Up until the last 2 years or so, I would have walked right past most classic American cars. Part of it was my stubborn enthusiasm for the Imports, and part of it was a subborn bias against American cars, based both on experience and observation. But, thanks to a few friends, and even co-workers, I have found an appreciation for the older cars. Especially when looking at it through the perspective of Automotive Progress. Sure, most modern cars don't have the same soul poured into the styling, the same level of attention drawn when rolling into a Cars and Coffee, or as much Steel between the extremes of the car and the driver, but I'd rather not be in an old car in an accident.
This 1942 Buick Super Eight sedan has a very specific styling. The wide, bubbly flares characteristic of cars from the 1940's, the big, chrome grille, the tall chrome bumperettes and the shade over the top of the windshield just add class to this car.
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