Steve Wertheimer is a central figure in Austin’s blues venues and custom car scene. Long-time owner of the venerable Continental Club and C-Boy’s Heart & Soul club, both on historic S. Congress Ave. Steve is
Turns out that swap meets have many interesting cars to photograph. This one was in Grand Prairie, Texas. 1964 Mercury Montclair Hardtop “Fastbacks” were sold with either 390ci or 427ci V8s. Note the lake pipes
Beautiful, and significant car. The 1949 Cadillac had the first modern OHV, lightweight V8, with 331 cu. in. 160 hp, plus the excellent four-speed Hydramatic automatic transmission. It took the other American manufacturers as long
The charming Central Texas riverside town, Bastrop, has an annual car show. The largest engine available for the 1967 Dodge Charger was the 440 Magnum wedge-head engine rated at 375 hp. These did not
Outstanding 1939 Chevrolet Master De Luxe Coach at Austin’s Lonestar Round Up show. “Coach” distinguishes this 2 door model from the 4 door “Sedan” according to a 1939 Chevy brochure.
I love the low sweep of the rear fins and rear fender skirts on this 1960 Chevrolet Impala “Sport Coupe” in the parking area for Austin’s Lonestar Round Up Custom Car Show. Is there space
I guess it’s a “barn find” if it’s dusty. Otherwise, seems like it came from a good barn. I found this gem at a Pate Swap Meet at the Texas Motor Speedway in Ft. Worth,
