For 1967, Plymouth introduced a new Barracuda, with plans to take a bigger bite out of the pony car market. Continue reading
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1968 Dodge Charger: Crown Jewel of the Mopar B-Bodies
Many memorable cars were based on Chrysler’s versatile B-body platform, but there’s a a solid consensus that the 1968 Charger was the most beautiful of the bunch. Continue reading
Pillarless Prototype: The 1933 Desoto Foursome
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
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
The Forward Look Goes Finless: 1961 Plymouth
In 1961, Plymouth offered its first new model in six years without tailfins. While it wasn’t a great success in the showrooms, the lack of fins probably wasn’t a factor. Continue reading
Turbine Swan Song: The 1977 Chrysler LeBaron Turbine Concept
The 1977 LeBaron Turbine was the product of nearly 25 years of Chrysler research on gas turbine engines. But ultimately, the program reached a dead end. Continue reading
1933: DeSoto Wins a Promotion
For 1933, the Chrysler Corporation moved the DeSoto brand up the price ladder from just above Plymouth to second, just below Chrysler. The automaker had a plan. Continue reading