Crashbox

Keep in mind that the '61 Chrysler designs were on the drawing board by '56 or '57. I think Chrysler Corp painted itself into a corner during Exner's tenure. They were so distinctive from '57-'59. They'd taken some big risks, and Exner's fins had set the industry trend... but where do you go from there? Hard to tone things down. Also, I think there was somewhat of a "design by committee" approach that poisoned the well. As much as I respect Exner's success in taking Chrysler from frumpy to futuristic, his late-career designs were mostly overwrought. And the "revival" cars (like the Mercer Cobra and the Stutz) were pretty absurd. He was trying to recapture that earlier era but it was like chasing a rainbow. GM really benefitted from Bill Mitchell's direction after Harley Earl's retirement. Mitchell was twenty years younger and knew how to simplify and modernize. Cadillac was the best example - look at how well the '60 pared back from the '59, and with each passing year thru 1964, Cadillacs were carefully refined. Neil, I'm with you on the the bubble tops- they were excellent. (The Riviera was excellent, too- that's pure Bill Mitchell.) I feel like Ford was hit-and-miss in that period. Partly due to the smaller cars in the lineup (Falcon/Comet). The full-size lineup was much stronger.

No comment on the price, but I've this car in person and it appeared to be an authentic "survivor", not a fake patina job. It was mechanically sound and being driven regularly. That was in Orange County, CA about five years ago.

She looks ready to go for summer fun.

Lahti35, please get in touch with me about your Nash. Thanks!

Seller appears to be a long-time owner, car seems well-kept. https://lubbock.craigslist.org/cto/d/slaton-1929-model-ford-sedan/7624052841.html

Beautiful

Yes, TR in Chicago, summer of 1912. I think the car is a Packard Model 30. Big Studes are cool cars. Thanks, Ed!

Thank you! The Nash is a beauty. I've read the restoration thread. Impressive.

Hi Ed, Thanks for the reply. I enjoy reading your forum posts. I'm open to an original or correctly restored car that's ready to tour and can reasonably be driven in modern traffic. To me that means a cruising speed of 50-55mph minimum. Looking for a touring car, five or seven passenger, so a longer wheelbase car. Beyond that I prefer to keep parameters open. Willing to transport the right car from just about anywhere in the continental US. I've had some DM replies already and appreciate the interest! All the best to you. Please enjoy this vintage pic!

Hi all, Looking for a touring car to do what else, but go touring! Range of interest is 1914-1925 but would be open to the right car on either end of that spectrum. Serious buyer ready to make a deal. Prefer a folding top car, 5 or seven passenger, six cylinders, good highway legs. Would consider most any brand provided the car is well-kept and ready to tour. Please send a PM if you have a car that may fit the bill. I'm newly registered to the forums but have been lurking for years. I am not a dealer or a flipper, just a guy who wants to enjoy an old car on the open road. Life is too short. Thanks! Crashbox