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  • ACF (1927-1953)

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    1920s
    ACF (1927-1953)

    ACF (American Car & Foundry Co) Commercial vehicle manufacturer of Detroit, Michigan;USA From 1927 to 1953. ACF (American Car & Foundry Co) was a commercial vehicle manufacturer ...

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  • Aerocoach (1940-1942)

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    1940s
    Aerocoach (1940-1942)

    Aerocoach Commercial vehicles manufacturer of the USA. From 1940 to 1952. Aerocoach was a bus-building operation in the USA from 1940 to 1952. History The bus-building operation ...

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  • Airway Cars (1948-1950)

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    1940s

    Airway Cars American Automotive manufacturer San Diego, California.USA From 1948 to 1950 The Airway was an American microcar with two seats, made by Everett Miller and T. P. Hall ...

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  • Allstate (1952-1954)

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    1950s
    Allstate (1952-1954)

    Allstate Car History Toledo, Ohio USA 1952-1954 Allstate 1952 Allstate Overview Manufacturer Kaiser-Frazer Corporation Production 1952 – 1954 Assembly Willow Run, Michigan ...

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  • AMC Ambassador 1st gen (1958-1959)

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    1950s
    AMC Ambassador 1st gen (1958-1959)

    AMC Ambassador First generation 1958–1959 Overview Also called Ambassador V8 by Rambler Model years 1958–1959 Body and chassis Body style 4-door sedan 4-door hardtop sedan 4-door ...

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  • AMC History (1954-1988)

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    1950s
    AMC History (1954-1988)

    AMC (American Motors) History American Automotive manufacturer Michigan From 1954 to 1988 American Motors Corporation (AMC) was an American automobile company formed by the ...

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  • AMC Rambler 2nd gen (1958-1959)

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    1950s
    AMC Rambler 2nd gen (1958-1959)

    AMC Rambler Second generation 1958 to 1959 Overview Also called IKA 5829-2 (RA) Model years 1958-1959 Body and chassis Body style 4-door sedan 4-door wagon Powertrain Engine ...

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  • AMC Rambler American 1st gen (1958-1960)

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    1950s
    AMC Rambler American 1st gen (1958-1960)

    AMC Rambler American First generation 1958 to 1960 Overview Production 1958 – 1960 Body and chassis Body style 2-door coupe 2-door station wagon 4-door sedan Powertrain Engine ...

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  • AMC Rambler Rebel 1st gen (1957)

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    1950s
    AMC Rambler Rebel 1st gen (1957)

    AMC Rambler Rebel First Generation 1957 Overview Model years 1957 Body and chassis Body style 4-door hardtop sedan Powertrain Engine 327 cu in (5.4 L) V8 Transmission 3-speed ...

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  • AMC Rambler Six and V8 (1956-1960)

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    1950s
    AMC Rambler Six and V8 (1956-1960)

    AMC Rambler Six and V8 1956 to 1960 Overview Manufacturer American Motors Corporation (AMC) Production 1956 – 1960 Assembly United States: Kenosha, Wisconsin Belgium: Haren ...

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  • America Air (1959-1962)

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    1950s
    America Air (1959-1962)

    Rambler Merry Olds (America Air Products Corporation) Automotive manufacturer of Fort Lauderdale,Florida. United States from 1958 to 1962. America Air Products Corporation was ...

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  • American Austin (1929-1956)

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    1920s
    American Austin (1929-1956)

    American Austin Car Company American Automotive manufacturer Indiana ,USA from 1929 to 1956 The American Austin Car Company was an American automobile manufacturing corporation. ...

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  • American automobiles 1950s

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    1950s
    American automobiles 1950s

    1950s American automobiles Design and culture The 1950s were pivotal for the American automobile industry. The post-World War II era brought a wide range of new technologies to ...

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  • Argonaut (1959-1963)

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    1950s
    Argonaut (1959-1963)

    Argonaut American Automotive manufacture Cleveland, Ohio. USA From 1959 to 1963 1960 Argonaut Smoke Concept car The Argonaut was an American automobile manufactured from 1959 to ...

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  • Arnolt (1953-1963)

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    1950s
    Arnolt (1953-1963)

    Arnolt Vehicle manufacturer History United States from 1953 to 1968 SH Arnolt Inc. of Chicago and Warsaw, Indiana sold four different manufacturer's cars with Bertone bodies ...

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  • Asardo (1959-1960)

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    1950s
    Asardo (1959-1960)

    Asardo American Automotive manufacture New Jersey.USA From 1959 to 1960. Manufactured by the American Special Automotive Research and Design Organization (ASARDO) of Bergen, New ...

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  • Aurora (1957-1958)

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    1950s
    Aurora (1957-1958)

    Aurora American Automotive manufacturer Connecticut ,USA from 1957 to 1958 The Aurora was an American automobile manufactured by Father Alfred A. Juliano, a Catholic priest, from ...

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  • Auto Cub (1956)

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    1950s

    Auto Cub American Automotive manufacturer Hampton, New Hampshire,USA from 1956 An extremely simple vehicle, the Auto Cub was a one-passenger, open-cab automobile produced in 1956 ...

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  • Autoette (1948-1970)

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    1940s
    Autoette (1948-1970)

    Autoette Electric Car Company American Automotive manufacturer Long Beach, California. USA From 1948 to 1975 The Autoette was a microcar created and manufactured from 1948 to the ...

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  • Bangert (1954-1963)

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    1950s
    Bangert (1954-1963)

    Bangert Enterprises Automotive manufacturer of California; USA From 1954 to 1963. Bangert Enterprises was an American automaker. The brand name was Bangert . History Noel Bangert ...

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  • Banner Welder (1958)

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    1950s
    Banner Welder (1958)

    Banner Welder Inc Automotive manufacturer of Milwaukee , Wisconsin; USA From 1958. Banner Welder Inc was an American automobile company the brand name was Banner Boy Buckboard . ...

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  • Bassons Star (1956)

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    1950s
    Bassons Star (1956)

    Basson's Industries Corporation Automotive manufacturer of Bronx , New York.United States from 1956. The Basson's Industries Corporation was an American automobile manufacturer ...

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  • Bocar (1958-1962)

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    1950s
    Bocar (1958-1962)

    Bocar Manufacturing Company Automotive manufacturer USA From 1958 to 1962 The Bocar Manufacturing Company was an American automaker of sports cars. The brand name was Bocar. ...

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  • Brockway (1912-1977)

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    1910s
    Brockway (1912-1977)

    Brockway Motor Company Brockway Motor Company was a builder of custom heavy-duty trucks in Cortland, New York, from 1912 to 1977. History It was founded as Brockway Carriage ...

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  • Brogan (1946-1951)

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    1940s
    Brogan (1946-1951)

    Brogan (B & B Specialty Company) Automotive manufacturer Rossmoyne , Ohio .USA from 1946 to 1951 Brogan was an American automobile brand that was built from 1946 to 1951 by the B ...

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  • Buick Century 2nd gen (1954-1958)

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    Buick Century 2nd gen (1954-1958)

    Buick Century Second generation Model years 1954 to 1958 Assembly USA Class Motor Car Body style 4-door sedan 2-door coupe 2-door convertible 4-door hardtop Estate station wagon ...

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  • Buick Invicta 1st gen (1959-1960)

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    Buick Invicta 1st gen (1959-1960)

    Buick Invicta 1st generation Production period: 1959 to 1960 Class : motor car Body versions : Saloon , station wagon , coupé , convertible Engines: Gasoline :6.0 and 6.6 liters ...

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  • Buick LeSabre 1st gen (1958-1961)

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    Buick LeSabre 1st gen (1958-1961)

    Buick LeSabre 1st generation (Series 4400) 1958 to 1961 Manufacturer: Buick Production period: 1958 to 1961 Body versions : Saloon , station wagon , coupé , convertible Engines: ...

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  • Buick Special Series 40 (1949-1958)

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    Buick Special Series 40 (1949-1958)

    Buick Special Series 40 1949–1958 Model years 1949 to 1958 Assembly United States Body style 2-door coupe 2/4-door sedan 2-door convertible 4-door Estate station wagon ...

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  • Cadillac Debutante concept (1950)

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    1950s
    Cadillac Debutante concept (1950)

    Cadillac Debutante concept Presentation Year: 1950 Vehicle Expo: Chicago Auto Show Class : Concept car Body design : open body Engine: 4.5 liters (149 kW) The Cadillac ...

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  • Cadillac El Camino (1954)

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    1950s
    Cadillac El Camino (1954)

    Cadillac El Camino Concept Presentation Year: 1954 Vehicle Expo: GM Motorama Class : Concept Car Body design : Coupe , Roadster Engine: Cadillac V-8 The Cadillac El Camino was ...

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  • Cadillac Eldorado 2nd gen (1954-1956)

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    1950s
    Cadillac Eldorado 2nd gen (1954-1956)

    Cadillac Eldorado Second generation Model years 1954 to 1956 Assembly Detroit, Michigan, U.S. Designer Harley Earl Body style 2-door hardtop 2-door convertible Layout FR layout ...

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  • Cadillac Eldorado 3rd gen (1957-1958)

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    Cadillac Eldorado 3rd gen (1957-1958)

    Cadillac Eldorado Third generation Model years 1957 to 1958 Assembly Detroit, Michigan, United States Designer Harley Earl Body style Series 62: 2-door hardtop 2-door convertible ...

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  • Cadillac Eldorado 4th gen (1959-1960)

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    1950s
    Cadillac Eldorado 4th gen (1959-1960)

    Cadillac Eldorado Fourth generation Assembly Detroit, Michigan, U.S. Designer Chuck Jordan Body style Series 62: 2-door hardtop 2-door convertible Series 6900: 4-door hardtop ...

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  • Cadillac Eldorado Brougham (1957-1960)

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    1950s
    Cadillac Eldorado Brougham (1957-1960)

    Cadillac Eldorado Brougham Production period: 1957 to 1960 Class: Luxury Car Body versions: limousine Engines: Gasoline: 6.0-6.4 litres (239-254 kW) Length: 5494-5715 mm Width: ...

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  • Cadillac LaSalle II concept (1955)

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    1950s
    Cadillac LaSalle II concept (1955)

    Cadillac LaSalle II Concept Cars Presentation Year: 1955 Vehicle Expo: GM Motorama Class : Concept cars Body design : Sedan , Roadster Engine: gasoline V6 engine Length: 4572 mm ...

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  • Cadillac Le Mans concept (1953)

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    1950s
    Cadillac Le Mans concept (1953)

    Cadillac Le Mans concept car history Vehicle technical details Manufacturer: Cadillac Presentation : 1953 Class: concept car Designer: Harley Earl Total production: 4 cars ...

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  • Cadillac Orleans concept (1953)

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    1950s
    Cadillac Orleans concept (1953)

    Cadillac Orleans concept car Presentation Year: 1953 Class : Concept car Body design : four-door hardtop Engine: Petrol V8 (210 bhp) The Cadillac Orleans was a concept ...

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  • Cadillac Park Avenue concept (1954)

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    Cadillac Park Avenue concept (1954)

    Cadillac Park Avenue Concept Presentation Year: 1954 Vehicle Expo: GM Motorama Class : Concept Car Body design : limousine The Cadillac Park Avenue was a concept vehicle that ...

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  • Cadillac PF 200 concept (1954)

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    Cadillac PF 200 concept (1954)

    Cadillac PF 200 concept Presentation Year: 1954 Vehicle Expo: GM Motorama Class : Concept car Body design : Sports Cabriolet The Cadillac PF 200 was a concept vehicle that ...

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  • Cadillac Series 61 (1938-1951)

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    1930s 1940s
    Cadillac Series 61 (1938-1951)

    Cadillac Series 61 Production period: 1938-1939 1941-1942 1946-1951 Class : Luxury car Body versions : Saloon , Coupé ,Cabriolet Engines: Gasoline : 5.4-5.7 liters Length: 207.25 ...

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  • Cadillac Series 70-75 5th Gen (1954-1956)

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    1950s
    Cadillac Series 70-75 5th Gen (1954-1956)

    Cadillac Series 70 75 5th Generation Model years 1954–1956 Assembly Detroit Assembly, Detroit, Michigan, U.S. South Gate Assembly, South Gate, California, U.S. Linden ...

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  • Cadillac Series 70-75 6th Gen (1957-1958)

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    1950s
    Cadillac Series 70-75 6th Gen (1957-1958)

    Cadillac Series 70 75 6th Generation Model years 1957–1958 Assembly Detroit Assembly, Detroit, Michigan, U.S. South Gate Assembly, South Gate, California, U.S. Linden ...

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  • Cadillac Series 70-75 7th Gen (1959-1960)

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    1950s
    Cadillac Series 70-75 7th Gen (1959-1960)

    Cadillac Series 70/75 7th Generation Model years 1959–1960 Assembly Detroit Assembly, Detroit, Michigan, U.S. South Gate Assembly, South Gate, California, U.S. Linden ...

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  • Cadillac Skylight concept (1958)

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    1950s
    Cadillac Skylight concept (1958)

    Cadillac Skylight Concept Presentation Year: 1958 Vehicle Expo: GM Motorama Class : Concept Body design : Cabriolet Design: Pininfarina The Cadillac Skylight was a concept ...

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