Amphicar BUYER Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 I have quite a few I really like. My Dad used to woordgraining so the burled walnut of the 30s fords really have a nice look. The Cadillac STS is very cool too. I still love the '69 Pontiac GP SJ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Skyking Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 John, this is a tough question. I think most dashes of the 50's &60's were just as pretty as the cars were. My all time favorite has to be the 1960 Buick & 1961 Chevrolet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TG57Roadmaster Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 These are some of my favorites, all from our own cars.'49 Buick Roadmaster http://photos.aaca.org/data/506/Dash_49_Buick.jpg (Click once after opening to enlarge).'57 Buick Roadmaster http://photos.aaca.org/data/506/Dash_57_Buick.jpg'60 Buick Invicta http://photos.aaca.org/data/506/Dash_60_Buick.jpg'63 Lincoln Continental http://photos.aaca.org/data/500/63_Lincoln_Dash.jpgIf I had to pick an all-time favorite, it would be the '60-'62 Chrysler with the Electro-luminescent Orb. The '57 Buick above reminds me of those nifty large plastic dashboards we could never afford when growing up. Every Christmas I kept hoping, but Santa never delivered one!Guess I'll just have to make do...TG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketraider Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 I'm too trifling to learn how to post pictures, but naturally I think 66-69 Olds Toronado (and Riviera for that matter) are classy. 1960-66 and 71-3 big Olds are right snazzy too.Outside of Oldsworld, I think a 1951 Ford passenger car dash is beautifully designed. Any 1960s Pontiac dashboard is great. Buick's huge round mid-60s pods are inspired too.1968 Chevelle was a nice design. There was just enough change for 69 that I found some elements of it irksome.For years I thought 65-later big Ford dashes were a little too minimalist. I realize now they were a functional and attractive design. That dinky little square clock is still, well, dinky.You know, I haven't found many dashboards I couldn't face on a daily basis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DizzyDale Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 Hey,Hands down it's gotta be a 39 Zephyr.diz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Wolf Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 1960 Chrysler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rawja Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 My '89 Reatta: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 XK-140 Jaguar Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynaflash8 Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 1938 Oldsmobile Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkV Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 Well, I love the late '50's Imperials and the first Lincoln Continentals like mine. They are beautiful when lit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarlLaFong Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 810/812 Cord Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Gelfer Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 I concur with the 810/812 Cord dash. With the simple but elegant engine turning, and the short and shapely knobs, it is a true work of art. The pre-selector shift stalk mounted on the steering column may not actually be part of the dashboard, but they pushed it over the top for a unique look. My late father in law owned three of them. What beauties! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1935Packard Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 I agree with '58Mustang: The 810/812 Cord dashes are fantastic.On the other hand, I think my favorite is the chrysler airflow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R W Burgess Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 I like cheap Chevrolets!!! Wayne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Leonard Shepherd Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Of course I am partial to Studebakers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 No contest. 810/812 Cord. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michel88 Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Gordon Buehrig was one of the best automotive designers. His 810/812 Cord is a beautiful design, and the dashboard is in keeping with the rest of the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Yes...the Cord is the one...especially with the turned steel and "Time Machine" looking switches in the lower middle of the dash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave@Moon Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 I never like turned metal. I've always been a real walnut fascia man. There's nothing to compare, especially if you don't have to buy the whole Rolls Royce to get the dash:Triumph TR6............. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter J.Heizmann Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 Nice dash you have there, Dave... Peter J. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: John Gelfer</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I concur with the 810/812 Cord dash. With the simple but elegant engine turning, and the short and shapely knobs, it is a true work of art. The pre-selector shift stalk mounted on the steering column may not actually be part of the dashboard, but they pushed it over the top for a unique look. My late father in law owned three of them. What beauties! </div></div>I spent about a half hour last night trying to steal a photo of a 810/812 Cord dash! Can someone post a photo for those that never got to sit behind one? Just like sitting in a vintage airplace cockpit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave@Moon Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Peter J.Heizmann</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Nice dash you have there, Dave... Peter J. </div></div>I'm afraid that's not my car. It is virtually identical to the car I'm building, even the grain in the dash is <span style="font-style: italic">very</span> similar. My car is Royal Blue, not BRG, however. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 1937hd45</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: John Gelfer</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I concur with the 810/812 Cord dash. With the simple but elegant engine turning, and the short and shapely knobs, it is a true work of art. The pre-selector shift stalk mounted on the steering column may not actually be part of the dashboard, but they pushed it over the top for a unique look. My late father in law owned three of them. What beauties! </div></div>I spent about a half hour last night trying to steal a photo of a 810/812 Cord dash! Can someone post a photo for those that never got to sit behind one? Just like sitting in a vintage airplace cockpit. </div></div>Bob, go back about 5 replies and you'll see one.As a side note, one of my earliest memories was that of a 4 going on 5 year old in 1969 riding in my dad's 812 coupe from Mass to Akron where we'd get dropped off at my Grandmas before my Parents would continue on to Auburn Indina for the ACD festival. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 This one is very cool, but keeps the mechanic very busy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W_Higgins Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 Post war, it would have to be 1960 Lincoln.... but I may be a little biased:The shift selector letters are a reflection from inside the column projected onto the quadrant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdsbob Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 Mine...Is this one... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest oldslady liz Posted October 25, 2008 Share Posted October 25, 2008 mine is being restored now.. so some of the dash is apart to have the wiring harness installed... i like your "dash" everybody.. nothing like the old dash.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted October 25, 2008 Share Posted October 25, 2008 Mercedes 500k/540k is pretty cool too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest oldslady liz Posted October 25, 2008 Share Posted October 25, 2008 beautiful..especially that pearl color around the instrument panel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Hinckley Posted October 25, 2008 Share Posted October 25, 2008 I have trouble thinking of a dashboard on any American car produced during the 1930s that isn't a work of art. However, the most outstanding and memorable has to be the early 1960s Chrysler "bubble" dash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest oldslady liz Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 i agree they are all beautiful from yesteryear... they were made with alot less plastic.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest moonbud Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 1964 wildcat. beginning stages of restoration. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketraider Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Buick's huge round mid-60s pods are inspired too.</div></div>And there's your proof! Even more dramatic on Riviera.Notice the color-keyed pedals Buick has too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Paul Christ Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 .I really like to see a lot of gadgets on a dashboard, and so I was drawn to the one below. This dash is from a 1904 Mercedes Simplex, however, other very early Mercedes cars seem to have had a similar set-up.I wondered what purpose some of the "gadgets" on the Simplex dash served, and was able to find this explanation on the Internet..."To start the Mercedes Simplex, a powerfully built assistant first had to turn the crank below the radiator while the driver used a lever by the steering wheel to adjust the fuel/air mixture and a second lever to adjust the ignition timing. Prior to this, he needed to operate the hand pump for the fuel and lubricant tank on the left side of the dashboard, while monitoring the pressure increase shown by a manometer.And that was not all: in front of the driver there were no less than eleven glass tubes with plungers, which enabled him to supply the various engine bearings with lubricant - the so-called "grease trumpet". Once he had checked and operated all the instruments, he was able to depress the clutch, engage first gear in the external shift gate and finally drive off." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Paul Christ Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 .The Mercedes 500k/540k dash pictured above is exquisite. I found some other beauties that I just couldn't keep to myself...(please let me know if I've posted too many)1937 Talbot Lago T150 SS Figoni Et Falaschi Coupe 1925 Rolls Royce Phantom I Jonckheere Aerodynamic Coupe1947 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Stabilimenti Farina Cabriolet1949 Cisitalia 202Sc CabrioletIsotta Fraschini 19301937 Delage D8 120S Pourtout Areo CoupeMercedes 52 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Plymouthy Posted November 2, 2008 Share Posted November 2, 2008 I have to vote for the D24 Dodge (1946-48)as they are truly a work of art combining woodgrain and wall to wall chrome along with some of the best layout of controls ever...eye candy for any car lover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted November 2, 2008 Share Posted November 2, 2008 38 Packard is very cool too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest elmo39 Posted November 2, 2008 Share Posted November 2, 2008 i,m quite partial to mid 30's to 40's wood grain dash's of the chrysler family cars with the fancy background on the instruments , but they can be a pain to replicate , i still haven't found any body than can do the gold fish scale effect on a 39 Desoto guage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted December 17, 2008 Share Posted December 17, 2008 35/36 Horch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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