The 1945-1959 Volkswagen Beetle rose to worldwide popularity after the disaster of World War II. It gained acceptance in America for its build quality, low price, fuel efficiency, and reliability. Learn the story of the mid-century Volkswagen Beetle. See more »

A 1946 Volkswagen sedan was a rare sight even in Germany; it's rarer today in the United States. Although a prototype was created before World War II, the design was put on hold until after the war. Check out pictures of the 1946 Volkswagen sedan. See more »

The 1946-1948 Nash Ambassador Suburban is a unique and extremely rare car -- only 10 to 15 survive today. Learn about this classic and scarce automobile, including specifications, engine type and more. See more »

The 1946-1986 Jeep CJ, originally designed for military use, is truly an all-American vehicle. With the possible exception of the Volkswagen Beetle, the Jeep CJ has the most recognized shape in the automotive world. Learn about this American classic. See more »

The 1947 Bentley Mark VI Drophead Coupe combined the precise steering and good handling associated with the Bentley name, while the ride was up to Rolls-Royce standards. See photos and learn more about this 'silent sports car.' See more »

The 1947 Delahaye 135MS Teardrop Coupe is one the last models made by Delahaye. Only 1,155 postwar 135s had been built by the time the model was dropped in 1952. Learn more about this doomed classic. See more »

The 1947-1948 Crosley Convertible & Wagon the first of the postwar Crosleys debuted a more "grownup" styling. Crosley scored record one-year production in 1948 -- some 10 times better than its prewar best. Read more about this classic car. See more »

The 1947-1948 Isotta Fraschini 8C Monterosa provided a last glimpse at glory from what had been one of the world's top automakers before the market for its luxurious products dried up in the early 1930s. See the history and photos of this stunning classic. See more »

The 1948 HRG 1500 Roadster was a basic British two-seater that was fast and light, perfect for racing. Horsepower topped out at 65 and 1500s could reach about 90 mph in full flight. See photos and learn about this collectible car. See more »

Business coupes like the 1948 Nash 600 most often occupied the bottom rung in every automaker's ladder, always the bare-bones, lowest-priced model offered. Check out the 1948 Nash 600 Business Coupe, the only post-war business coupe from Nash. See more »