Established in 1908, Willys-Overland initially focused on passenger cars. However, after World War II, the company made a strategic shift towards utility vehicles, particularly the iconic military-spec Jeep.
The Trio of CJ, Station Wagon, and Truck
In 1944, Willys introduced the civilian CJ, followed by the Willys Station Wagon and Willys Truck, all designed by Brooks...
The Setting: 1976, a Post-Oil Crisis Era
In 1976, picture your blue-collar dad, a factory worker, proudly pulling up in a fresh-off-the-line Plymouth Fury Sport. Post the oil crisis of 1973, strict regulations had throttled the performance of domestic cars, but your pipe-smoking dad seemed unfazed. The plush cloth seats of the Fury...
In 1962, Ford witnessed the peak of the third-generation Thunderbird production, with a notable increase from the previous year. Over 78,000 units were manufactured, a significant jump from the 73,000 cars produced in 1961. However, this success was short-lived, as the following year saw a sharp decline, with only 63,000 T-Birds rolling off the...
Unapologetic Design and Functionality
I have immense respect for the Plymouth Road Runner, particularly the original model. Similar to today's Hellcats, the first Road Runner embodied a no-nonsense approach to both design and performance. These cars were purpose-built for speed, infused with a fun and wholesome attitude, thanks to their association with the Wile E....
Recently, we examined an intriguing automotive creation – a modified four-door Ford Bronco by Centurion. This conversion skillfully blurred the distinction between a Bronco and an F-150. Surprisingly, Centurion didn't stop there; they also transformed an F-150 into a vehicle that curiously resembled a Bronco. Enter the 1982 Ford Centurian B-150 Carryall, a hidden...
