1968 Chevrolet Corvair 500

As promised, the mystery car parked behind the Ford Econoline in the previous post.

Chatted with the owner -- says the "500" was the base model. He flipped up the front chrome latch with the unique Chevy badge on it to expose the lock for the front trunk. The Corvair was such a unique car for GM, not what you think of when you think 60s Chev.

It's that design and shape. Compared to other modestly priced cars of the era, it had a sleek look, all sloping and curving surfaces. Those tough looking wheels don't hurt either. The only off note is the rear end, which is a bit too long, has a bit too much overhang.

1978 Ford Econoline Chateau

Love the bent bumper, the somewhat visible mattress (which I didn't notice until just now) the boxy front grafted onto the rounded main shape. This was the tail end of the customized van era, so what we have here is really just a modest example.

In the first picture, there is an interesting car just barely visible. This one will be appearing in the next post.

1973 Pontiac Ventura 4dr

I think this car looks a bit better than the '71 Chevy Nova. It's the grille and the smooth sculpting around the headlights. Rear wheels here look like they are from an Oldsmobile. Shame about the spray painting.

I was surprised to see it has up to date tags. Someone must still be driving it.

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.