3 Most Forgotten V8 Beasts Now Extremely Rare!

3 Most Forgotten V8 Beasts Now Extremely Rare!

Three remarkable machines that combined raw power with luxury in ways that were truly ahead of their time.
First up is the ultra-rare Gordon-Keeble GK1, a British grand tourer that perfectly blended Italian style with American muscle. Only 100 of these beauties were ever made between 1964 and 1967, making them incredibly special. Under the hood, a powerful Chevrolet Corvette V8 engine gave this car impressive performance, launching it from 0 to 60 mph in just 6 seconds - amazing for its time! The car's unique tortoise emblem came from a funny moment during a photo shoot when someone placed a passing tortoise on the hood, and the symbol stuck.
Next, we'll explore the Pontiac Grand Prix SJ with its mighty 455 V8 engine from the early 1970s. This wasn't your average luxury car - it was a true powerhouse that could compete with dedicated sports cars while keeping its passengers in total comfort. The 455 V8 engine produced an incredible 325 horsepower and enough torque to pull a house! With its long hood and clean design, the Grand Prix SJ represented the perfect mix of luxury and muscle car performance that defined an era of American automotive excellence.
Finally, we'll uncover the fascinating story of the Rover P5B Coupé, a car so important that the British government secretly stockpiled the last ones made in 1973. This elegant machine combined British luxury with American V8 power, courtesy of a 3.5-liter Buick engine. It became the favorite car of British Prime Ministers and even earned the approval of Queen Elizabeth II herself. The P5B Coupé's combination of power, comfort, and prestige made it the perfect vehicle for Britain's most powerful people, and it continued serving in government roles well into the 1980s.

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