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What we now regard as the ultimate sporting luxury interior feature, the four individual 'bucket' seats created with stationary center armrests, weren't as appreciated by the general public in the 1930's. It is curious that Cord owners wouldn't embrace such an exclusive feature. The idea of four bucket seat interiors would finally gain currency in the latter 1950's through the 1960's. But progressive designers such as Gordon Buehrig were leading the way.

No, that little bit of information is lost to time...

Here it is when I encountered it in the flea market at Hershey 1989:

For Sale: 1980 Oldsmobile 98 2dr Coupe, 47K miles - $8,500 - Derry, PA - This posting has been deleted by its author. 8-6-2023 1980 Olds 98 - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle automotive sale (craigslist.org) Seller's Description: 1980 Oldsmobile 98 2dr coupe, fully loaded. 47,000 original miles. Ice cold air, never in snow or salt. Original paint, never wrecked or smoked in. Runs like new! Just put $1280 in tune up, brakes and more. $8500 cash, firm. Contact: Call Mark at (724) 4-nine-3-9-9-8-four Copy and paste in your email: 782f35d7ba3231ef88042e43ab86cf1e@sale.craigslist.org I have no personal interest or stake in the eventual sale of this 1980 Oldsmobile 98 2dr Coupe.

For 1926, the Elcar Eight-in-Line was the Model 8-81, 132"wb., 298 ci Lycoming 4H straight eight, all priced over $2,100 to $2,800, squarely versus the Packard Single Six. The concurrent Auburn had the Lycoming 4HM, whatever that variation denoted. Elcar hadn't competed in the entry-level premium/luxury price segment before the prior year 8-80, had generally been solid medium-priced market contender. The Standard Catalog, edited by Kimes and Clark list 1,336 cars as their total 1926 production. Given that model selection included the 4-55 priced ~$1,200-$1,400 and the 6-65 priced ~$1,300-$1,600, one might reasonably suppose that the 8-81 comprised the smallest percent of those 1,336 totals. This may not be the sole survivor of the model but darn close to it.

That's not just any production 1937 Packard 120 convertible, it's the one-off convertible victoria. The late actor Edward Hermann had it restored and showed it at the 1999 Packard Centennial at Warren, Ohio. Of hand, I don't recall if the body was built by Dietrich (Murray) or LeBaron (Briggs). It looks the same as it did at the Centennial.

For Sale: 1924 Studebaker Light Six 4dr Sedan - $17,000 - Waynesboro, VA - Owner states "dropped the price significantly ($13,200): 9-1-2023. See posting by 1924lightsix below: 1924 Studebaker Light Six - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle... (craigslist.org) Seller's Description: This 1924 Studebaker Light Six is being sold as is. It is estimated that there are less than 100 of these still running in the United States.- Original engine with about 70,600 miles- 3 speed manual transmission- All gauges work, except for the clock (which can be repaired)- Refurbished interior (carpet, floor mats, rearview mirror, ceiling upholstery)- New battery- Resealed roofWhat it needs:- Exterior was refurbished about 40 years ago. Paint looks good from a distance, but small rust spots, paint chips, etc are visible up close.- The car runs and drives, but the generator does not recharge the battery. That means the battery dies after a short trip. There are shops where you can send the generator to have it rebuilt.- Small oil leak due to old seals and gaskets. Nothing serious, but all of the seals and gaskets on the vehicle could be replaced someday. Olsens Gaskets makes a kit specifically for this vehicle.- Gas tank gauge doesn't work.- Aftermarket wiper doesn't work.- Brakes work, but they aren't very strong.- Missing one doorknob top and window crank. Contact: No phone listed Copy and paste in your email: e68721bda9cc3dd198076ebc76d54a3e@sale.craigslist.org I have no personal interest or stake in the eventual sale of this 1924 Studebaker Light Six 4dr Sedan.

For Sale: 1959 Edsel Ranger 2dr Sedan, 6-cyl. manual shift, - $12,000 - East Greenbush, NY 1959 Edsel Ranger - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle automotive sale (craigslist.org) Seller's Description: 1959 Edsel Ranger 2 door sedan - 223 inline 6 cylinder - 3 speed standard on the column - black and silver interior - factory pink (Talisman red) outside color - runs and drives good - body in very good shape - interior in very good shape (have new black carpet for car not installed) - have a new continental kit for car ( not installed) - have new spotlights and mounts for car (not installed) - new metal fender skirts for car (not installed) - many very nice used parts for car also - nice cruise night car - don’t see these around much - fully restore car or drive and enjoy as you customize it - running the ad to see what interest is in the car - don’t need to sell so don’t send ridiculous offers - $12000 OBO - don’t ask if still for sale, if ad is up, car is for sale - thanks for looking - leave message with number and name to get back a hold of you. Thanks again. Contact: No phone listed Copy and paste in your email: 9bda5be3b23531f198494b16d86db8bd@sale.craigslist.org I have no personal interest or stake in the eventual sale of this 1959 Edsel Ranger 2dr Sedan.

See "For Sale - Not Mine" for listing and photos.

For Sale: 1937 Cord Armchair Beverly - Project - $27,500 - Vienna, VA SOLD!!!! 9-7-2023 '37 Cord Armchair Beverly - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle... (craigslist.org) Seller's Description: This is a complete, solid, original numbers matching unrestored Cord with transmission reliability upgrades, original vacuum-electric shift, 125" wheelbase. Currently stored, engine turns. ACD Club certified, Category 1 certificate # C354. Painted years ago, Cape Ivory #2, a '55 Cadillac color. Titled in my name. This was my college car back in the dark ages...! Picture of me in car was taken on 9th. St. with the Auburn Hotel in the background on 9th St in 2002. Asking $27,500. odometer: 77471 Contact: Dave Henderson, (703) nine-3-8-8-9-5-four, Pease call to my land line. No texting. Copy and paste in your email: 85bee27f980d32e2a33ffdbfd656d7fc@sale.craigslist.org I have no personal interest or stake in the eventual sale of this 1937 Cord Armchair Beverly - Project.

Still Available, Unchanged Price: $14,950: 7-2-2023: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle... (craigslist.org) Seller's Description: This 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado 2d Hardtop coupe is finished with burgundy mist exterior and matching burgundy original interior.This is the first year for the Oldsmobile Toronado with front wheel drive, and hideaway headlights. Solid car with no rust.This driver quality Toronado is equipped with a powerful 425CID original numbers matching engine. Vehicle is priced to sell at 14,950. May consider up trade or down trade with 1960s vehicles. odometer: 45754 Contact: (585) 3-six-2-eleven-3-9 Copy and paste in your email: ee5b491159e932f88203cb1a98ed7bdc@sale.craigslist.org Note: Seller has added better detail views of the car to his listing.

These 148" wb Eights/120's were built to appeal to the livery market and as an adjunct to Henney-Packard professional cars for funeral/mourner's coaches. The hotel courtesy cars, livery coaches, stage-lines, railroad station/airport limousines segment was dominated by Mopar models, Packard developed these 'Junior' series seven passenger models to compete.

For Sale: 1964 Dodge Custom 880 2dr Hardtop - Project - $8,900 - Canton, MI 1964 Dodge Custom 880 2 door - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle... (craigslist.org) Seller's Description: This car comes with the original Bill of sale. It is not currently in running condition. the Body and interior are in good condition. It needs a new battery at least; linkage needs to be checked. Will need a tune up, possible carburetor rebuilt, possible hoses. We do not know exactly how many miles are on the odometer The car has sat in a garage for 10 years. We will consider all reasonable offers. It is the buyer's responsibility to transport the car. Contact: No phone listed Copy and paste in your email: 0cf75f7a51e63059be5cd520182685a3@sale.craigslist.org I have no personal interest or stake in the eventual sale of this 1964 Dodge Custom 880 2dr Hardtop. The Standard Catalog of American Cars, 1946-1975, Edited by John Gunnell states 3,798 1964 Dodge Custom 880 2dr Hardtops built.

Those considering this Packard should keep in mind that it has a 148" wheelbase, will require a deeper garage to park in.

The 1958-'60 Lincolns did not fare very well in the used car market. Consider the following comparing the three 1959 luxury two door hardtops as used cars in Spring 1963 and Summer 1965: Source: N.A.D.A Used Car Valuation Market Reports. Nameplate............Factory Price.......Retail 1963.....Retail 1965: Cadillac DeVille: ----$5,252---------$2,400--------$1,100 Lincoln Premiere: ---$5,347---------$1,600---------$785 Imperial Crown: -----$5,403---------$1,700---------$535 Whereas the Cadillac was still expensive enough to exclude many of the buyer who wouldn't have the resources to maintain the car in good condition, both Lincoln and Imperial were a "big. flashy, cheap rides" until something expensive needed repair or replacement. That $1,600-$1,700 range bought a two-year-old full-size Chevy-Ford-Plymouth mid-trim level two door with average mileage, or a large portion of the price of a new intermediate.

Were it not for distance, here is a 1966 New Yorker parts car with mostly good original interior...in Wisconsin. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle... (craigslist.org)

Yes, largest unibody in their time: 131" wb, OAL: 229", ~5,000 lbs. It's a fascinating tale of the driving corporate motivations and personalities that brought these "misunderstood giants" to market. The basic idea was to "Out Cadillac, Cadillac in every way." reasoning if long, massive, extravagantly styled cars denoted the ultimate in American luxury, Lincoln would deliver it in spades.

For Sale: 1963 Dodge Custom 880 Convertible - Project - $3,000 - Marshfield, WI 1963 dodge 880 - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle automotive sale (craigslist.org) Seller's Description: For Sale, 1963 Dodge 880 Custom Convertible, nice clean auto to restore, very little rust, 413V8, Just 684 Convertibles were made. No photos included on the Craigslist posting. (Standard 880 and Custom 880 engine was the 361 ci V8. The "684" was the 1962 Dodge Custom 880 convertible production numbers). Contact: Pete (715) six-7-6-2-two-3-6 Copy and paste in your email: f397e55ac4883a6f8fdd8aa5a4832081@sale.craigslist.org I have no personal interest or stake in the eventual sale of this 1963 Dodge Custom 880 Convertible - Project. The Standard Catalog of American Cars, 1946-1975, Edited by John Gunnell states 822 1963 Dodge Custom 880 Convertibles built.

For Sale: 1959 Lincoln Premiere 2dr Hardtop, A/C, 81K miles - $17,900 - Caledonia, WI 1959 Lincoln Premier - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle automotive... (craigslist.org) Seller's Description: Nice 1959 Lincoln Premier with beautiful newer paint job. Arizona car. no rust, very clean. Runs and drives excellent with many new parts. Do Not text or email just call. If you are interested in this vehicle. odometer: 81000 Contact: Please Call Kevin at (262) 2-ten-2-8-fourteen I have no personal interest or stake in the eventual sale of this 1959 Lincoln Premiere 2dr Hardtop. The Standard Catalog of American Cars, 1946-1975, Edited by John Gunnell states 1,963 1959 Lincoln Premiere 2dr Hardtops built.

Oh No! Flipper bought it, now $13,500: 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle... (craigslist.org) But forgot to remove the white fuzzy dice and literature from the trunk floor before taking photos. Did carefully not show rear quarter paint mismatch. Hope he likes this Ford, he's going to have it for a long time.

Still Available, Major Price Reduction to $5,000: 7-9-2023: 1951 Chevrolet Styline Deluxe - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle... (craigslist.org) Seller's Description: This car was in a barn from 1984- 2023. New fuel tank, brakes, brake lines, battery cables, battery, headlights and clutch. Car is still set up for 6 volt. It is a manual 3 speed. Good 235 six has replaced the 216. The 235 is a 1955-58. Car is very solid with just a little rust in the inside rockers and front body mount. Registered as a classic with clear title in my name. odometer: 75000 Contact: (507) 3-two-1-seventeen-0-6 Copy and paste in your email: f1aa9e6db97e35c287b0546620cff585@sale.craigslist.org

For Sale: 1926 Ford Model T Touring - $8,000 - Wayzata, MN 1926 Ford Model T - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle automotive sale (craigslist.org) Seller's Description: For Sale: 1926 Ford Model T. New front-end suspension, new alternator, and carburetor. The paint is not perfect, but it runs and drives perfectly. Located in Wayzata, come take a look and go for a drive. $8,000.00. Contact: Roger (612) 7-twenty-1-7-7-six Copy and paste in your email: 843ae336e0b73726be25a88e2bbde10f@sale.craigslist.org I have no personal interest or stake in the eventual sale of this 1926 Ford Model T Touring.

For Sale: 1918 Ford Model T Roadster - Project - $6,500 - Grand Junction, CO Ford Model T Roadster - 1918 - cars & trucks - by owner - vehicle... (craigslist.org) Seller's Description: Unrestored 1918 Ford Model T Roadster. Hasn't run for 10 years. Engine is not seized. Have title. Located in Grand Junction, CO. Comes with two spare rear axles, extra suspension parts, extra wheels, top fabric, extra coils, spare tire carrier, luggage rack, tire chains and more. No odometer, so mileage shown is only a filler. Contact: No phone listed Copy and paste in your email: 07a620b0711f351eac622e7279c624eb@sale.craigslist.org I have no personal interest or stake in the eventual sale of this 1918 Ford Model T Roadster - Project.

For Sale: 1966 Chrysler New Yorker 4dr Hardtop, 51K miles - $8,999 - Lakewood, CO - Still Available, Price Reduced to $6,999: 11-18-2023: - Minor Price Reduction to $6,299: 8-2-2024: See New Link Below. 1966 chrysler new yorker - cars & trucks - by dealer - vehicle... (craigslist.org) Seller's Description: Classic very nice. Remodel all inside and out. V8 with rebuilt carburetor. engine transmission runs very well. odometer: 51820 Contact: Dealer, Paul (303) 2-3-two-3-four-7-7. We open 9am to 6pm mon. to sat. Copy and paste in your email: 64a8b630f4823bf9b08b876cb8316934@sale.craigslist.org I have no personal interest or stake in the eventual sale of this 1966 Chrysler New Yorker 4dr Hardtop. The Standard Catalog of American Cars, 1946-1975, Edited by John Gunnell states 13,025 1966 Chrysler New Yorker 4dr Hardtops built.

JamesR: Because K-F had a limited body style selection one way they chose to differentiate their cars was with paint colors and interior choices. The man who directed the color and trim department was Carleton Spencer, one of the industry's best. Deluxe model Kaisers and Frazers had some of the most luxurious and imaginative interiors in cars in their price range. The paint code on the date plate could be matched to one of the myriad combinations they offered. Listed in the Appendix E in the book, Kaiser-Frazer: The Last Onslaught on Detroit by Richard M. Langworth are literally hundreds of colors and trim combinations. Blues include those named Horizon, Peacock, Cerulean and the bamboo-style vinyl was named "Bleached Bambu Vinyl". The old "forklift" engine, as my late friend used to refer to it, wasn't exciting but the cars could look great in their elegant combinations. I recommend the book to anyone who wants to develop a better understanding of the company and the wider automotive industry at the time. Ironically, when the book was published in 1975, the next onslaught on Detroit was taking place, this time mounted from Japan. Steve