American Muscle Cars
Thought to be a combination of "gazelle" and the manufacturer's name, this car was released as Chevrolet's response to the mid-sized Ford Fairlaine. The 454 cubic-inch super sport (SS) package was well known.
What is the Chevelle?
In the opening cutscene, Mario is invited to this person's castle for cake.
Who is Princess Peach / Peach / Princess Toadstool?
This car shares the name of free-roaming horses and a popular fighter aircraft. It had a non-traditional introduction as a It's first models were labeled as 1964 and a half.
What is the Ford Mustang or Mustang?
After Mario arrives at the castle, he discovers that this monster has kidnapped the princess and her servants.
Who is King Bowser / Bowser / King Koopa?
Sales executives described this car as a "small vicious animal that eats mustangs". The working title/project name was actually panther, and some literature suggests the name comes from French English slang for "comrade".
What is the Camaro?
Within the castle is a strange magic that causes these items hanging on the walls to act as portals to other worlds.
What are pictures or paintings?
This class of engines got its name from the shape of its dome shaped or semi globular combustion chambers.
What is a Hemi or Hemispherical engine?
In order to restore order to the castle and its inhabitants, Mario needs to collect these items scattered across the many worlds.
What are stars or power stars?
Because early NASCAR races featured production models modified for safety and performance, this phrase was established to describe the direct relationship between success on the track and dealership/showroom profits.
What is "Win on Sunday, sell on Monday."
To complete the game, Mario only needs about 70 of the 120 stars, but if Mario collects them all, he is rewarded with this.
What are 100 extra lives?