The 1958 Ford seems to be regarded as an off-year among enthusiasts, but it’s still worth a closer look to us. Let’s dive in. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Piston Rings Saved Our Marriage: A 1937 Automotive Drama
Excessive oil consumption in the family car is leading to this young couple’s financial ruin. Luckily, Perfect Circle piston rings are here to save the day. Continue reading
What’s in a Name: 1959-63 Buick Invicta
From 1959 through 1963, the Invicta held down the middle spot in the Buick lineup, offering a happy medium of pricing and features. Continue reading
The Final Days of LaSalle, 1940
After 14 years, the brilliant but ultimately disappointing career of the LaSalle, Cadillac’s junior brand, came to an end in 1940. Continue reading
A 1939 Chevrolet Mystery
For a single year in 1939, the Chevrolet division at General Motors did not offer a convertible. Why? It’s never really been explained. Continue reading
None of a Kind: A 1971 Cadillac Eldorado Station Wagon
Through most of its history Cadillac never offered a station wagon, but there were some notable experiments at GM, including this 1971 proposal based on the Eldorado. Continue reading
Great Moments in Rebranding: the 1984-85 Chevy Citation II
When the Chevrolet Citation developed a poor reputation with consumers, one of the solutions was to rename it the Citation II. Continue reading