1980 Volkswagen Vanagon L Westfalia

1983 Toyota Tercel Wagon

1983 Buick Regal Estate Wagon

1991 Ford Festiva L

Post #50! 1968 Pontiac Bonneville Superior Ambulance

Something special for the 50th post.

I saw this beauty on my way home, and didn't know when I would ever see it again. As you can see by the uneven colours, I struggled to get good results.

Looking at all the lights and bric-a-brac, I half expected the plates to be "ECTO-1". So wild, the pointy emergency flashers, the enormous sirens. Yet it is the real thing -- this was an actual ambulance.

The other modifications are more tame but still interesting -- the single pair of taillights, raised roof, curved rear window glass. Plus of course the classic platform -- such a beautiful design. Clearly a shared platform with the hearse by the same company -- not an inspiring thought if you were to need it's services.

1968 Volvo 122

When I was growing up I saw these Volvos as ugly. Why would anyone make a car like that, much less buy one? Now I wonder at their interesting design. Much like the VW Beetle, it remained unchanged for so long because it performed it's function stylishly and effectively. Doubt this car has ever been restored, just repaired and driven.

Love the front end that looks so long nowadays on a car so short, the small looking cab above the beltline, and the architecture of curves.

1987 Peugeot 505 STX

Car seems smooth and flat, but subtle curves show up in the profile. Also digging the arched eyebrows over the headlights, the AMC like door pulls. Owner says his mother bought a similar model, and both are still in use.