1973 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-X

If you are a regular on this site, you are probably aware that I am not a huge Nissan guy. However, I will make exceptions in regards to the early Skylines and modern GT-Rs. Nicknamed "Kenmeri," the Skyline 2000 GT-X displayed here was found in the U.S. and restored and modified to glory. Under the hood is a RB26DETT twin-turbo straight-6 from the R33-gen Skyline GT-R producing 552 horsepower and 421 lb-ft of torque. The R33 engine is paired to a RB25DET 5-speed manual. The earliest Nissan Skylines weren't engineered for left-hand drive markets like the U.S. and continental Europe, therefore it was never originally sold in those markets. Several other later-model GT-R parts were used to complete this build. In short, the Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-X "Kenmeri" is an incredible tuner vehicle with a great background story.

2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS450

Now entering its third generation, the Mercedes-Benz CLS has been redesigned for 2019. The original CLS debuted back in 2006 and was the first of the so-called "four-door coupes." These "four-door coupes" tend to be bolder, sportier, and pricier than their regular sedan counterparts, and the CLS is no different compared to the E-Class. Powering the 2019 CLS is a 3.0-liter twin-turbo straight-six with 362 horsepower and 370 lb-ft of torque. It makes the trip from 0 to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds for RWD models and 4.8 seconds for 4MATIC AWD models. Unlike the previous-gen CLS, the new model offers seating for three in the rear. Notable features of the 2019 CLS450 include a 12.3-inch touchscreen interface, standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, EQ Boost (electric motor assist), touch controls throughout the dashboard, 64-color LED ambient lighting, a nine-speed 9G-TRONIC automatic gearbox, car-to-cloud communication, and adaptive LED headlights. In addition to the CLS450 and CLS450 4MATIC, the AMG CLS53 completes the third-gen CLS model range. The AMG CLS63/S has been replaced by the AMG GT63/S 4-door. Pricing for the 2019 CLS450 starts at $69,200, with 4MATIC models costing an additional $2,500 at minimum. As with other CLS generations, the current CLS is a great, incredible-looking vehicle. I prefer that the new CLS still be offered with a V8, but there's the AMG GT 4-door and AMG E63 for that, and I'm completely fine with it.

Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991)

As of now, the GT2 RS the king of the Porsche 911 family. It was released towards the end of the 991-gen's life cycle, packing a 3.8-liter flat-six producing 690 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque paired to a 7-speed PDK dual-clutch. The latest GT2 RS makes the trip from 0 to 60 mph in 2.7 seconds and is capable of a top speed of 210 mph. Like in the 911 GT3 RS and other track-focused models, Porsche implemented weight-saving techniques in as many areas of the GT2 RS as possible. These include decals instead of metal badging, plexiglass rear windows, no rear seats, manual sport seats, cloth strip interior door handles, and loads of carbon fiber trim. It also features an infotainment system and a front axle lifting system that raises the front of the vehicle to clear curbs, speed bumps, and steep inclines. The current 911 GT2 RS carries a price tag starting at $294,250. The optional Weissach Package offers less for more, adding $31,000 to its original cost. In other words, the 991-gen 911 GT2 RS is one of the coolest and craziest Porsches in existence. It may not be all that practical, but it is blisteringly fast and looks amazing.

1971 Toyota Celica GT

When most people think of Toyota, they almost certainly wouldn't think of the early 1970s Celica. It doesn't fit in with the brand's current product image, and that may be a good thing. The example displayed here is of the first model year the Celica was imported to the States. The Celica's first generation lasted until 1977, containing styling elements similar to that of the Mustang of that era. It was designed that way to appeal to and fit in with the North American market. Despite the resemblance, the Celica is smaller than the Mustang. Power is sourced from a 1.6-liter four-cylinder mated to a five-speed manual. This engine-gearbox combo made 97 horsepower and 106 lb-ft of torque, with a 0-60 time of 11.5 seconds. The following example contains several aftermarket mods, therefore the OEM specs may not apply here. It isn't common today and may get overlooked in the car community, but the first-gen Toyota Celica is a decent sports car from an age when muscle cars were getting phased out in favor of smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles that didn't perform as well.