Built on an exclusive slow-moving assembly line, Toronados had few faults which is remarkable for such a technically advanced car in 1966 as it was also the first massive front-wheel drive land yacht since the 1930s.
However, this car was bastardized by Jay Leno and has a modern-day engine that uses Cadillac racing components and makes over 1000HP
Here is the in-game description:
The host of America's most popular late-night show, 'The Tonight Show', and world famous comedian, Jay Leno, is well known as an ardent car enthusiast. His massive collection of collectible cars is maintained at the 'Big Dog Garage' in California.
This Oldsmobile Toronado is a custom car built by Leno's Big Dog Garage. In 1966, the Toronado was quite advanced for its time: It was the first front-wheel drive car to be mass produced after WWI, and it was the only front-wheel-drive car of its size then Leno injected modern 21st-Century technology to the 1960s car. With full support from the high-performance parts department at General Motors called 'GM Performance', the car went through a complete transformation.
The new engine was based on a new LS6 design (a Corvette power-plant), but this one came with twin-turbochargers, and as a result, power was increased to an incredible 1055HP. To handle all this extra mph the transmission from the Corvette C5 was incorporated, and then the drive the system was convert to rear-wheel drive. The Corvette trans-axle, automatic transmission, and suspension were all adjusted to match the wheelbase of the Toronado.
Though the internal machinery was remade with brand new components, the body was restored to original condition. The wheels have been replaced with custom-made 17-inch aluminum rims. Leno preserved the spirit of the original Toronado while giving it a dose of modern-day muscle.
Retractable headlights aka "pop up lights".
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