Gotta C Note?
We've been hearing about it for a long time, "Where are the C-Bodies?" Good question, where are the C-Bodies? Well, if you've been paying attention at any of the larger Mopar shows, you know they are all becoming cool cruisers. Like the wagons, C-Bodies usually had big-block power to move their weight . . . not all, but many. They were considered to be "your father's car," and overlooked by everyone except those participating in demolition derbies, which is why you don't see them everywhere, they're demolished.
Pros
Any big-block will fit between the fenders if you are so inclined, even a Hemi. Like a wagon, they are roomy enough to take a bunch of friends with you wherever you go. Heck, you can easily fit four of your buddies in the trunk.
Cons
A lot of these cars met an early demise doing duty in demolition derbies, and they are really too heavy to be a serious race car.
The LateComer
Just like the F-Body, late-model A-Bodies have been relatively overlooked for quite some time. These cars actually went the way of the Dodo bird in 1977 to make way for the F-Body. These cars came en-mass with the obligatory Slant-Six engine, making them fuel efficient, but not very powerful from the factory. This was also when you could get an aluminum-cased, manually-shifted, overdrive transmission that was a big help for gas mileage.
Pros
These cars were available with a V-8 and manual transmission. They had disc brakes and an available, stout 831/44 rear. You could even get them with bucket seats. Aftermarket parts are available, and even a few parts from other cars will interchange.
Cons
The V-8s were grossly underpowered and couldn't really be considered musclecars, and after a few hard launches, the aluminum-cased manual transmission usually came apart.