Nick Polimeni works as a vintage race car mechanic for GMT Racing in Connecticut, readying them for the racing prime time.

The 1960s is considered the golden era of American muscle cars. It saw the introduction of models like the pioneering Pontiac GTO in 1964, the 1967 Chevrolet Camaro, and the 1968 Dodge Charger.

This era marked a pivotal point in automotive history, as the quest for the title of the world’s fastest car intensified ...