2. 1953 Kaiser Dragon The 1953 Kaiser Hardtop Dragon has it’s sharp looks with distinctive luxury furnishings. It is a very comfortable touring car. Just 1,277 of these beautiful cars were made in 1953.The dragon could be bought for $3.924. http://auto.howstuffworks.com/1953-kaiser- hardtop-dragon.htm Wheelbase, inches: 118.5 Length, inches 211.1 Weight, pounds 3,320

3. Made only in 1955, the Desoto Fireflite Coronado was a special car. It was made as a springtime paint scheme. The car is best known for its striking three tone paint job that includes black, white, and blue. This car would’ve cost you $3,500. www.pbase.com Wheelbase, inches: 126.0 Length, inches: 217.9 Weight, pounds: 3,940

4. www.classiccarmarketing.net Wheelbase, inches: 115.0 Length, inches:195.6 Weight, pounds: 3,165 The 1955 Chevy Bel Air was a stylish and more improved model. It had improved handling and a new v8 that everybody wanted. Its longer chassis added a look America went wild for. A smooth riding car like this would’ve cost you $2,166.

5. www.chromjuwelen.com Wheelbase, inches: 123.0 Length, inches: 214.1 Weight, pounds: 4,140 The 1952 Lincoln Capri was best known for its clean, handsome looks. The ’52 Capri was the first Lincoln car with reduced steering effort, improved tracking of the front wheels, and a better braking system. Up until 1952 Lincoln had a poor reputation for the brands “bathtub” look, the Capri gave Lincoln a more refined car. People could buy this stylish new car for $3,331.

6. 1950 Ford ½ ton Pickup Wheelbase, inches:116 Length, inches: 197.5 Weight, pounds: 3,375 http://chevytruckss.com/ The 1950 Chevy pickup truck had more horsepower and torque than the preceding Chevys. The looks of the Chevy had also changed. The single sheet plywood beds were replaced with multiple-board construction. Single toned paint became the new style and costumers could now choose between side-hinged doors and a top-and-bottom tailgate. This truck cost about $1,440.

7. http://www.carfani.com/cadillac/ Wheelbase, inches: 129.0 Length, inches: 223.4 Weight, pounds: 4,809-4,815 2,150 Cadillac Eldorados were made in 1954.More Americans were driving the Eldorado in ‘54 because they were just simply cheaper than they were in 1953. With higher production and lower prices more people weren’t afraid to spend the $4,738 to own their own Eldorado. They were a stylish, comfortable touring car.

8. www.flickr.com Wheelbase, inches: 114.0 Length, inches: 196.0 Weight, pounds: 3,575 The Dodge Royal 500 was a desirable car. It’s a package model fashioned after the Royal convertible that paced the 1954 Indianapolis 500. Only 701 of these cars were made and are quite the rarity today. The car cost a person $2,632, but it was well worth the money to own a classy car like the Dodge Royal 500.

10. Sites Title Slide Pictures: panoramio.com, drspikecook.com, http://auto.howstuffworks.com/1951-ford-custom- victoria.htm,http://auto.howstuffworks.com/1951-ford-custom- victoria.htm 1.) "1953 Kaiser "Hardtop" Dragon." HowStuffWorks. Web. 08 Apr. 2012. http://auto.howstuffworks.com/1953- kaiser-hardtop-dragon.htm,http://auto.howstuffworks.com/1953- kaiser-hardtop-dragon.htm "1953 KAISER DRAGON TRIM 888 999 VERY RARE For Sale." Classic Cars for Sale & Classifieds. Web. 08 Apr. 2012.. 2.) "DeSaga: A Brief History of DeSoto." Duricy.com. Web. 08 Apr. 2012. http://www.duricy.com/~desoto/desaga/destuff.shtml., http://www.duricy.com/~desoto/desaga/destuff.shtml "1955 DeSoto Fireflite Coronado." HowStuffWorks. Web. 08 Apr. 2012.. 3.) "1955 CHEVROLET BEL AIR Information Specifications Resources Pictures." Classic Cars for Sale & Classifieds. Web. 09 Apr. 2012.., "1955 Classic Chevrolet - Body Styles." 1955 Classic Chevrolet "The Hot One" Web. 09 Apr. 2012.. 4.) "Collectible Classic: 1952-1955 Lincoln Capri." Automobile Magazine. Web. 09 Apr. 2012.. "1952-1954 Lincoln Capri." HowStuffWorks. Web. 09 Apr. 2012..

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