Plymouth’s first six-cylinder car in 1933 was a bit of a misfire, but the company quickly adjusted. Continue reading
1933: Plymouth Gets a Six
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Video: The 1976 Grand Prix is Pontiac’s Classic Personal Car
Now in its 15th year in production, for 1976 the Grand Prix was marketed as “Pontiac’s classic personal car.” Continue reading
Video: The 1972 Dodge Pickup is New From the Road to the Roof
Totally redesigned for 1972, the new, more civilized Dodge Sweptline pickup was “good for hauling loads and pampering people,” the Dodge boys said. Continue reading
Ford’s Two-Door Handy Hauler: the 1952 Ranch Wagon
In 1952 Ford introduced the Ranch Wagon, a name that would prove to have considerable staying power in the automaker’s wagon lineup. Continue reading
The Model T’s Forerunner: The 1906-08 Ford Model NRS
The Model T was revolutionary, but Henry Ford didn’t pull it out of thin air. It was in large part a careful refinement of his Models N, R, and S of 1906 through 1908. Continue reading
Video: 1967 Dodge Monaco–It’s Where the Luxury is
In 1967, the deluxe full-size member of the Dodge Rebellion was the roomy and luxurious Monaco. Here’s a closer look. Continue reading
When the Chrysler Hemi (Almost) Raced at Indy: The 1952 A311 Program
Chrysler made plans to conquer the Indy 500 in 1953 with the hemi Firepower V8, but the scheme worked a little too well. Continue reading