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The Porsche 356 was first produced in 1948 and was the first production vehicle to ever carry the Porsche name. It was created by Ferdinand Porsche and his son Ferry Porsche, with the intent of building a lightweight, nimble sports car that could outperform other vehicles in its class. The 1950 Porsche 356 was one… Continue reading 1950 Porsche 356 1100
The 1929 Ford Model A was a popular car produced by Ford from 1927 to 1931 and was the successor to the iconic Model T. The Model A was more powerful and easier to drive than the Model T, with a more modern design, better suspension, and a higher top speed. The Model A was… Continue reading 1929 Ford Model A (Japan Built)
The 1931 Cadillac Series 452A was a luxury car produced by Cadillac in the early 1930s. It was part of Cadillac’s “Series 452” lineup, which was known for being some of the most expensive and prestigious cars of the era. The Series 452A was powered by a massive 8.8-liter V16 engine, which produced an impressive… Continue reading 1931 Cadillac Series 452A
The 1955 Ford Thunderbird is a two-seater sports car that was produced by Ford Motor Company from 1955 to 1957. It was designed to compete with the Chevrolet Corvette, which had been introduced a few years earlier. The first generation Thunderbird, which includes the 1955 model year, was a two-door convertible with a fiberglass body… Continue reading 1955 Ford Thunderbird
The Lancia Astura Tipo 233C was a luxury car produced by Italian manufacturer Lancia from 1932 to 1939. The 233C model was introduced in 1936 and was based on the Astura chassis, but with significant upgrades to its engine and suspension. The Tipo 233C was powered by a refined version of the 2.9-liter V8 engine… Continue reading 1936 Lancia Astura Tipo 233C
The 1938 Cadillac Series 60 Special was a luxury car produced by Cadillac, featuring a sleek and elegant design. It was built on a longer wheelbase than the standard 60 Series, with a longer and more spacious body, making it ideal for use as a limousine or chauffeur-driven car. The Series 60 Special was powered… Continue reading 1938 Cadillac Series 60 Special
The Peugeot 402 was a mid-sized car produced by French automaker Peugeot from 1935 to 1942. The 1938 Peugeot 402 featured a sleek and aerodynamic design with a three-box body style. It was offered in several body styles, including sedan, convertible, and coupe. Under the hood, the 1938 Peugeot 402 was powered by a 2.0-liter… Continue reading 1938 Peugeot 402
The 1945 Toyota Model KC truck is a vintage commercial vehicle produced by Toyota Motor Corporation. It is a light-duty flatbed truck that was designed for utility and transportation purposes. The Model KC was part of the G1 series of Toyota trucks that were produced during and after World War II. The truck had an… Continue reading 1945 Toyota Model KC Truck
The 1948 Tatra Model 87 was a Czechoslovakian luxury car produced by Tatra, a company known for its aerodynamic designs. The Model 87 was considered one of the most advanced cars of its time, with its sleek, teardrop body and rear-mounted, air-cooled V8 engine capable of producing 85 horsepower. The car had advanced engineering features… Continue reading 1948 Tatra Model 87
The 1949 Studebaker Commander was a full-size car produced by the Studebaker Corporation from 1949 to 1952. It was introduced in April 1948 as a 1949 model and was available in several body styles, including a two-door coupe, four-door sedan, and five-passenger convertible. The styling of the 1949 Studebaker Commander was unconventional for the time… Continue reading 1949 Studebaker Commander
The 1936 Toyoda Model AA was the first car produced by the Japanese automaker, Toyota. The Model AA was a luxury car that was designed and produced to appeal to the wealthy Japanese market during the 1930s. The Model AA featured a 3.4-liter engine, which produced 62 horsepower and 153 lb-ft of torque, and was… Continue reading 1936 Toyoda Model AA
The 1949 Ford Custom 4 Door Sedan was part of the first post-World War II redesign of Ford vehicles. The Ford Custom was the mid-level offering, above the base Deluxe model and below the top-of-the-line Crestline. The car featured a sleek, modern body design with rounded fenders, a sloping rear roofline, and a chrome grille.… Continue reading 1949 Ford Custom 4 Door Sedan
The 1943 Ford Model GPW Jeep was a military vehicle designed and produced during World War II by Ford and Willys-Overland. It was based on the Willys MB Jeep and was largely identical in design, with the main differences being in the manufacturing processes and minor design details. The Model GPW Jeep was powered by… Continue reading 1943 Ford Model GPW Jeep
The Rolls-Royce 40/50 HP Phantom III was introduced in 1936 as the company’s flagship model. It was powered by a 7.3-liter V12 engine that could produce up to 165 horsepower. The car featured an independent front suspension, hydraulic brakes, and a steel box-section frame, which made it one of the most advanced automobiles of its… Continue reading 1937 Rolls-Royce 40/50 HP Phantom III1937
The 1942 KdF Wagen, also known as the Volkswagen Beetle, was a car produced by the German automaker Volkswagen during World War II. The car was designed by Ferdinand Porsche in the 1930s as a cheap, practical car for the masses, and was initially marketed under the KdF (Kraft durch Freude) name. However, production of… Continue reading 1942 KdF Wagen
The 1948 Tucker 48, also known as the Tucker Torpedo, was a car produced by the Tucker Corporation in Chicago. The car was designed by Preston Tucker and his team with futuristic features such as a third central headlight that turned with the wheels for improved visibility, a safety glass windshield that popped out during… Continue reading 1948 Tucker 48
The Kaiser Frazer Henry J was a compact car produced by the Kaiser-Frazer Corporation from 1950 to 1954. This was the company’s first attempt at creating an economy car that could compete with the popular Chevrolet and Ford models of the time. The Henry J was named after Henry J. Kaiser, the co-founder of the… Continue reading 1951 Kaiser Frazer Henry J
The Cadillac Series 60 Special was a premium luxury car produced by Cadillac from 1938 to 1941 and from 1945 to 1949. It was designed as an exclusive vehicle with a longer wheelbase, bigger rear seat, and additional amenities compared to the standard Cadillac Series 60. The car was powered by a 5.7-liter V8 engine… Continue reading 1948 Cadillac Series 60 Special
The 1947 MG Midget Type TC was a small two-seater sports car produced by the British carmaker MG (Morris Garages). It was the first MG model to be exported to the United States in large numbers, and it quickly became popular among American buyers who were looking for a fun, lightweight sports car. The TC… Continue reading 1947 MG Midget Type TC
