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The 1956 Buick Special, the last hurrah before the LeSabre took over the entry-level throne in 1958, is a beast with a heart of 322 cubic inches of V8 might, roaring with 250 HP. Like a fashion statement from the ’50s, it sports three vent ports per fender, making you the talk of the town—or at least the block. Thanks to Gateway Classic Cars, you can feast your eyes on this classic icon without having to polish its chrome yourself.
The Cadillac Series 62, a classic symbol of automotive luxury, rolled off production lines from 1940 to 1964, with a brief identity crisis in 1959 when it became the “6200” series. The 1951 Coupe De Ville flaunted its flair with a chrome overdose—think full-length chromed rocker panels and a fancy rear roof pillar script. Under the hood, a 331 CID V8 engine paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission powered this beauty, offering the exhilarating fuel economy of 12 miles per gallon at a leisurely 45 mph.
The Chevrolet Bel-Air G2 (1955-57), dubbed “The Hot One,” stirred the pot with its slick style and a V8 that guzzled oil like a thirsty cowboy. While Motor Trend praised its handling, the horn ring’s speedometer peekaboo was a conundrum. The 265 V8 was a first for Chevy since 1917, evolving into a 283 beast by ’57. With chrome galore, optional A/C, and “idiot lights,” it was a head-turner. Who knew evaluating gauges was so 1954? Enthusiasts still drool over these TriFives, the crowning jewel being the ’57 model.
The Cadillac Series 62 from 1954-1956 was where luxury met innovation, with features like the “Florentine” rear window and headlamp visors giving it a style all its own. With options like power seats and auto-dimming headlights, it was the epitome of ’50s tech. Engines roared with 0-60 mph in a “blink-and-you’ll-miss-it” 17.3 seconds! By 1956, sales skyrocketed, helped by the addition of power steering and new models like the Eldorado Biarritz. This Cadillac was truly the king of the road!
Step into the jet age with Cadillac’s Series 62 from 1954 to 1956, where luxury meets aerodynamic audacity! The ’54 model dropped a few pounds—vertically—and flaunted a wraparound Eldorado windshield, making heads turn faster than its 17.5-second 0-60 mph. In ’55, Cadillac added tubeless tires and a “hockey stick” chrome trim, boosting sales to a record 118,190. By ’56, the Series 62 had a grill fancier than a Michelin-starred meal and could sprint to 60 mph in a brisk, for its size, 12 seconds.