Tag: 1950s
Old Austin: White Super Power Trucks, 401 Colorado St
This picture was taken about 1950, I think, and shows two White trucks, likely WC-22s. They were made from at least 1947, running at least ten years. I was not able to find enough info
1952 Chevrolet, Almost, on E. 7th Street
I found this almost car at Eli’s Body Shop on E. 7th St. Eli said it was in the parking garage of an ad agency downtown, and it was giving to him recently.
1952 Pontiac Custom in West Texas
I found this 1952 Pontiac west of Ft. Worth on a recent excursion. I asked my companion, Woody, what engine he thought the car had — the original flathead straight six or eight? After his
Edsel in Field in Big Country
Just east of Abilene, Texas, I was surprised to find quite a few collector cars in fields, carports and driveways in the small town of Graham.. Seems to be a car hot-spot.
1958 Chevrolet at Motoreum in NW Austin
This 1958 Chevy has radial tires and a newer steering wheel – I wonder how close to stock it is?
1961/2 International C-100 Bonus Load Pickup in N. Austin
There are two mechanics’ garages on 183 near Duval Street that usually have at least one collector car getting repairs. This International pickup has the straight-sided “Bonus-Load” bed. This C Series ran from 1961 to
