As Valentine’s Day rolls around, romance fills the air, but so does our love for chocolate—and cars. Americans spend billions on chocolate each year, with a huge chunk bought for self-indulgence. Back in 1861, Richard Cadbury sparked a tradition with his heart-shaped chocolate boxes. Given our passion for both chocolate and cars, it’s no surprise someone combined the two.
Enter Amaury Guichon, a master pastry chef and car enthusiast. He spent seven days crafting 130 pounds of dark chocolate into a half-scale Ferrari Formula 1 race car—the largest chocolate car ever made. Guichon melted chocolate to bond pieces, shaping everything from tires to taillights. Painted red and black with white highlights, this edible masterpiece packed 322,440 calories. The public loved it!
The automotive world knows how to capture hearts. Valentine’s Day car ads, from clever to comical, keep us smiling. One such campaign, featuring a Pontiac, stands out for its charm.
The 1960 Dodge Dart Phoenix Convertible is a Love Story
The 1960 Dodge Dart Phoenix Convertible is another love story. This bold car, with its sleek lines and vibrant design, marked a turning point for Dodge. Its debut helped the brand rise like a phoenix, winning over drivers with style and power.
Steve McQueen’s 1970 Porsche 917: The Le Mans Cinematic Icon
Then there’s the legendary Steve McQueen, the King of Cool. His 1970 Porsche 917 (Chassis #022) from the film Le Mans nearly broke records when a massive bid was offered for it. The car, a cinematic icon, starred in a movie that was a box-office flop but later became a cult classic. McQueen faced chaos during filming—production issues, financial struggles, and nearly being replaced. Yet, his passion made Le Mans a Hollywood masterpiece.
