Meanderings: Old Cars
Every once in a while someone, upon finding out I like old cars, will say "My dad had a ‘67 Stingray." And I always respond with enthusiasm, because a 1967 Stingray is an objectively beautiful achievement in automotive design. And it's fast and probably great fun to drive. But that's not the kind of old car I like. I couldn't fit my guitar and amp, or a bicycle, or a Christmas tree in one of those. I like the boxier, long and wide sedans of the early 60's - especially Fords, and also Mercurys, which are like Fords just with a little more schmaltzy trim disguised as sophistication.
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