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Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction, Part 9 |
The classic 1957 Chevy (seen last week) gave way to the totally redesigned '58. At the time, I thought they had produced a ruinous design. The passage of time has not done much to assuage my feelings. Just look — it gives me the impression that they took those cool fins, melted them and folded them into the fenders. However, I guess someone liked the design because Chevy retook the sales title back from Ford, who held it the previous year. Curiously, the fins returned in the 1959 and 1960 Chevy models before disappearing for good. |
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This brings back a pleasant memory of my most recent stay on Lana`i. In front of the Dis N Dat shop sits an almost identical vehicle. If you would like to reminisce, click here and scroll down. |
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Well, at least Cadillac had not abandoned its excessive fins of that era. And they added jet flame taillights to boot. I find them amusing and not very attractive. If I had been wealthy enough at that time to afford a Cadillac, I doubt that my sense of design would allow me to buy one — Cadillac prestige notwithstanding. However, it is still fun to look back. To be continued... |
Life is good.
Aloha,
B. David
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