Does anyone have photos of the 1959 and 1961 GM Motoramas?

[Centurion]

I have long hoped to locate some photos of the final editions of GM's famed Motoramas. Certainly, the concept was waning by the time the 1959 and 1961 versions appeared, and each division no longer received a special dream car for the occasion. I believe that these final Motoramas may have been limited to only two cities each, in contrast to the earlier shows.

Despite the fact that these Motoramas were significantly scaled back, the displays of the production cars remained impressive. Did anyone here attend these final Motoramas? Does anyone have photos that could be scanned, or at least copied? I've found very little on the Internet for these shows.

[shart]

Brian, I'm a friend of Rich Gibbs and he has a lengthy VHS video about all of the motorama shows I've viewed. I'm certain there is something on it about the 59 show. Not sure about 1961. I also think there is a book about the motoramas.

Its late but I'll write myself a note and see if I have the book. Steve #3194 Life

[shart]

Here?s a link to the book on amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/det...=glance&s=books

And the video: http://www.damonent.com/video.htm

I?m sure I have the book but can?t seem to find it right now so can?t tell you if it covers 1959 and 1961 but I?m almost certain it does.

Steve #3194 Life

[Centurion]

Steve, thanks for your reply. I have the videotape, and should probably watch it once again. My recollection is that there was little coverage regarding the '59 and '61 shows, but I will try to confirm that.

Thanks for the links on the book. This looks really interesting, so I may need to pursue it.

By the way, I notice that you own several great Buicks. I'm guessing that there are probably many stories about the '65 Electra 225. And your '65 Wildcat Custom is probably my favorite Buick of the 1960's. I sold mine when the twins arrived in '96, but have always hoped that there would be another in my garage someday. If you have opportunity, we would enjoy hearing more about your Buicks in the new "Me and My Buick" forum.

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