Oldsmobile proclaimed itself the style leader for 1938 with two distinct models: the six-cylinder F-38 and the L-38 with straight-eight power. Continue reading
Two Style Leaders: the 1938 Oldsmobiles
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Category Archives: Auto History
The Car That Made Buick Famous: the 1908-10 Model 10
Buick was a success almost from the start, but the car that really put the company on the map was the 1908 Model 10. Continue reading
Less Than Memorable: the 1974 Buick Apollo GSX
From the era of simulated muscle cars came the 1974 Apollo GSX, an easily forgettable decal GT from Buick. Continue reading
The Start of Something Big: the Chrysler 273 V8
Mighty oaks from little acorns grow, it’s been said, and it certainly applies to the 273 cubic-inch V8 introduced by Chrysler in 1964. Continue reading
Downwardly Mobile: Mercury for 1961
The entire Mercury lineup was moved down market in 1961, almost directly into Ford territory. Let’s look at the strategy and offerings. Continue reading
Hurst’s Heavyweight: The 1970 Chrysler 300H
The largest and most luxurious of the Hurst specialty cars was the Chrysler 300H of 1970. And for a big guy, it could move pretty quickly. Continue reading
1948: Packard’s Brief Bathtub Era Begins
Packard’s new look for 1948 won awards when it was introduced, but by 1950 it was already out of style. Continue reading