Can you imagine a muscle car being so powerful that it was almost made illegal? Well, that’s the 1969 Chevy Yenko Camaro.
This legendary muscle car was a beast on the road and even too aggressive for its own time.
The production of the 1969 Yenko Camaro was stopped because its power was simply unmatched.
Don Yenko, the well-known American racing driver who customized this car, once said it was the only car that ever scared him.
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A muscle car almost made illegal for its power
According to him, the car – in full acceleration – was too fast and almost felt uncontrollable.
Especially without the modern safety features, it was too dangerous to drive.
The 1969 Yenko Camaro came with a 427 cubic-inch V8 engine, producing 450 horsepower – a massive amount of power back in the 60s.
The car was way ahead of its time and set a new benchmark for muscle cars.
Yenko Camaro’s acceleration was so fierce that authorities were concerned about safety and even considered banning it.
The American muscle car could cover a quarter-mile in under 13 seconds, which was an astonishing achievement for a street-legal car of that time.
Don Yenko’s 1969 Chevy Yenko Camaro
Then came Don Yenko’s modifications, which made it even more powerful.
He upgraded the suspension, enhanced the brakes, and added a new set of tires.
All these changes made the 1969 Chevy Yenko Camaro a true beast, which led to it being viewed as too aggressive for regular roads.
As dangerous as the car, it was equally rare, too.
Only 201 units were ever made, making it a true collector’s item.
It’s hard to find one of these beasts today, but if you do, it comes with a hefty price tag.
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