The 1957 Fiat ‘Nuova’ 500
The ‘Nuova’ 500, introduced in 1957 as FIAT’s successor to the iconic ‘Topolino,’ marked a revolutionary shift from its pre-war design. With unitary construction, an opening fabric roof, and all-independent…
Vintage Auto
Exclusive Run: The Lone Year of the 1958 Chevrolet Delray
In October of 1957, the 1958 Delray made its dealer debut, taking a step beyond its previous role as an interior package for the mid-range Two-Ten series. The name Delray,…
Revolutionary Design: Studebaker’s 1950-51 Aero Nose Takes the Spotlight
In the early 1950s, Studebaker introduced the distinctive “Aero Nose” design, a brainchild of Raymond Loewy and executed by stylist Bob Bourke. This radical styling, inspired by aviation, featured a…
1931 Marmon Sixteen: Challenging Cadillac’s Prestige
Howard Carpenter Marmon, a pioneer in the U.S. auto industry, introduced the Marmon Sixteen in the spring of 1931, aiming to rival Cadillac’s V16. The Marmon Sixteen featured an advanced…