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30 Muscle Cars That Belong In Any Auto Fan’s Dream Garage

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22. Pontiac GTO Judge

Muscle cars started as affordable performance machines with lots of power and reasonable prices. However, due to the high demand, some models started to get more expensive. Soon there was a need for a budget-friendly muscle car for young buyers who wanted a fast car but couldn’t pay much. The Plymouth Roadrunner was a perfect example of such a model. It was cheap, fun and fast. Pontiac wanted a similar car and in 1969, the company presented the GTO Judge.

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The Judge became a legend in its own right. First, because it took the name from the popular TV show, and second, because it was a bright red muscle car with a big spoiler and funky “The Judge” graphics. The GTO Judge wasn’t slow either, producing 366 HP with a four-speed transmission. Available from 1969 to 1971, the Judge always represented a top-of-the-line model, which makes it desirable today.

Written by
Vukasin Herbez

Vukasin Herbez writes about classic American muscle, Japanese performance icons and landmark Ferraris for Motor Junkie. Vukasin's features explore the history behind the cars that defined each decade.

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