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[Big Man]

Lots to learn here about the cars, but there's no doubt where the "Big Man" 1955 model Fedora Lounge Member came from!

Thanks.

 

[Big Man]

Can anyone identify the car in the background?

 

[HudsonHawk]

Can anyone identify the car in the background?

Looks like an old Oldsmobile to me...around 1950, maybe?

 

[Big Man]

Looks like an old Oldsmobile to me...around 1950, maybe?

My Dad (in the picture) had a '53 Olds 88. I was thinking the car in the photo may have been his, but wasn't sure. If you think it's an Olds, then that would confirm.

Thanks!

 

[jamespowers]

My Dad (in the picture) had a '53 Olds 88. I was thinking the car in the photo may have been his, but wasn't sure. If you think it's an Olds, then that would confirm.

Thanks!

That is actually a 1953 Chevrolet.

The stripe on the quarter gives it away.

 

[HudsonHawk]

My Dad (in the picture) had a '53 Olds 88. I was thinking the car in the photo may have been his, but wasn't sure. If you think it's an Olds, then that would confirm.

Thanks!

I don't think it's a '53, that big round back fender was gone by then. I think it's earlier than '53. Of course, it may not be an Olds either. I'm certainly no expert.

 

[HudsonHawk]

That is actually a 1953 Chevrolet.

The stripe on the quarter gives it away.

There ya go.

 

[Big Man]

That is actually a 1953 Chevrolet.

The stripe on the quarter gives it away.

Now that looks just about like the car in my old photo. Prior to my Dad's '53 Olds, he had a '51 Chevy (also had a '49 Chevy). I have a photo of his '49, and it's a four door. I do not have a photo of his '51 Chevy, so this is why I'm trying to get an idea as to the identity of the car.

Thanks.

 

[Stanley Doble]

The Bel Air model, top of the line for Chevrolet that year. Probably had all the options like Powerglide automatic trans, deluxe AM radio, cigar lighter, and plaid seat covers.

 

[jamespowers]

The Bel Air model, top of the line for Chevrolet that year. Probably had all the options like Powerglide automatic trans, deluxe AM radio, cigar lighter, and plaid seat covers.

No sun visor though---darn it.

 

[Talbot]

53 or 54 Chevrolet. The side trim was the same for both years, but I can't make out the wheelcovers.....

Anyhow, it needs a visor. Vinyl seats, bathers and the beach add up to seat burn alert!

 

[Big Man]

53 or 54 Chevrolet. The side trim was the same for both years, but I can't make out the wheelcovers ...

If it's a '53 or '54, it can't be my Dad's car (he had a '53 Olds by then). Therefore, it must be just a random car parked in the background of the picture.

Thanks for the help on this. It clears up a question I had.

 

[jamespowers]

If it's a '53 or '54, it can't be my Dad's car (he had a '53 Olds by then). Therefore, it must be just a random car parked in the background of the picture.

Thanks for the help on this. It clears up a question I had.

That doesn't preclude you from buying one. You have my permission.

 

[Big Man]

That doesn't preclude you from buying one. You have my permission.

When I win the lottery ...

 

[jamespowers]

When I win the lottery ...

If you win the lottery, buy the 1957 Chevy in the other photo.

 

[Big Man]

Can anyone here help identify the year/make/model of the car in this old photo?