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1960 (Edsel/Mercury) Comet in Central Austin

Written by Ken Altes
Ford Motor Co. decided in 1959 to cancel the Edsel (there was a full-sized 1960 Edsel), for 1960 and 1961, it was sold simply as a “Comet.”
1960 Comet in S. Austin, Texas.

1968/72 Datsun 521 1600 in E. Austin

Written by Ken Altes

This is where it all started, the 521 model was the first compact half-ton pickup sold in the American market, in 1968. Great little machines. Respect.

1960 Studebaker Lark at Dave’s Perfection Automotive

Written by Ken Altes

Studebaker Larks are good looking smaller cars. This one was in S. Austin.

1960s Glas BMW at Terry Sather’s Garage in S. Austin

Written by Ken Altes

And, of course, Woody is with me.