1969 Lincoln Continental Mk. III

The new Continental came for 1969, and represented an end to the clean 60s-and earlier designs (with the exception of the 3rd gen), and a start to the excessive 70s designs. With a stand-up radiator at the front, a fake spare tire at the rear, and a lot of gangster in between, this new Continental was not subtle. Because it was based on the Thunderbird, it was cheap to make, but because it was a luxury car, it was expensive--a manufacturer's dream. This one still sports the original hubcaps, and has the automatic headlight dimmer option, which is that thing on the hood.

  

 

 

 

 

 

1974 Alfa Romeo GTV

The classic Alfa Romeo coupes are remembered today for the gorgeous looks, and great performance. Though they started out underpowered, by the mid 70s the GTV was a competent performance machine. The styling may be simple, but the curvy rear pillar and large circular lights make for a classic, beautiful, and timeless design. This GTV features the later grill, with the bars forming the crest, and looks great in a very Italian bright red. 

 

 

 

 

Repost: 2012 Saab 9-5 Hybrid Coupe

I think it's such a shame that Saab was shut down. They had such a storied postwar history and were very popular in areas of the country like New England. They are still quite ubiquitous around here, but we have no new ones to look forward to anymore. This was my idea for a top-line 9-5 Hybrid coupe, and would have included a dual-action hatchback which could be raised like a trunk or with the window attached like a hatchback. I believe VW was the first with this type of trunk on one of its Skoda models. I think the newest Saab design language had a lot of "legs" and was really looking forward to the smaller 9-3 and perhaps a 9-1 model in the future.

1962 International Scout 80 Pickup

The Scout first appeared in 1960, six years before the Ford Bronco and 7 before the Chevy K/5 Blazer. By the late sixties, these three were big competitors in the SUV market. The Scout 80 was the first generation, and was available as the basic SUV or the small pickup shown here. It's unclear if this is an original pickup, as the green front of the bed seems non-original.

 

 

 

 

1987 Toyota Cressida

The Cressida was Toyota's big luxury car before being replaced by Lexus. The third generation shown here was arrived in 1985, and featured a modern and smooth design. Available as a sedan or wagon, the Cressida was fairly popular throughout its lifetime. This car is in great condition, and the aftermarket rims look absolutely fantastic.

 

 

 

Repost: 21st Century Chevy Bel Air

This was chopped several years ago and was my idea for a top-end Chevrolet rear wheel drive luxury 4-seat coupe. I created it from a Mercedes Benz CL coupe and I used the quad taillights Bel Airs were known for. I also gave it a flying buttress roofline, evocative of the mid-Sixties Chevelle coupes, and of course,it  was a long-standing Corvette styling cue, too. The rocker panel brushed aluminum trim has faux "vents" in front of the rear wheels, an homage to the great little details Harley Earl was known for.

1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

The Monte Carlo was Chevy's personal luxury coupe, and was introduced in 1970. Although the image was supposedly that of an elegant, luxurious car, the Monte Carlo was available as a SS, with a huge 454 CI engine. The single headlights, blocky rear fenders, and sweeping roof line made for a recognizable, and good-looking car. This one is lowered slightly, and the beige-on-beige color suits it well.