56 T-Bird and the Wind in Your Hair

 

Introducing the sleek and powerful 1956 Ford Thunderbird, a true American classic that embodies the spirit of the open road. With its distinctive two-seater design and sporty curves, this beauty is sure to turn heads wherever it goes.

Under the hood, the Thunderbird packs a punch with its V8 engine, delivering a smooth and responsive ride that’s perfect for cruising along the highway. And with its convertible top, drivers can feel the wind in their hair and the sun on their face as they soak up the thrill of the open road.

But it’s not just about performance – the Thunderbird also boasts a stylish interior that’s both comfortable and functional. From the plush leather seats to the sleek dashboard and classic gauges, every detail has been carefully crafted to enhance the driving experience.

And let’s not forget the iconic styling that sets the Thunderbird apart from other cars of its time. The signature round headlights, chrome grille, and sweeping lines all add up to create a timeless look that’s still revered today.

Overall, the 1956 Ford Thunderbird is a true classic that represents the best of American automotive design. With its powerful engine, sleek styling, and comfortable interior, it’s no wonder this car has stood the test of time and continues to be a beloved classic among car enthusiasts around the world.

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1953 Runway Corvette

 1953 Runway Corvette- If there's a runway it is almost mandatory to drive a car to the end of it and take some pictures.

Here is our 1953 Chevrolet Corvette at the end of 32R somewhere in the great American southwest.

 The 1953 Corvette started life as a concept car and eventually 300 were carefully assembled by hand in Flint, Michigan. These first Corvettes were powered by an inline six cylinder engine putting out 150 horsepower. Sports car lovers considered them to be underpowered. The first 'Vette did the quarter mile in 18 seconds and 0 to 60 in 11. Not very impressive, perhaps on a par with a modern four cylinder SUV.

There are only 225 C1 Corvettes left and a nice one could set you back $100,000 or more. 

 

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Sunday in Detroit City

 Sunday in Detroit City- Our 1973 Cadillac Sedan DeVille cruises through a rough and tumble area of one of America's great cities.

Cadillac was founded right here in Detroit in 1902. Henry Ford was one of the early investors though he stayed with the company for only a very short period of time. 

Cadillac's are known to this day for luxury and performance and boast an impressive racing pedigree.  

The 1973 Cadillac Sedan DeVille, in nice shape can be had for $20,000 or so. Happy shopping!

 

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Remember That Time We Got Chased By a UFO

 Remember That Time We Got Chased By a UFO- Yeah, that was cool.

Now- do you remember those little cars? The Honda N600. The little 600cc air cooled machine made its American debut in 1970 priced at around $1500. They were small and light at less than ten feet long and 1300 pounds, and simple. The SOHC 600cc powerplant was a modified version of a Honda motorcycle engine. Most N600's were sold through Honda motorcycle dealers. 35,000 were sold in the States.

Honda replaced the N600 with the Civic in 1973 and a network of car dealers was established. 

 

 

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Traveling With a Friend

Traveling With a Friend- Our 1973 Cadillac is on the prowl again through the great American southwest. We seem to have acquired a traveling companion- it's always better to travel with a friend...

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Yellow Chevy Corvette Lost in the City

The first 300 Corvettes were handmade in Flint Michigan 60 years ago- since then thousands have roamed the streets and race tracks of the world. 

This Yellow Corvette has found its way into inner Detroit City under mysterious circumstances- perhaps you will be the one to rescue it and hang it on a wall.

Yellow Corvette Hanging on the Wall

2020 Chevy Corvette Stingray at Home

2020 Chevy Corvette Stingray Sports Car at Home

 The Chevy Corvette Stingray with the Z51 performance package at home in the country. Mid engine performance- hyper performance really- the Stingray with the Z51 package and a few other options will cost you around $85,000. Experts claim it is well worth the price. 0 to 60 in 2.9 seconds from the 495 horsepower V-8 and you'll still get 27 miles per gallon on the highway.

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Blue Lamborghini

Blue Lamborghini a fine art print by George Cosmo Wagner

 

A classic blue Lamborghini Countach parked in front of its stately home. The timeless style of this iconic Italian sports car combined with soft lines and subdued color make this print perfect for any environment.
This lovely print by George Cosmo Wagner would print and display nicely as a canvas or as a framed print on watercolor paper. I'd even give it a go as a metal print.
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Filling Up on 39 Cent Gasoline

Two American muscle cars fill up on 39 cent a gallon gas in this image by George Cosmo Wagner

 Just a couple of guys in 20th century American muscle cars filling up on leaded premium 39 cent a gallon gas, maybe grabbing a 50 cent pack of smokes before dropping a quarter into the pay phone to let Betty Lou know they're on their way.

Big engines, big gas tanks- maybe eight or ten dollars to top it off. Based on my personal experiences with similar cars these classics probably get 8-10 miles per gallon 'round town and maybe 14 on the highway. 

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Classic MGA 1600 Roadster Stops for an Ice Cream Cone

 

Late 50's MGA 1600 Roadster out for an ice cream cone. In production from 1955 through 1962 the MGA is a desirable classic. In nice shape one will put you back around $30k, a restorable car can be had for well under 10.

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1969 Austin Healey Sprite

 The 1969 Austin Healey Sprite- I had the pleasure of owning a '69 Sprite although mine had been repainted "safety orange". Fun little car even though we push started it more times than I can count and parts acquisition was difficult at best. There was an MG dealer about 30 miles from my home and they were very helpful- at one point they pulled parts of a car on the lot when I was in a jam. We also made some brackets and machined a new banjo bolt for a front caliper ourselves. Impossible to get that bolt!

Today we can ride along with this proud owner as he takes us on a short demo cruise.

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The 1970 Plymouth GTX at the County Fair

1970 Plymouth GTX at a County Fair

 

Based on the Plymouth Belvedere the GTX was considered a more upscale muscle car offering than the similar Roadrunner. The GTX came equipped with a 7.2L engine rated at 375 horsepower with tree stump pulling torque. The 7L Chrysler Hemi was available as an option.

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Deuce Coupe Street Rod at Johnny's Burger Joint

 Custom Chevy powered Deuce coupe hotrod parked in front of the local hangout, waiting for the afternoon crowd to pull into Johnny's burger joint.

They say the golden era for hot rods was just after World War 2 partly due to the popularity of the Southern California Timing Association that sanctioned drag races between street rods.

Hot rods, street rods, custom cars- they're still out there today.

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1956 Cadillac Sedan in Green

1956 Cadillac Sedan (Series 62) in Green by George Cosmo Wagner

 Big, beautiful American cars are part of the history of the 1950's. This green 1956 Cadillac Sedan Series 62 was powered by a 365 cubic inch V-8, 285 horsepower engine mated to a 4 speed Hydramatic automatic transmission. Worried about fuel economy? The Caddy got eight to ten miles per gallon around town, maybe 15 with a tailwind on the highway. Still- big, beautiful, powerful and green. 

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A pretty girl drives by in a two tone 1957 Ford Skyliner. The Skyliner was Fords retractable roof debut. It was considered an engineering marvel when it worked. 

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1955 Olds Super 88 Convertible

1955 red and white two tone Oldsmobile Super 88 convertible

 1955 Oldsmobile Super 88 Convertible. Known in its day for decent build quality and performance the Super 88 was the series mid level model. Powered by a 324 c.i. 4 barrel engine making 185 horsepower. You might be able to grab one in good condition for under 20 if you look hard enough. Good luck.

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The Lamborghini Countach

The classic Lamborghini Countach. A view from the back in this illustration by George Cosmo Wagner.

 The Lamborghini Countach was a mid engine Italian hyper car produced from 1974 to 1990. Now the Countach is back in the spot light once again in 2022 as Lamborghini shows off the new hybrid super car at the Geneva Motor Show. The new Countach develops 800 horsepower from a small electric motor working with the gasoline engine. Lamborghini claims zero to 60 times of 2.8 seconds. Base price around 2.6 million USD- the first lot has sold out.

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1953 Chevy Corvette Speeding Down a Country Lane

A white 1953 Chevy Corvette speeds along a country road

 A white 1953 Chevy Corvette speeds along a one lane country road. Fast cars and isolated back roads are a tradition that dates back to the dawn of the automotive age. They say that's where NASCAR got its start. 

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Cadillac Sedan DeVille's Midnight Run

Black and white illustration of a 1973 Cadillac Sedan DeVille in an urban area

 Arianna was in a dark mood so we took a midnight cruise in black and white through Detroit City.

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1965 Maserati Tipo 151

 1965 Maserati Tipo 151 race car illustration

The 1965 Maserati Tipo 151 is a beautiful automobile to look at- and to listen to. However this model had a checkered racing pedigree, hitting 200mph on LeMans Mulssane Straight while accumulating a number of DNF's. But still a thing of beauty and an example of classic race car design.

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