
Part of the "PowerNation" series of syndicated automotive programs, "Detroit Muscle" delights fans of 1960s and '70s era muscle cars -- and the Motor City's latest modern muscle machines -- by detailing step-by-step restoration and modification projects. From fitting a 1967 Galaxy with a 347 turbo to showing how a 50-year-old Mustang can handle like a late-model pony, the show's crew aims to make cars go fast and look pretty.
A huge mid-70's Mercury gets over 1,000 horsepower.
The Mercury build continues with ignition and exhaust upgrades as well as a fuel system to handle 1,000 horsepower.
Adding an air suspension to our sleeper 1,080-horse 1972 Marquis Brougham.
The guys button up the last few details on their 1,100-horsepower Mercury Monster and take it for a spin.