Jan
25

What Auto Is This?? Is This Art Deco Hauler The Most Beautiful Pickup Of All Time?

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Considered by many as the most beautiful pickup of the 1930′s this Art Deco charmer was both a superb 1/2 ton hauler and piece of automotive sculpture. The company that made this artistic hauler was founded in 1900 as producer of engine parts for other makes. It first started producing vehicles in 1915. One of its founding brothers wanted to produce their own car because he was “Tired of being carried around in Henry Ford’s vest pocket” The founding brothers always wanted to be a more upscale choice to the Ford Model T.

The founding brothers dislike of Henry Ford would be driving force till there deaths in 1920. By 1920 this car company would rank as second in sales behind arch rival Ford. Upon the brothers passing the company would be thrust into the hands of the widows. By 1928 they had dropped to 7th place in sales and then were sold to another automotive giant. As the Great Depression put a choke on the country this company was able to stay afloat because of its quality mid priced prodcucts and deep pockets of its now corporate parent. 1934 the entire lineup would get a total re-style called “Wind Stream” look. This swoopy look would help them reach 4th place that year. Even with its semi low price it still offered features that neither Chevy of Ford did not have. Full pressure lubrication and hydraulic brakes were just a few. Known for its robust drivetrain and classic looks these trucks have become a favorite of Street Rodders for decades. Very few original examples still survive. What Auto Is This??

Great Depression photographer Dorothea Lange was a master at capturing both the blight and feeling of the era. Here she is seen on the roof of a 1934 Ford Woody..

Tags: 1/2 ton pickup, Art Deco, automotive sculpture, Dorothea Lange, Ford Model T, The Great Depression, Wind Stream look

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C-Johnny

Welcome to Carlisle Johnny. My name is Johnny B and I have been an avid car crazed nut since age 13 years old. I purchased my first classic car at age 15, a 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Convertible. Since then I have owned, sold, suffered and romanced over a 147 cars, and I haven’t looked back. I always tell people its not the cars or trucks it’s the stories and people behind them. I love all kinds of cars, but I lean more towards classics from the 30’s and 40’s, Triumphs, Old Crusty VW’s and Benz’s. However, I enjoy all kinds of vehicles of various years. I have spent the last 30 years in the Auto Parts Industry but also spent many years as a classic car appraiser in Carlisle Pa.(home of the famous Carlisle Fairgrounds) where I was a sponsor. During that time as an appraiser I traveled across the U.S. appraising wonderful cars and meeting incredible people. I spent time working as one of the head appraisers on the “Harold LeMay” collection. Which is one of the worlds largest collections, with 3,100 plus classic vehicles. In addition I have also worked on the Lincoln Highway 75th anniversary tour and had the honor to do the first leg across the U.S. as well as going to Barrett-Jackson numerous times. On the weekends you can find me singing Karaoke at The Village Way in Port Jefferson,New York. www.me4portjeff.com Through it all I still say its always about the people and the stories along the way. So that’s the main purpose of this site. The people, stories and the old klunkers we love, romance and question. So your invited to join in for a fun ride… Thanks from Johnny B “The Car Whisperer”