By Austin Knight

Gotadime

Over 3,000 gorgeous Power Tour cars moved into Somerset, Kentucky on Thursday and we undoubtedly took the entire town over! At first, we got some serious rain, but by around 1:30 PM, the skies cleared up and it was an absolutely gorgeous day for the remainder of the time. Through the weather experience, I learned a small bit about the Power Tour participants—absolutely nothing stops them! While waiting out the rain, I cruised over the Wendy’s and sat in the window, watching the packs of classic cars go by. At first, I had a feeling that I should pack up and go home, but when I saw the guys in 60+ year old cars cruising into town like nothing was wrong, I knew that I should have no problem at all in my 2005 Mustang. And boy am I glad that I decided to stay! Read more about my awesome HRPT experience after the jump.

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By Jim Brennan

UDMan

I was trying to find “Corvair wheels” for my 24 Hours of LeMons entry when I came across Larry Boardman’s website Classic Wheels, LLC. Along with promoting his business as a certified classic car appraiser and listing his credentials, he also showcases his current crop of collectible iron. One car in particular, the Torvair, has to be the mother of all mongrels.

This particular car piqued my interest as it was basically a Corvair coupe with an Oldsmobile Toronado drivetrain tucked under the stylish body in a mid-engined format. There were many Corvair V-8 conversions, but marrying the two most innovative GM creations of the sixties was a stroke of genius. So, after looking at this wonderful beast on his site, I contacted Larry to find out what the Torvair is all about.

And what do you know, it’s up for sale! Read more at Automotive Traveler.

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By Steve Neill

Steve Neill

Welcome to the start of yet another series on CarDomain: Ask a Bonkers Question! Our first question is quite a doozy. Just the other day, a young girl asked me if she could pop a Skyline GT-R Engine into her little 1994 Sentra XE Coupe. See my answer after the jump!

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By Rob Einaudi

Editor-in-Chief

I sure can’t! Read Michael Sheehan’s article detailing the costs associated with owning a 1998 550 Maranello over at Sports Car Market

By John Coyle

Deputy Editor

For years, James Bond’s personal automaker barely kept it’s head above water. But after the success of the Vantage and the DBS, Aston Martin decided to enter the million-dollar supercar realm, and the One-77 is one hell of a first try. Pics of the British beefcake have been circulating since March, but the guys across the pond at AutoCar have gotten the best shots yet. CEO Dr Ulrich Bez says the company has made the ultimate Aston, and given the car’s gorgeous profile, 3300lb curb weight and 750HP V12, I’d say they did. Try not to drool.

By Ryan Brutt

HemiPwr70

Last night I didn’t get much sleep, for today the Power Tour came to an end. Or perhaps it was the constant smell of burning tar from the factory next door. I can’t be sure.

Getting up early, I had everything prepared the night before to make a quick exit. I got everything in the car and I was out of the hotel by 7:30 am. The gate opened to get into Bristol Motor Speedway at 8 am. The hotel I stayed at was only a few minutes from the Speedway, so I headed out with a bunch of other guys from my hotel.

Getting to the Speedway, the line was already out the gate. I guess everyone else had the same idea. The line moved quickly, and the group was in and parked in no time.

Continue reading after the jump!

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By Rob Einaudi

Editor-in-Chief

I lived in Nevada for a while as a kid, and always loved that landscape. Doug has some great shots of his old CJ5 in the Nevada desert on his ride page, so check it out.

By Chris Allen

Motorfanatics

The final days of the Power Tour have been a mess. From almost being denied a room in Dayton to rain and no internet service in Somerset, it’s been hectic to say the least. The car’s fine and we’re fine, but I sincerely apologize for my lack of updates. To make matters worse, I’m tired as all get out tonight and I’ve got a FULL day tomorrow of flying and shenanigans in Vegas. I’ll post a full update with all stories in a nice 2009 Power Tour wrap-up post on Monday. In the mean time, follow the jump for a few standouts from the final days of the Power Tour.

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By Ryan Brutt

HemiPwr70

I finally had my act together. I got up early, out the door before 9 am. I went and met up with the MoPower Tour. It had rained the night before, but wasn’t now nor was it suppose to. All I needed to do was get gas and be on my way with everyone, and that is where Plan A fell apart.

Getting gas, I return to the meeting place for the MoPower Tour and they were all GONE! I was like, sheesh, could have waited 4 extra minutes. It wasn’t like you didn’t know I wasn’t coming.

Oh well, I turned around and headed out on my own. I traveled the route for almost a good 45 minutes before I came across another Power Tour participant. I was still trying to figure out if I was ahead or behind the main group. I think I was behind, but never did. It wasn’t that important.

Continue reading after the jump!

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By Rob Einaudi

Editor-in-Chief

Derek is hoping to be invited to the Grassroots Motorsports Ultimate Track Car Challenge. His GTR placed 10th in the SSGT1 Large Bore class at One Lap this year. Check out his ride page, and if you think he deserves to go to VIR in July, rate him up!