In 1939, John Tjaarda and Briggs Manufacturing proposed this futuristic set of automobiles, and they were as radical on the inside as they were on the outside. Continue reading
Category Archives: Design
Boattail Dreams: A 1965 Pontiac Fastback Proposal
In the GM styling studios, this flamboyant boattail roof was proposed for the popular 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix. Continue reading
A Cadillac Named Jacqueline: The 1961 Pininfarina Show Car
In 1961, the USA had a new First Lady who captivated the world—including the Italian coach house Pininfarina, which named its latest Cadillac show car the Jacqueline. Continue reading
Quicksilver: The Story of the 1960 Ford
For 1960, the full-sized Ford line was sporting a distinctive new look that hadn’t been seen before and wouldn’t be seen again. This is the story of the Quicksilver Ford. Continue reading
Turbine Dreams: The 1963 Chrysler Typhoon
The fabulous 1963 Chrysler Turbine Ghia had an equally glamorous sibling: the Typhoon, a two-seat roadster with a disappearing metal top. Continue reading
Sports Car Dreams: A Never-Was 1941 Willys Roadster by Brooks Stevens
Just before the United States was drawn into World War II, noted industrial designer Brooks Stevens designed this graceful little sports convertible for Willys-Overland. Continue reading
If Syd Mead Designed a Concept Vehicle: 1966 Ford Ranger II
Just imagine if the futurist and visionary Syd Mead had designed a concept vehicle. Now here it is: the 1966 Ford Ranger II. Continue reading