The Chevrolet 409 V8 had a significant, but brief moment in the history of American big-block, high-performance engines. While the 409 V8 may be best known as the title of a popular Beach Boys song ...

Although Chevrolet developed a V8 engine as early as 1917, the company really made its mark with the small block V8 in 1955. Just three years later the automaker introduced the powerful 348 ci engine ...

“Chevy 400 2-Bolt, 348, 409 & the Mystery Engine” dives into the history, design, and performance differences among Chevrolet’s most intriguing engines. The video breaks down unique features, ...