7: 1961 Chrysler 300G
The 1961 Chrysler 300G was known as “The Bankers Hot Rod” and there is a good reason for that. Crammed under the hood is one of the most powerful Hemi engines of all time. Long before the likes of the GTO and other muscle cars, there was the 1961 Chrysler 300G. If the 300 naming seems familiar, it’s because Chrysler has adopted that philosophy to the present day (via Classic Cars).
Leno hasn’t done a lot to his 300G other than swapping out the exhaust for a cast iron setup. The black paint and original chrome all look beautiful, even by today’s standards. There is no denying that the Chrysler 300G is perhaps one of the most iconic cars in the Chrysler heritage. The principal styling and over-the-top performance were a solid foundation for the brand.