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.
The 1956-1958 Plymouth Fury revived a Plymouth company that had fallen on difficult times. The first Furys were the plushest and most potent Plymouths of the decade. See pictures and learn about the 1956-1958 Plymouth Fury. See more »
The 1956-1959 Jaguar Mark VIII featured styling changes and a boosted XK twin cam six. Discover more about the exceptional 1956-1959 Jaguar Mark VIII and learn about this graceful car's pros and cons. See more »
Since their inception in France in 1889, Peugeot automobiles -- like the 1957 Peugeot 203C Four-Door Sedan -- have fanned out around the globe. Read about the 1957 Peugeot 203C Four-Door Sedan, Peugeot's first new design after World War II. See more »
The 1957-1958 Plymouth Belvedere Convertible & Hardtop Coupe features an important and striking design, but these models had their share of troubles. Learn about the value of this collectible car and see why it’s recommended as an investment. See more »
The 1957-1959 Imperial LeBaron was a luxurious addition to the Imperial premium series. It was named after the great '30s coachworks that did some of its best work on Imperial chassis. Learn more about the tasteful 1957-1959 Imperial LeBaron. See more »
In the 1950s, GM's British subsidiary, Vauxhall, introduced a small car, the 1957-1961 Vauxhall Victor. Meanwhile, GM saw that cost-conscious U.S. drivers had interest in imports. Learn whether the 1957-1961 Vauxhall Victor could serve both markets. See more »
The 1957-1964 Facel Vega Excellence was an interesting blend of Detroit and European themes. A very heavy car both in appearance and on the scale, the engine displacement and output were generally the same as other Facel models. Read more about this classic car. See more »
The 1957-1987 Pontiac Bonneville had its roots in the famous race course of the same name. The initial 1957 Pontiac Bonneville didn't make money, but it was only intended to be an image builder. Find out how the Bonneville transformed Pontiac's image. See more »
The 1959 Crown Imperial Limousine is incredibly rare: it's one of only seven cars built in the line. The inside was well-appointed with luxurious fabrics and leather to compliment its wood paneling. Learn more about this exclusive luxury vehicle. See more »
The 1959 Fiat Abarth 750 Zagato Coupe resulted from a collaboration between Abarth and Fiat. It's estimated that at least 600 were made with a price tag of $3,460. Read more about the classic Fiat Abarth 750. See more »
