1960 Ford Fairlane Club Sedan
I learned to drive in Pittsburg, Texas, on a 1946 Ford flatbed truck and a 1960 Ford sedan. I photographed this one in central East Austin, Texas. Note the Half Moon headlight chrome covers, first
Triumph TR4s at Ron Shimek’s Auto Service Center
This was my first car. It was a white 1962, with an early Chevy V8 with solid lifters and a three speed Chevy transmission. It was fast and put me in the hospital for weeks.
Sparkling 1963 Thunderbird in Central Dallas
Took in a movie with my Ma at Magnolia Theater on McKinney Rd. in N. Central Dallas. Noticed a few cars that were a bit out of the ordinary. The 1963 Thunderbird was joined by
Mighty 1955 Pirsch Fire Truck at Law Office in Georgetown, TX
Really impressive, Engine No. 6 from Canton, Ohio. Last two photos are period photos of this very truck at its first assignment in Canton.
Rare 1959 Factory 4×4 Ford F100 with Diesel Power
This very interesting third generation Ford F100 features factory four wheel drive. Before this, outside suppliers fitted the 4×4 system after truck assembly. Introduced in 1959, Ford beat GM and Dodge to this factory option.
Jaguar XKE in SW Austin
This XKE is an early example — the headlights under glass covers. An absolute classic.
