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1957 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible, one of the most iconic autos of the era [1]. The 1950s were pivotal for the American automobile industry.The post-World War II era brought a wide range of new technologies to the automobile consumer, and a host of problems for the independent automobile manufacturers.
The 1950s welcomed a slew of car models, contributing to a postwar boom of nearly 60 million vehicles. ... For more fun auto trivia, please sign up for our free newsletters. Flickr. 1952 Dodge ...
Tailfins gave a Space Age look to cars, and along with extensive use of chrome became commonplace by the end of the decade. 1950s American automobile culture has had an enduring influence on the culture of the United States, as reflected in popular music, major trends from the 1950s and mainstream acceptance of the "hot rod" culture. The American manufacturing economy switched from producing ...
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In great working order, this car has ties to “James Bond” creator Ian Fleming and is offered for sale by Gullwing Motor Cars, Inc. in Astoria, New York. 1958 Chevrolet Impala Price: $999,999
The General Motors Le Sabre is a 1951 concept car.Possibly the most important show car of the 1950s, [1] it introduced aircraft-inspired design elements such as the wrap-around windshield and tail fins, which became common on automotive designs during the second half of the decade.
The Gaylord Gladiator was conceptualized in the 1950s by James and Edward Gaylord, sons of the possible inventor of the bobby pin, and the owners of Gaylord Cars [de; pl]. [1] They approached Alex Tremulis with their design, but he was working for the Ford Motor Company at the time. They then went to Brooks Stevens, who designed it. [2]
The Crystal Restaurant, 26 N. Front St., in 1950. The Greek-owned restaurant would go on to be the namesake for Crystal Pier in Wrighstville Beach. ... And now the answers: ... Take this quiz on ...