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10 Cars From the 80s That Looked Fast Standing Still

6. Buick GNX

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A sleek black 1987 Buick GNX, showcasing its aggressive stance and turbocharged V6 engine. | Image from david.sickmiller.com (Creative Commons Licensed)

The Buick GNX’s menacing all-black appearance and boxy lines exuded muscle-car aggression even when stationary. Often dubbed the ‘Darth Vader’ of 80s cars, the GNX was a turbocharged sleeper. (autoweek.com) Its 3.8-liter turbocharged V6 engine produced 276 horsepower and 360 lb-ft of torque, enabling it to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.7 seconds. (caranddriver.com) Only 547 units were produced, making it a rare and iconic 80s performance car. (motortrend.com)

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