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The Mercury Monterey
In the post-war years as the Baby Boomers were starting to walk and talk, the Ford Motor Company was working to fill the huge demands of growing families across the United States. The Mercury division of Ford rolled out the Monterey, a full- size car model. Though the name and concept of the vehicle began two years before its official debut as its own series, the Monterey was introduced in 1952. Both a convertible and a four-door sedan version were available in the first model year.
1967 AMC Marlin
Before the American Motor Corporation came to control this classic car’s destiny under the AMC name, that is, the Marlin was known as the Rambler Marlin. In order to make more consumers feel like they could ride in style, the company incorporated a “personal luxury” style, which not only gave potential buyers a sizable list of standard features, but also provided several additional features to better suit the needs and wants of a diverse culture. With the combination of the standard and optional equipment, buyers could customize the look and feel of their new car. The Marlin itself was officially introduced to the public in 1965. In the beginning, the car received mixed reviews and had a troubled lifespan. When the 1967 model year Marlin was introduced, it was larger than it was in previous years. 2,545 units were sold, and they were more expensive than the earlier models.
Drive Like A Billionaire
These days, hardly a conversation passes without the mention of the lackluster economy and dashed hopes of a retirement focused on exotic vacations and expensive hobbies. As Baby Boomers enter retirement, those who are able to afford these luxuries are beginning to be the minority. However, even those with the most luck and the most wealth are opting for lower- cost vehicles.
Warren Buffet, the billionaire investing tycoon, is the proud owner of a vehicle most would be surprised to learn he drives. Retailing for around $45,000, his Cadillac DTS is a car that many Americans can afford, and certainly is no rarity on the road. He purchased the vehicle in hopes of helping General Motors as it struggled to regain relevancy in the recent economic downturn.
Eckler’s Firebird/Firebird Parts
For people who own or restore the classic muscle car, the Pontiac Firebird, finding resources and parts along the way can be tricky. Eckler’s Firebid prides itself on providing quality Firebird parts for 1962- 2002 model years at affordable prices. Their exclusive focus on the Firebird makes this company a great resource for anyone with questions or in need of seemingly obscure Firebird parts. Whether you are looking for Officially Licensed General Motors Restoration Firebird Parts or brand name Firebird parts from other manufacturers, Eckler’s Firebird is a one-stop shop for all things Firebird related.
1970 Olds 442
As a member of the muscle car category, the Oldsmobile 442 proved its worth the hard way: Originally, the 442 was an optional package for the F-85 and Cutlass models, beginning in 1964. After the Pontiac division of General Motors experienced an unexpected success with the release of the The Tempest GTO the same year, Oldsmobile quickly compiled the package to keep buyers interested. The 442 did not become an actual car model independent of others until 1968.
1952 Hudson Wasp
Some short-lived car models are the result of poor consumer demand, some are morphed into other styles, and still others suffer the demise of the very company that created them. During the early 1950s, Hudson Motor Company was beginning to struggle to compete with bigger auto companies like Ford and Chrysler. When the Hudson Wasp debuted in 1952, it was largely based on the Hudson Pacemaker. It came as a two or four-door sedan, convertible, or two-door hard top.
English Invasion
As one of the most prestigious car companies in classic car history, Jaguar rolled out a car in the 1960s that certainly stood out among its competitors. One particular model was given the honor of topping the list of Sports Car International Magazine’s “Top Sports Cars of the 1960s” in 2004, and was later also named one of the “100 Most Beautiful Cars” by the Daily Telegraph in 2008.
Ford Model A
Shortly before the onset of the Great Depression and in the Depression’s early years, Ford Motor Company was changing tactics. The Model T was introduced in 1908, and for years, the car was unchanged and available in only black. As competitors in the auto market arose, Ford was faced with reality: to stay relevant, it would need to produce vehicles that were both attractive in appearance and performance. After a brief shutdown following a decline in sales as car-buyers began searching for options and color choices, Ford debuted the Model A.
Oscar Mayer Wienermobile
Every once in a while you see something on the street that seems like it dropped in out of some kind of surreal otherworldly dimension because it simply appears out of context. When it comes to motor vehicles, if you have ever seen the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile cruising down the street or parked somewhere in your hometown you have probably had one of these moments.
You are probably familiar with the Oscar Meyer company as a maker of hotdogs and cold cuts that you see at the grocery store every week. They have been in business for a long time; the company dates all the way back to 1883 when Oscar Meyer and his brother Gottfried started selling wursts in a German section of Chicago.
The Amphicar
A lot of people are looking for versatility when they are shopping for a motor vehicle, and this makes sense because they can serve multiple different purposes.
Along these lines some consumers have the need to haul things from time to time so they care interested in a truck, but at the same time they would prefer the comfort and ride that is afforded by a sedan. The automotive industry satisfied this niche by developing vehicles such as the Chevrolet El Camino and the Ford Ranchero. These vehicles had pickup beds but had the same body style as a car in the front.
