Hot Rod Magazine - September 2023

In this issue

Where It All Began
The Ultimate GTO Influencer.

Flashback: What We Said
“Dare To Be Different” Has a Long History.

Light Weight Less Dough
Budget 5.3L Vortec Makes 491 HP on the Dyno..

BEFORE THE TERM EVER EXISTED. JIM WANGERS WAS THE ULTIMATE GTO INFLUENCER.

When the origin of the muscle car is debated, there's a reason automotive historians point to the Pontiac GTO as ground zero.

2 mins

THE THIN LINE

Love, hate, confusion, disgust-this very different hot rod gets every reaction.

10+ mins

Who Cares?

Enough people did. Now, Plymouth's most ordinary A-Body makes the A-list.

6 mins

THE CHICKEN COUPE

With an LS swap, coilovers, and a six speed, Matt Graves built a one-of-a-kind Cadillac.

5 mins

DRAG RACING SURVIVOR

This beautifully preserved Anglia gasser has legitimate drag racing history from the 1960s.

4 mins

GAME CHANGER

EngineQuest's new CH364X LS head is going to change the game for the budget-minded builder. Here's what you need to know!

4 mins

Read all stories from Hot Rod

Hot Rod Magazine Description:

Hot Rod Magazine is a monthly American car magazine devoted to hot rodding, drag racing, and muscle cars—modifying automobiles for performance and appearance. It was first published in January 1948 and is one of the oldest magazines devoted to hot rodding.

Hot Rod Magazine is aimed at enthusiasts of all ages who are interested in hot rodding. It is a popular resource for both beginners and experienced hot rodders alike.

Here are some of the things you can expect to find in Hot Rod Magazine:

* In-depth coverage of hot rod car builds and projects, from start to finish
* Technical information on hot rod engines, chassis, and suspensions, written by experts in the field
* Performance testing and reviews of hot rod cars and parts, so you can make informed decisions about what to buy for your own car
* Coverage of hot rod racing events, including drag races, land speed racing, and more
* Interviews with hot rodders, builders, and manufacturers, so you can get the inside scoop on the latest trends and developments in the hot rod world
* Hot rod history and culture, so you can learn about the roots of hot rodding and the people who have made it what it is today

Hot Rod Magazine is the perfect resource for anyone who loves hot rods. Subscribe today and start living your best hot rod life!