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REMEMBER THE 1954 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS

The 1954 Oldsmobile Cutlass is an iconic classic car that stands
out for its sleek design and powerful performance. It was the first
of its kind to feature a four-barrel carburetor, allowing it to reach
speeds up to 115 mph. Its signature chrome accents and curved
lines give it a timeless look that still turns heads today.

The interior is just as impressive, with luxurious leather seats,
power windows, and air conditioning. This classic not only
looks good but also has proven reliability – making it a favorite
among vintage car enthusiasts. With over 300 horsepower under
the hood, this vehicle will take you back in time in style!

1954 oldsmobile cutlass concept | IEDEI

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RACE CAR DRIVER HAS PASSED AT AGE 79

Bill Vukovich II Indy 500 1968 | The Vukovich Racing Legacy

Bill Vukovich jr interviewed at the speedway. | The Vukovich Racing Legacy
William John Vukovich II (March 29, 1944 – August 20, 2023)

Bill Vukovich II, the Indianapolis 500 Rookie of the Year in
1968, died Sunday.
 

He finished in the top ten 85 times, with one victory in 1973
at
Michigan and best finish at the Indianapolis 500 came in
1973, where he came in second in a rain-shortened, tragedy-
marred event. He was inducted in the
National Midget Auto
Racing Hall of
Fame
in 1998

Vukovich also had 23 National midget car victories in his career,
and drove for part of his career in
J. C. Agajanian‘s midget car.

Bill Vukovich II was the son of two-time Indianapolis 500 winner
Bill Vukovich and the father of Billy Vukovich III, both of whom
were killed in racing accidents.

1967 - Billy Vukovich Jr. in J.J. Smith's (#17) at Terre Haute Speedway Located at the Vigo ...
Vukovich ll in 1967.


 

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FRANK SINATRA AND HIS 1955 FORD T-BIRD

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Frank Sinatra | Celebrity cars, Collector cars, Classic films

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REMEMBER THE 1951 FORD WOODY WAGON?

1951 Ford Woody Wagon

By 1951, woody wagons had been around for more than two
decades, but that didn’t stop manufacturers from cranking
out new renditions. Ford’s 1951 Woody Wagon was put
together with individual pieces of planking rather than the
traditional solid pieces. The 1951 Ford and Mercury wagons
broke woody production records and set an all-time high.

They were also the most expensive models in their lines. But
what really cemented 1951 woodies in history was the fact
that it was the last year Ford and Mercury models used real
wood for the bodies.
 
(Story by Rachel Schneider)

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MOBILE PHONE SHAPED OUR INTERACTION


In 1959, the mobile telephone was a revolutionary invention
that changed how people communicated.

The original model weighed over 30 pounds and featured a large
antenna on top, making it look like something out of a science
fiction movie.

mobile telephone: Motorola push-button car telephone, 1959 | Mobile telephone, Motorola, Telephone

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