1945-1952 Jeep: Willys Postwar Jeep

Even before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor plunged the United States into the thick of World War II, the jeep's service with the Allied forces was making it almost legendary. Learn about jeep design and roles the jeep filled after World War II.

1949-1953 Triumph Mayflower

The 1949-1953 Triumph Mayflower is a cute and tiny model with a surprisingly spacious interior, but it amuses many collectors. Find out why and learn about some of the design quirks of this interesting and unique model.

1950 Frazer Manhattan Convertible

The 1950 Frazer Manhattan convertible was the most luxurious model of the company. However, it wasn't easy to build, fraught with design expense and multiple engineering hurdles. See the successes, challenges and specs of this classic convertible.

1950, 1951, 1952 Pontiac Catalina

Anyone born after 1960 may find this hard to believe, but there was a time when hardtops like the 1950-1952 Pontiac Catalina were quite exotic. They also stood as elegant symbols of Pontiac's postwar turn toward a more luxurious car. Read more.

1950-1957 Jaguar Mark VII/VIIM

The 1950-1957 Jaguar Mark VII/VIIM united the Mark V framework with the XK twin cam six. See pictures and discover more about the graceful 1950-1957 Jaguar Mark VII/VIIM.

1950-1964 Rover P4 Series

Charming but dowdy, the 1950-1964 Rover P4 Series was one of postwar Britain's best known and frequently driven cars. In fact, there are still a few on the road today. Learn what makes this car's construction so appealing.

1951 General Motors LeSabre

The 1951 General Motors LeSabre not only showcased Earl's latest thinking about the look of cars, but it served as a symbol of his -- and GM's -- place in the auto industry. Check out the 1951 General Motors LeSabre and its jet-aircraft design cues.

1951-1954 Muntz Jet

The first Muntz Jet automobile was quick, capable, cushy, and a full seven years ahead of the first four-seat Thunderbird. Read about America's first performance luxury car -- the 1951-1954 Muntz Jet -- and the irrepressible "Madman" who made it.

1951-1958 Lancia Aurelia Coupe & Spyder

The 1951-1958 Lancia Aurelia Coupe and Spyder was styled by Pinin Farina, the same man who also designed cars for Ferrari. Learn more about the 1951-1958 Lancia Aurelia Coupe and Spyder.

1951-1958 Plymouth Belvedere

The 1951-1958 Plymouth Belvedere was a low-cost hardtop to compete with Ford and Chevy. The first Belvedere was a two-door hardtop arriving a year behind Chevrolet's Bel Air. See pictures and learn about the 1951-1958 Plymouth Belvedere.

1952-1953 Allstate

The 1952-1953 Allstate was an odd car that is remembered today (if it's remembered at all) for being Sears, Roebuck & Company's misguided attempt at entering the auto market. Get the story behind the Allstate and get specs for this odd classic.

1952-1954 Willys Aero-Eagle

The last to be produced before Willys was bought by Kaiser, the1952-1954 Willys Aero-Eagle was attractive and practical but too expensive to sell well. But this car is still a good collectible today. Find out why.

1952-1959 Allard Palm Beach

The 1952-1959 Allard Palm Beach was an unsuccessful try at a smaller, lighter, cheaper car to replace its V-8-powered roadsters. It was built around a tubular frame and a short wheelbase. Learn more about the 1952-1959 Allard Palm Beach.

1953, 1954, 1955 Edwards America

Sterling H. Edwards was a dreamer in San Francisco who envisioned an exclusive, low-production personal-luxury car -- what would become the 1953-1955 Edwards America. Learn why only six were built, get specs and see pictures of this classic car.

1953-1956 Jeep

The early 1950s were strange times in the U.S. auto industry. The industry had hit a sales slump, and the Korean War was forcing new rationing policies for steel and rubber. Learn how Willys-Overland and Kaiser-Frazer weathered the 1950s slump.