Old American Cars

08/15/2024

Elegant and expressive – Designed to impress
Classic Mercedes-Benz Ponton Sedan!

The Mercedes-Benz "Ponton" series is a variety of Daimler-Benz car models, launched from July 1953, dominated by sedans / saloons, and nicknamed "Ponton", the German word for "pontoon", referring to the slab. general shape of cars on three sides - a change in post-war car design, also known as the ponton style. In addition to the obvious visual innovation, the design of the Benz 'Ponton' car introduced changes in the construction that significantly improved the automotive safety of passengers, through better protection against collisions. Pontons constituted 80% of Mercedes-Benz's car production between 1953 and 1959.

The 1953 Mercedes-Benz W120, marketed as 180 four-cylinder sedans, was the second entirely new series of Mercedes passenger cars since World War II, after the introduction in 1951 of the flagship W186 Type 300 “Adenauer” and replaced Type 170 and Type S. designed before the war. Contrasting very visibly with the distinctive traditional fenders on that body model and on the previous ones, the 'Pontons' were Mercedes' first monocoque and unitary body production models.

Mercedes expanded the basic Ponton model into a diversified line, developing several series based on the 180, introducing more engines and stretching the body. The six-cylinder models received a longer nose, and the 'S' models also had a longer passenger compartment, offering more legroom.

A six-cylinder coupe and convertible were also derived, and a reduced floor of the four-cylinder sedan was also modified to serve as the structure for the Mercedes-Benz 190 SL roadster.

The 'Ponton' salons were the main production models of the automaker until 1959 (although some models lasted until 1962) and were replaced by the "Heckflosse" or "Fintail" models

08/06/2024

One of the most honest cars you will find, 66 galaxie 500 with 50k original miles, The body on the car is truly amazing, Super rare colors for the car, I've never seen another like it, The original chrome and trim looks amazing as does the original interior, The car did not come with a radio which also has to be rare, This car runs and drives ad good as any ive had.

08/06/2024

German Soldier Helps A Little Boy Sneak Across The Berlin Wall, 1961

08/06/2024

1956 Cadillac Viewmaster

08/06/2024

Jack McClure initially ran a go-kart with four piston engines, in 1963, It got up to 120 mph in the quarter. Jack wanted to go faster. In October 1963, he debuted this go-kart powered by two rocket engines, 162 mph top speed.

Credit to original unknown post..not my picture.👇🐻

08/06/2024

1964 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE Long Heckflosse (W112)
(1959-1971) Mercedes-Benz W110111112 Heckflosse bodywork -designed by Paul Bracq
Heckflosse’ means ‘tailfin’ in German, and it appeared on a lot of Mercedes-Benz cars. This model was the benchmark for engineering excellence, a paragon of safety and the successful mainstay into the 1960s for that most sober and accomplished of car companies, and yet it pandered to fashion so ill-advisedly.
The Mercedes-Benz W111 was a chassis code given to a range of Mercedes-Benz vehicles produced between 1959 and 1971, including four-door saloons (1959-1968) and two-door coupés and cabriolets (1961 to 1971). Their bodywork featured distinctive tailfins that gave the models their Heckflosse nickname — German for fintail
the new S-class! Each of its predecessors marked the very forefront of modern technology. The finnie models 220, 220 S and 220 SE (W 111), introduced in 1959, were named after the discreet tail fins that adorn the rear fenders. This new Mercedes-Benz luxury class generation was a very special milestone in automotive history as it represented the first time that the safety body with a rigid passenger cell and crumple zones at the front and rear had been implemented in a production car, thereby better protecting the occupants. In 1961, the 300 SE (W 112) was launched as the top model in the 300 SE model series. In 1963, the 300 SE long version established the tradition of Mercedes-Benz's luxury long sedans the ten centimeter longer wheelbase provided rear-seat passengers significantly more legroom and travel comfort.

08/01/2024

Kim Cattrall and Steve Guttenberg in movie Police Academy 1984

08/01/2024

08/01/2024

Billy Wilder helping Jack and Shirley get into their characters for his 1960 romantic noir comedy The Apartment, his best film ever, after Sunset Boulevard of course.

08/01/2024

Cary Elwes in a photoshoot as Guildford Dudley, for 'Lady Jane' (1986)

08/01/2024

A-B-C ?

08/01/2024

1968 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE SS

08/01/2024

In 1957, Marilyn Monroe received a gift that would become a symbol of her glamorous life: a stunning Ferrari 250 GT Pininfarina Cabriolet. The car, painted in a shimmering silver, perfectly matched Marilyn's iconic style. She loved the freedom it gave her, the wind in her hair as she cruised along the coast of California.

Marilyn was often seen driving her Ferrari around Hollywood, turning heads wherever she went. One day, while out for a drive, she noticed a young boy staring at her car in awe. She pulled over and invited him to sit in the driver's seat. The boy's eyes lit up with excitement as Marilyn explained the car's features and let him honk the horn.

From that day on, Marilyn and the boy developed an unlikely friendship. She would often take him for drives along the beach, the boy giggling with delight as the Ferrari sped along the shoreline. Marilyn cherished these moments, away from the glare of the spotlight, just enjoying the simple pleasure of a drive with a friend.

Years later, long after Marilyn had passed away, the now-grown man would look back on those drives with fondness. He would always remember Marilyn Monroe, not as the glamorous movie star, but as the kind-hearted woman who took the time to make a young boy's dreams come true. And he would never forget the beauty of that silver Ferrari, a symbol of a friendship that transcended fame and fortune.

07/30/2024

Mercedes-Benz 300 SL ❤🤩😍
In the bustling streets of Monaco, under the Mediterranean sun, a pristine Mercedes-Benz 300 SL stood gleaming. Its gullwing doors arched gracefully upwards, capturing the envy of onlookers. Owned by an eccentric millionaire, it had a history as legendary as its design.

Purchased in 1955, it was the pride of its first owner, a racing enthusiast who had a penchant for speed and style. Rumored to have raced across the Autobahn at breakneck speeds, it became a symbol of power and elegance in post-war Europe.

Restored meticulously over decades, its silver body gleamed like a mirror, reflecting memories of a bygone era. From the chic streets of Paris to the serene countryside of Provence, it traversed Europe with effortless grace.

Its engine roared with the pedigree of a thoroughbred, echoing through the hills of Tuscany where it once raced against the setting sun. Each curve of its chassis told tales of triumph and passion, etched into its every detail.

In the quiet of a vintage car museum, enthusiasts gathered to marvel at its craftsmanship, tracing the lineage of automotive excellence. Its legacy, spanning generations, inspired dreams of speed and sophistication in every admirer who crossed its path.

Today, it stands as a timeless masterpiece, a testament to the ingenuity of its creators and the allure of a golden age. As the sun sets over Monaco, the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL remains a beacon of automotive history, forever etched in the annals of luxury and performance.

07/30/2024

Abandoned old car

07/30/2024

1958: Ford Edsel

To fill the white space in the company’s branding between Ford and Mercury, Ford created the Edsel—named after Henry Ford’s son. Edsel was a funky name for a car to be sure, and it didn’t resonate with fifties folks. Neither did the car’s odd styling, most notably, that oval grill.

The Edsel models did have interesting tech like a Rolling Dome speedo and a push button transmission. Only 116,000 of them were built by 1960, which was not enough to break even on the investment. Today, Edsels have become collectible with top models valued at $30,000.

07/30/2024

John Astin celebrates his 94th birthday today. Happy Birthday!!! 🎂🎉🎊