Buying a 1978 Corvette at a bargain price probably felt like the kind of deal people brag about for years. Then the first mysterious drip appeared underneath it and someone casually mentioned something called a “birdcage.” Now that great deal is beginning to feel slightly less great.
Like all sports, NASCAR is replete with plenty of rules and regulations. And while most fans are aware of many of them—there are a bunch of rules that even the hardcore fans probably don't even know about.
Did the dealer take advantage of you when reselling your trade-in for thousands more? Learn where the markup goes, which warning signs matter, and how to negotiate a better deal next time.
Some of these habits waste time. Others cost you money. And a few may guarantee that your mechanic remembers you for all the wrong reasons. How many have you done?
If you’re a confident driver, you may be tempted to brave the treacherous terrain of these highways. But be warned: they take dozens of lives each year.
Jay Leno is known for his adoration of hot rods and his assortment of 180 cars and 160 motorcycles is one of the best vehicle collections in the world.