Originally published in the January 1989 issue of Hot Rod magazine. Features. Events. How-To. Merchandise. ... Mike chose a '79 Chevy Malibu, while Scott opted for '79 Pontiac Le Mans. 0:00 / 0 ...

This mean green Malibu started a humble low-buck daily driver, then out came the knives—and the 9-inch and the big-block—and now it's a pro street menace!