Hey, would you look at that: A pillarless four-door sedan from DeSoto in 1933. While the Foursome never made it to production, it’s definitely worth checking out. Continue reading
Pillarless Prototype: The 1933 Desoto Foursome
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Category Archives: Auto History
What’s in a Name: 1953-54 Packard Cavalier
Packard entered the 1953 model year with a new label for its mid-range sedan: Cavalier. But it was a short-lived nameplate as the strategy soon changed again. Continue reading
1939: Willys-Overland’s Crazy Mixed-Up Year
The story at Willys-Overland for 1939 is a complicated one, with three different cars in production marketed under two different names: Willys and Overland. Continue reading
Good Taste is Never Extreme: 1959 Plymouth
Plymouth came to market in 1959 with an advertising slogan that, considering the over-the-top styling, might cause many to scratch their heads today. Continue reading
1966: The Pontiac GTO’s Biggest Year
While the Pontiac GTO would remain a strong seller through the 1960s, its best year came in 1966, rather early in the game. Continue reading
The More Things Change: Buick for 1961
Buick received a complete makeover for 1961 with a cleaner and more conservative look, and there were big changes underneath as well. Continue reading
A Second Look at the First Lincoln Continental
One of the most celebrated American cars ever produced was designed in 35 minutes Here’s the story of the 1939 Lincoln-Zephyr Continental. Continue reading