler. The truck has the distinction of being the inspiration for the term “Monster Truck” that was coined by Truck-a-Rama promoter Bob George. Bigfoot is the first truck to be used in promotions for driving over junk cars in the first even...

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GRAVE DIGGER

GRAVE DIGGER Year created: 1981 Grave Digger is one of the most popular monster trucks of all time. The truck was originally conceived in 1981, and the lead driver and creator of the auto, Dennis Anderson, actually keeps several machines running to allow the truck to compete in multiple events at the same time. Anderson was also one of the early pioneers in Monster Truck competitions in the United States making the current...

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