If These Top 20 1950's Cars/Trucks Could Talk - "We think we are the best

If These Top 20 1950's Cars/Trucks Could Talk - "We think we are the best - what do you think?"

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American cars from the 1950's have always been popular with car enthusiasts and everyone loves these cars/trucks that have lots of chrome, colorful paint schemes and even big fins! Joins us as we give you what we think are the top 20 most popular cars from that era. Let us know what cars are your favorite from the fabulous 50's!
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@IfThisCarCouldTalk 11 місяців тому

Hey everyone! Thanks for watching and if you loved this one - you'll love our newest Top 20 Cars of 1960-1964! Check it out and give it the same love you give this one! We really appreciate you watching, liking, sharing and commenting! ukposts.info/have/v-deo/oId7aKl_eJdeuqc.html

@BobFasnacht 10 місяців тому

M U

@BobFasnacht 10 місяців тому

😅

@kendanielson2239 10 місяців тому

53 hudson hornet

@raylocke282 7 місяців тому

195O Merc

@davidharris665 6 місяців тому

You're spot on, IMO! I learned how to drive in my Dad's '55 Chevie Bel Air and the first car I bought was a '56 Ford Customline sedan. I'm 77 now and no longer drive but those cars, and 1950's cars in general, were the best.

@gregorylopezieo6395 11 місяців тому

I’m 81 all I could say is Thanks for the memories

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 11 місяців тому

Our pleasure Gregory! That's why we do what we do. Thanks for watching and keep it up. If you loved this one, check out our latest Top 20 Cars of 1960-1964! ukposts.info/have/v-deo/oId7aKl_eJdeuqc.html

@theresachiorazzi4571 10 місяців тому

I’m 86yrs oldi remember all these cars. They were well made. Great bodies.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 10 місяців тому

Thanks for watching and sharing your memory of some awesome cars! Keep watching for more fun!

@kennethhargens8277 28 днів тому

I HAVE NEVER SEEN A CAR COMMENTARY AS WELL DONE AS THIS ONE!!! Thank you.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 28 днів тому

Wow, thanks! Keep watching!

@markwagner4909 Рік тому

I love the 1956 Lincoln premier convertible. The rear end is a work of art

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Great choice Mark and we agree! Thanks for watching and be sure to keep watching! This Friday is our Top Cars of 1960 - 64!

@garyhakala5168 Рік тому

As a kid in the 50s you could tell the make of the car from 100 yards. Today cars are designed in a wind tunnel for aerodynamics. I can't tell one make from another . 50s music, 50s cars!!!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Always have said that and that goes for cars clear into the 70's! Thanks Gary!

@leonardmitchell1214 Рік тому

Generally, you picked the greatest design eras, with the 1950s lineup. I saw them all new and for the most part I agree with your choices. However, I agree with the gentleman who suggested that the mark II Continental should’ve been closer to the top of the list. I’ve never owned one, 9:36 but I did have the pleasure of driving one back in the 50s, and it was wonderful. On the other hand, you missed what I still consider to be the most beautiful car of all from the 1950s. That is, the 1956 Lincoln Premier convertible. I owned this car for nine years and I still love it. Mechanically, 50s automobiles left a lot to be desired. However my 56 Lincoln convertible gave me better than 23 miles to the gallon which is great for a vehicle weighing more than 5000 pounds. It could also bury the speedometer which required exceeding 140 miles an hour. On the wide-open in the highways of Canada where I grew up, I had the opportunity to enjoy this wonderful, beautiful automobile. It was great to see your photos, of all of my teenage year cars. Well done!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thank you so much Leonard! We also love the 56 Premier and my Dad had one I remember fondly! There will be a part 2 of this list down the road so - stay tuned!

@robertbray1995 Рік тому

Wow, a lot of nostalgia here, great job. At 73 years young and a gear head my whole life, I believe the 50s were the pinnacle for auto styling and colors. I have 3 Vettes now, a 2020 C8, a 2023 ZO6 and a Roman red/India ivory cove 1960 270 horse with 2 four barrel carbs that I’ve owned for 50 years. All great cars, but I trust you can guess which is my favorite 😊!

@rolandemartin854 4 місяці тому

I was just the right age to see all these classic cars when they first appeared on showroom floors. Always looked forward to running around to all the dealerships and salivating over all the new designs that I dreamed I would own one day.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 4 місяці тому

You and me both! We used to have fun making a day of it. Thanks for watching!

@1946luke Рік тому

Today's cars don't have much personality. The 50's cars had plenty of personality. How do I know ? I WAS THERE !

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks for watching Luke and we totally agree (even though we didn't come along until the 60's).

@tedfaraday4361 11 місяців тому

56 chev 56 ford my favourite s❤❤

@carlatamanczyk3891 10 місяців тому

I agree....

@glennso47 9 місяців тому

Today’s cars may not have much personality, but they are much safer than the cars of the past. I wouldn’t be alive if I had been in an accident in one of these death traps. I was driving a 2011 model automobile when I was Tee-boned. I was very thankful for airbags and seatbelts and safety cage construction. I was hurt enough with those features but I would have been hurt worse if I had not had those things for protection.

@1946luke 9 місяців тому

@@glennso47 Your's is one of the rare exceptions. My "57" Olds and/or my "53" Cadillac were both battleships. Today's ugly plastic cars would've have a chance. Had a "56" Caddy too, it was a Sherman Tank.

@daryljay7057 Рік тому

I know EXACTLY what started my love affair with cars. In 1956 my Dad & I took the train from Seattle to IN to see relatives. I was 7. When we left to come home, we took the train to Detroit. In those days you could drive demo units from the factory to dealerships around the country. We delivered your No. 1 car, a '57 Ford Skyliner Crown Victoria glass top to Bill Pierre Motors in Lake City, North Seattle. I will never forget seeing that car for the first time. It was coming off the wash rack, black & cream, all wet & shiny with lots of chrome! My 7 year old self had never seen anything so beautiful in my short life, & that beautiful Ford STILL ranks pretty damn high in my book! I cried real tears when Dad delivered it to the Ford agency. I laid in the back seat staring at the stars, through the glass top, across half the country! Big adventure for a little boy!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Wow....thanks for sharing such a wonderful memory with us Daryl! I can just picture your 7 year old self in that back seat! Those really are stunning cars and we've owned a couple over the years so, ya, we get it! That feeling never leaves you either! Thanks for watching and hope you find lots to love with all our features that tell stories like yours.

@kennethhiggs3877 Рік тому

Yes, l saw one in Sydney, Australia when l was 16..unforgettable

@ajcaiati 8 місяців тому

Very cool story

@albertcarroll3268 4 місяці тому

I thought the 1957 Chevy Belaire was the best car ever made, in style and class😊

@luacreskid 7 місяців тому

This was my era. I loved the 57 Chevy Belaire turquoise ...I took my driver's test in a 55 Ford Fairlane and went to college (but didn't keep it there) a 57 Fairlane. Deep feelings for all them.

@otislis7157 Рік тому

Vary vary cool I am 75 and I drove many of the car's. Thank you for this beautiful presentation

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

So very glad to hear how much you enjoyed this feature, Otis! You certainly lived thru some of the best era of auto making! Welcome and keep watching - you'll find lots more to love!

@joelpierce3940 Рік тому

It was the culture back then, and the way people treated each other. Also when you are young you have a very special connection to these Automobiles. Cars were rolling Art, and reflected the space age.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Absolutely right, Joel! It was a time of pride and confidence and opulence which showed in these designs. The space race age sure had a lot to add as well! Thanks for watching and for the great comment!

@stevemccarty6384 Рік тому

PLEEZE remake the '55 Chevy! I want one with the stick shift on the collumn, but I'm not sure they made one like that way back when. I'd like a 53 with the straight six too, also with the three on the tree. New cars mean nothing or very little to me, but I want the old ones back.

@curbozerboomer1773 8 місяців тому

But we all need to realize, that those large, beautiful cars of that time frame, were build devoid of safety items!...Think about it--no dual master cylinders, few disc brakes, minimal side-collision protection in the doors, crappy suspensions, seat belts were barely an option, no airbags, of course, the tech was not yet available...and yes, those stunning steering wheels were deadly, with the solid steering columns not yet designed to "break-away"...many folks were crushed to death in more serious head-on collisions. No one loves those beautiful boats of yesteryear more than I do...I owned a couple!..But I would not drive one today.

@DavidMScott-cs8pp 7 місяців тому

I’m 83 and after the old folks designed 28:00 28:00 early 50s models the emergence of the 1955 Chev and Ford had everyone’s attention as they were breathtakingly beautiful. Friends of my parents had a Kaiser Manhattan which was truly an American classic. My dad bought a 1956 Dodge Royal sedan in White and Magenta that turned a lot of heads. As did my uncles 57 DeSoto Firedome. It was a great time to be a car loving teenager.

@nova002880 9 місяців тому

I still remember the day that my dad came home with his brand new Parklane wagon. It was done up inside and out in two tone green. It had the Thunderbird V-8 and all available options offered (I loved playing under the cargo cover on trips). Thank you for bringing back a happy memory of my dad and his new Parklane.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 9 місяців тому

You're welcome and you're so right - we love Parklanes!! Keep watching for part two coming up soon!

@larryambrose2660 8 місяців тому

I remember my dad's '53 Buick and also his '59 Buick. Both were gorgeous cars. I remember standing on the floor of the back seat of the '53 leaning against the middle of the back of the front seat between my mom and dad looking out of the front window. I loved looking at the long hood with the ornament in the middle and at the rounded fenders that were lower than the hood. Today if someone lets their kids ride like that they would be in jail. The '59 was the first car I drove and the first time my dad let me drive it alone I was stopped for speeding. The cop knew my dad and drove me home. He let my dad take care of my punishment.

@user-nz2xj9oi1n 5 місяців тому

I am a '55 yr guy myself. Had a '55 Chrysler 300 wagon which was my dating car, Had huge engine and chrome bumpers, and once it got going it was an unstoppable tank!!! Felt so safe in this car because was ALL STEEL!!!

@norwolf4765 Рік тому

I was a boy in the 50's in Detroit. My dad was an engineer for the fisher body division of Chevrolet. I remember him bringing fibre glass samples home when they were working on the first corvette design. I had a wagon and it had corvette emblems all around it from corvettes through the 50's. I knew all the car models then Studebaker, Packard, Hudson, Nash etc. I think the most iconic car of the 50's was the 57 Chevrolet. We got a new Chevrolet every year. What ever division you worked for then you were suppose to drive that car.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

What a great way to grow up, especially for a car lover now! Thanks so much for sharing your memories and we bet you had some gorgeous cars to cruise the streets of Detroit and the byways of America!

@texasfathead Рік тому

For the first time on UKposts I found I found a man that knows what he's talking about cars I can't believe that you are so right I had most of these cars but my favorite was a 1958 Ford Edsel it had a big motor I think it was a 410 cubic inch and I could outrun just about anybody in high school thank you very much sir all the respect in the world it's rare you find somebody that knows what they're talking about I also had a 1956 crown Vic to me that was the prettiest car ever made bar none and thank you again sir 🤠

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

You have no idea how much that means to Tom! We try very hard to present professional features. He's been an automotive writer for decades and really enjoys bringing these stories to life for you all to enjoy! Agree with your feelings about the Edsel and Crown Vic for sure! Thank you, thank you, thank you Texas!

@waynewoolley527 Рік тому

Great selection of cars....I would like to add some info on some...the 55 Chrysler Engine was a 392 Fire Dome ...it was the first production 300 horse power, that featured Hemispherical heads...The tri Chevys...the 1955 56 option was a 265 cu in.The 57 Engine was a 283 ...options where 2x4 Rochester Carbs...or Rochester Fuel Injection...The Continental ...Limited production....The frame sat very high ....giving the body a very close to the ground look...A beautiful car...The 58 Turnpike cruiser may have had a 352..or a Lincoln Engine a 460....The 57 Safari Engine may have been a 287....The 58 Edsel Trans control was in the middle of the steering column..I hope my comments may be helpful.....

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

@Wayne Woolley Great comment, and thanks for adding all the info! We appreciate the participation and hope you find lots more to love here!

@ronnymatthews4133 Рік тому

Love ford's EDSEL !distinctive grill. Only car that says WOW back at you! The "grill"of my dreams!!!w O w !!!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

LOL...love that "grill" of my dreams! I'm totally stealing that phrase (with your permission of course)! We owned a 1958 wagon and loved that car! Thanks for watching and for the fun comment!

@billolsen4360 Рік тому

You'd be surprised at how awesome today's teenagers think the 1958 Edsel is. Was with a friend in Phoenix one day when we got mobbed by around 40 high school kids admiring his Pacer convertible at a strip mall...endless questions!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

They are making a bit of resurgence at car shows and are even being resto-moded by the young gun builders! You'll see one if you go back to this video: ukposts.info/have/v-deo/kX6HoqSmeY5-rHU.html

@johnsimms818 7 місяців тому

Still inlove with 1958 Impala red convertible 283 three on the tree !

@tudo8412 Рік тому

These ‘50s Cars are not just about beauty, they speak for Luxury at any given time. Nice job. Thank you for sharing 👍

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Couldn't agree more! Our pleasure! Thanks again!

@HenryKozak Місяць тому

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@joestephan1111 Рік тому

My first car was a two door coupe 1955 Ford Victoria -- not a Crown Victoria (two different models). We "shoe-horned" in a 368 cubic inch Lincoln Turnpike Cruiser engine with a push-button shift Merc-o-matic transmission behind it. At 16 I was already a terror of the drag strip. We had fun with the song "Hot Rod Lincoln" which had just come out.😁

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Nice! What a fun memory! Thanks for watching and sharing, Joe!

@MrMuncieman Рік тому

I had a good friend in High school and in 1956 he had a 1953 Mecury and shoe horned a 1956 Buick Century engine into it with a Bellhousing from a speed shop. It was one hot car

@nothat1 11 місяців тому

a 56 victoria that shares the roofline less the crown, sits in my garage structurally sound with a 292 aching for a rebuild.

@ajcaiati 8 місяців тому

MY PAPPY SAID SON “YOU’RE GONNA DRIVE ME TO DRINKIN IF YOU DON’T DRIVIN THAT HOT ROD LINCOLN”

@paelaypaelay8497 8 місяців тому

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@dearbrad1996 Рік тому

I'm not willing to debate your selection. There's a few I was surprised not to see but you can't put them all in. Great production and thank you 😊

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks for watching Brad and we appreciate your nice comment! No matter what we picked, we were bound to leave someone's favorite out.

@leewalker3514 Рік тому

Love this man and that 1958 Edsel they were beautiful also 1956 ford looks great

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Two of my personal favorites! Thanks for watching Lee and for such a nice comment. Glad you enjoyed it.

@MikeEpstein-akaEppy27 Рік тому

My Dad took me on tour of the Studebaker plant (Southbend) in the 50s. A snip of info..... If you worked on the production line and ordered a car, you were allowed to leave the line, follow your car, and have your pals make sure your car was well put together.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks for watching Mike and for sharing that memory! Wow...that would have been so much fun! What Studie did your family drive?

@tedlawrence4189 Рік тому

My grandfather worked there from '43 to '56. Several years he hung doors. He bought a '50 Champion 4dr. I think msrp was around $1500. I believe that he paid close to $1100. He drove that car until june 1973! Had about 50,000 on it. Had to sell it for parts,as living in rust belt,it just got too rusty to drive. When I was a kid,born in '49, about one third of all vehicles in so.bend were Stude's.

@raydeeo Рік тому

WOW! At 80 years young, this brought back wonderful memories of when cars were pieces of art and we couldn't wait to see what was in the mind of the designers for the next year. I loved the Studebaker Hawk series, the 56 Lincoln low slung body and large canopy..a beauty! My personal favorite was the 58 Pontiac Bonneville with tons of chrome and iconic rear quarter leading to fantastic taillights. I can't quibble with any of your choices....heck it was the '50's, the years of historic auto design. Just found your channel and subscribed to see more of the same. Great job!!!!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks so much for the great comment and compliment and welcome to the ITCCT family! We know you'll find lots of great stuff here to love! This feature was something we don't usually do as our focus in on the personal stories but we definitely plan on doing more since it was so well received!

@warrengibson7898 11 місяців тому

I’m also 80 and I second everything you said!

@klausrain111 10 місяців тому

I don't remember the 58, but the 56 pontiac is my favorite car from back in the day. (Oh wait, just looked it up, I remember it now, what a beauty!)

@beatglauser9444 10 місяців тому

I am a little bit younger. I nearly forgot the 58 and 59 Pontiacs. My choice would be the 59. still own a 65 Bonneville convertible: One of the prettiest Pontiacs ever built. I love the 58 Buicks as well.

@larryambrose2660 8 місяців тому

We did wait for the new models to come out to see what they were going to look like. Today they all look alike but have fancy looking lights.

@mrpoolplayer6379 9 місяців тому

I grew up in the fifties, seen most of them cars & owned a few. I loved my '49 Mercury Coupe, my '56 Chevy Hardtop, but my early '60 Pontiacs were my favorite. My bestus car was a 70 Thunderbird Coupe.. the interior was a masterpiece... I too am 80 years old.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 9 місяців тому

Thanks for watching and sharing your comment! Stay tuned for the part two of this list coming soon! Keep watching!

@raymondsenebald2424 8 днів тому

Same age. I miss my 1st and still my fav. The 1951 Merc Convertible. A rea Chick Magnet back then ( LOL )

@marvinarchie4318 6 місяців тому

I ❤ that presentation of 1950's model cars...sweet memories❤❤

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 6 місяців тому

Thanks so much! Enjoy the part two of this list as well!

@ODSoldier 9 місяців тому

Great showcase of art. At my age (85) I saw all these cars as they came on line. My first real drool was the 1953 Studebaker Sport Coupe. Agree about the 56 Ford but the outstanding thing (to me) was the 1956 Chevy "210 series" 2 door hard top with the factory "Power Pak" (duel exhaust - Four barrel carb) and special order for the straight shift , because it was usually shipped with the power glide automatic trans. The Bel-Air was the usual Hard-Top, so the 210 series was limited in quantity of production. The 210 series had "just enough" chrome trim but the Bel-Air was over kill and stole the true "waist pinch" line at the rear fender, what a beauty. Thanks for the flash-back of a great time in our history.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 9 місяців тому

Thanks for watching and for sharing your favorites! Certainly great choices! Stay tuned for the part two of this list coming soon!

@TedWoodYourMentor Рік тому

1955 was indeed a magical year as the cars looked so different from previous years. Iwas too young to drive but we called these cars "flying colors." Your presentation shows that.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks Ted! Flying Colors is a great way to explain those cars!

@edwardalamo2507 4 місяці тому

1955 Chevrolet still holds the record of most vehicles produced in a model year 1.7 Million.

@r.a.monigold9789 Рік тому

Sir - you have stolen my list! At 77, I will admit to owning every one of these cars (and 30 more) in my life. Owned and drove, I'll add. But no Corvettes or T-Birds or Edsels - just luck of the draw. Thanks for sharing - this was FUN.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Awe...thanks so much R.A. and we're so glad you enjoyed it. You've been blessed to own and drive some rolling artwork!

@alanhardy3374 Рік тому

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@1943rhody Рік тому

My favorite 50's are two: First I learned to drive at the start driving a 1956 Ford F100 pickup but my parents also had a 1956 Ford Fairlane/Victoria with the thunderbird engine 3 speed with overdrive.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Great choices for your favorites Michael! Thanks for watching and sharing your memories!

@TSmith-ns45 10 місяців тому

The big family outing each Fall was to the showrooms of the various car dealers to view the next year’s models. It always ended (“the big finale”) at the Packard dealership. My step-dad drove Packards exclusively! In 1957 we went through the usual routine, but the “new” Packard was a Studebaker crossbreed. My step-dad literally teared up and very nearly cried. The end of an icon had arrived.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 10 місяців тому

Thanks so much for watching and sharing your family memory! We used to do the same thing, only we were a Ford family. Keep watching!

@beatglauser9444 10 місяців тому

@@IfThisCarCouldTalk I should have known from seeing how many Fords were on this list. We were a GM family. My Dad used to work for GM Switzerland.

@hdickinson4171 8 місяців тому

My grandfather owned and drove Packard's that were made in the 1950's. This Top 20 1950's Cars was missing the 1956 Packard 400 with push-button shift!

@ghw7192 6 місяців тому

In 1965, I bought a 1955 Packsrd Patrician as my first car. It had been sitting and required work to make it roadworthy, but I learned a lot about cars. The load levelers were a blast!

@thomascrerand1371 5 місяців тому

I just asked my wife the other day, Do you remember what a big deal it w!as when the new cars came out ? All gone.....

@jamesk5250 2 місяці тому

This is one of the best automotive videos I have ever watched !! It is very nearly perfect for me ! Every choice you made, I anticipated and totally agreed with EVERY choice You made !! It was the most impressive era of automobile design and innovation ! I think the only car I would have added would have included would have been the 1953 Ford cars & pickups, as I had them, and never quite got over the old Flathead engines !! I always loved the performance and sound of a mildly modified flatty !! Outstanding choices, and video !! "jim"

@dick8193 Рік тому

I am the proud owner of a 1956 black and white Fairlane Victoria 2dr. hardtop. We pulled her out of a pasture in 1983 on four flat tires. At last count, she has won 132 awards of varying types.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Wow...that is awesome Dick! She must be a real beauty in one of the best color combos! Thanks for watching and sharing!

@yellowboxster06 Рік тому

The ‘55 Crown Victoria has always been my choice. Great video…you nailed it.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks so much Richard and we're glad you enjoyed it! Keep watching for more cool stuff!

@violet2048 19 днів тому

My all-time favorite was the 55 Oldsmobile Holiday 88 2 door hardtop. It was pretty, it was fast, and my Dad used to let me work on it with him. I'm 75 now, and I just gave a very dear friend my 55 2 door hardtop Super Holiday 88. And yes I worked on it with my husband.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 19 днів тому

Thanks for watching and sharing your special memories of you with your Dad and husband!

@lucyflorey9152 Рік тому

My grandfather always bought a new Pontiac every couple of years. I remember riding in his cars in the 50s as a little girl. He preferred the Catalina. I still like Pontiacs and the tradition continued with my father. Now though I own a Toyota 4runner for reliability.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Love how family will impact the cars we love today. I'm a Lincoln lover because that is what my parents collected. Thanks Lucy! We have some great Pontiac features for you to love!

@davaogary7042 Рік тому

1955 Packard Caribbean. Just drop dead gorgeous. Genuinely thought it would make your list. My next beauties (on your list!) are the 55-57 Chevy Nomads. What a decade.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

What a decade is right! Thanks Davao - that Caribbean is a stunning addition to the list!

@randytaylor1258 Рік тому

That Packard was a great car. I have a 1/18 diecast and it gets great attention on display. One feature of the Cameo pick-ups you missed was the replacement of the mail-slot rear window with a full-width backlight. It looks great and change pick-ups forever!

@stihl0256 День тому

1955 was the first hint that cars could be styled, not just built. In '56 it really got going. Tailfins were discovered in '57 and it really went wild from there. I was about 10 and we were wondering where it would end when we saw the huge fins on Cadillac and Plymouth Fury.

@godofbiscuitssf Рік тому

I have to add the Pontiac Wide-Tracks of the 1960s, the epitome of which is the 1965 Bonneville Convertible. The overall proportions, the loooooong rear section taking advantage of the broadness of the cars, the widening of the quarter panels as if to abide the fender skirts. The stacked, separately-encased headlights with the avian pointed hood. It refined everything about Pontiac up to that point. It was stately and still looked incredibly fast even when standing still. I was so young when my Aunt got one at that the word "BONNEVILLE" in metal letters welded into the rear quarters were at eye-level. I remember because that was the first word I remembered how to spell, and hated that there were "so many repeats!" in the letters. I wanted more new ones!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Well then, you'll love the upcoming Top 60's list we're currently working on! Thanks for sharing your memory with your Aunt and her Bonneville!

@godofbiscuitssf Рік тому

@@IfThisCarCouldTalk Can't wait!!

@wayneyadams 9 місяців тому

9:25 Our parents owned a 1957 or 58, Mercury Turnpike cruiser. What a great car it was. The thing to remember about those early fuel injection systems is that they injected the fuel into a carburetor body which sat atop a standard intake manifold. Port injection did not come along until a few years later.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 9 місяців тому

Great car! Thanks for the memory you shared!

@Tchristman100 Рік тому

The Mercury 57-58 2 door turnpike cruiser STATION WAGON was truly iconic. What you called the twin antennas above the windshield on the corners are vents for air when at turnpike speeds.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks Tom and ya, we knew that and misspoke on that one. Nice catch. Iconic - absolutely!

@ramblerdave1339 Рік тому

I have never seen, or been able to find in source material, any reference to the Turnpike Cruiser option, being available on wagons. I would still prefer the 2 Dr hardtop wagon, over the rest of the line. Interesting note: all Mercury wagons, '57-60, were hardtops.

@Tchristman100 Рік тому

@@ramblerdave1339 I saw a 2 door 1958 Mercury wagon at a car show-my all time favorite. You just didn't see full size wagons with 2 doors.

@ramblerdave1339 Рік тому

@@Tchristman100 Back about 1994, I saw a very restorable 58 2dr Merc Wagon in a junkyard in the high desert of Wendall, Idaho, while searching for parts for my '66 Rebel. Might still be there! Mercury was the only one making 2dr Hardtop wagons, Ford, Edsel, Chevrolet, Pontiac, Plymouth, and Dodge, all made full size 2dr wagons through 1960, but not hardtops, All Chrysler wagons, were 4dr hardtops, from '57?-64, but no 2drs. Rambler Ambassador 4dr hardtop wagons '58-60 were an option, but no 2dr. Rambler was the first company to produce a hardtop wagon, a 4dr, in 1956, a 4dr, but that was a Compact.

@Tchristman100 Рік тому

@@ramblerdave1339 I appreciate your heads up, but my '63 Ford Falcon V-8 takes all my time.

@MichaelWittrock-kr9gy Місяць тому

I always wanted a Mercury because of the Country song, "drive me a Mercury up and down the road."

@robertn2813 Рік тому

My 1976 high school car was a 1958 Buick Super sedan . Best car i ever had . I remember doing a tune-up on it while standing in between the bumper and the radiator . There was room for me to put my small toolbox on the frame in that space also. It had a 364 flathead V8 with dual quads . I don't even remember the gas mileage , it was too much fun starting it with the accelerator pedal with my hands above my head amazing onlookers . I think it belongs on the list also . Great video . Thank you .

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Wow...what a great memory and thanks so much for sharing! High school kids thought you had a trick car! That's awesome. Thanks for watching and keep it up - we've lots to love here!

@pierredecine1936 Рік тому

I totally agree about the "58 Impala - gorgeous - I have a '96 Caprice Classic Resto-Mod ...very similar lines ...

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks for watching Pierre and we agree, the 58 Impala is a beauty. Would love to see your '96 resto-mod!

@geralddebari3708 Рік тому

I agree hold hardly with your choses. The two cars I wish were added are the 1955 Plymouth Belvedere and the 1957 Buick Super Riviera 2dr hardtop. The 55 Plymouth was such a styling upgrade from all the Plymouths from before. It was exceptionally handsome with a red body and black top and side sweep. I know you selected the 1955 forward looks from Chrysler, but you did not show the Plymouth. The 1957 Buicks were also great to look at from any angle with its massive bumpers and tail lights. I liked the Super Riviera 2dr hardtop because of the way the way the top was melded to the body and the side trim with its tangerine paint in the center and the tangerine wheels. It also had the four ventiports like the Roadmaster.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Wow, thanks for the great comment Gerald! We appreciate you watching and hope you find more features you'll love!

@jamescomden8957 Рік тому

Thank you…….thank you……..thank you for including the 1958 Chevy Impala! So much is made of the “ Tri 5’s” but the ‘58 seems to be overlooked. I think the styling and use of chrome make this the absolutely most beautiful Chevy of the 1950’s! I got my first car in 1965, so the ‘58 was a 7 year old car and I wanted “ new”……! Even today this car is great looking…..I fail to see why the 1957 is so popular……it’s design is no match for the ‘58! I also agree with virtually your whole line up of the best of the 1950’s! Great job. Now I want to see thex1960’s list!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks so much James and we're so pleased that you enjoyed our list! We're working on the 1960's version now so stay tuned! Keep watching and see what other fun we have here!

@robertpearl6037 8 місяців тому

The 1950's were the real American cars,

@jameslester5048 Рік тому

My very first car was a '56 Ford Sunliner........dark blue and white with a matching interior and white top. Bought it for $100 in June of '64. Great car for cruising the boulevards in Tulsa.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Right on James! That must have been a beauty and a great first car! Thanks for sharing your memory!

@wgp43 Рік тому

Those cars from the fifties were fantastic. Unlike today many of those models change significantly from year to year.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

You certainly could tell each car from another then! It's kinda crazy the amount of money that went into changing a car nearly every year sometimes! Thanks Wes and hope you find lots more to love here!

@billolsen4360 Рік тому

@@IfThisCarCouldTalk As you pointed out, the Studebaker people knew how to keep yearly styling costs to a minimum and still keep their new models looking fresh.

@mapleholler9800 Рік тому

I can't argue with your choices. My first car was a '55 Ford 4 door. My cousin called it an 'all door'. We liked it because it was quicker getting everyone in, if the situation dictated a quick getaway. Loved that car. It'd go anywhere and was often asked to. If I had the money today, I'd go for a 2 door hardtop, but that 4 dr still has a place of honor in my heart. My dad had a '54 Corvette. He bought it wrecked in '55 or '56 and rebuilt it. I still have the fiberglass mold that he built by hand, to lay up the left rear quarter panel. He had a '32 Ford sedan at the same time and he sold it, to buy the chrome for the Vette and then sold the Vette, to pay off the tools in his shop. The guy he sold it to, totaled it a couple of weeks after he bought it. Dad always said that he'd give his left n_t to have it back. Hmmmm.....good memories. Thanks for the video and all the great pictures.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

LOVE this comment! I loved the 4 door Mercury I drove to high school back in 1979! Could pile all my friends in there! The Corvette story is so great and love how you tell it. So glad we could bring back some fun memories for you. Keep watching!

@mapleholler9800 Рік тому

@@IfThisCarCouldTalk Will do!

@richardbourbon974 11 місяців тому

A man after my heart, I drive a 56 Ford Victoria everyday. As a kid I made model after model of the 56 Ford. There's always been number one in my book ever since I was a child. I'm now 71 years old and still love looking at it everyday

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 11 місяців тому

Wow Richard! Your daily driver is one of our personal favorites! That sounds like our kind of story! Thanks for sharing and hope you find lots more to love here! Keep watching!

@jdfmfb03 Рік тому

My Aunt had a 58 Impala with 283 FI Black convertible with Red interior and a speaker in the back seat !! Took us kids to get ice cream every week weather permitted. Not allowed to eat in the car. She sold it because the motor for the top kept burning up due to water collecting in a well Uncle had a 1959 Pontiac Catalina with that light metallic Blue and a steering wheel that had sparking see thru plastic he traded it for a Blue 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix Those 20 cars nailed it !! Saw your channel on Dennis Collins channel Gonna do a marathon view of your vids. My dad and mom had a 1953 Chevy Belair 6 cyl 3 on the tree 1956 Chevy wagon once again 6 cyl 3 spd then a 1959 Rambler Station Wagon 6 cyl 3spd ALL of their cars smoked terrible and had no working heaters oh well the memories👍❤️

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

It is SO great to read your comment and we love that you'll be binge watching! Can't wait to see what others you'll love! Thanks for watching, sharing your memories and joining our ITCCT family!!

@johnmaki3046 Рік тому

This is SAD! Would have been worth TONS today! Also, it had MUCH MORE CLASS than the "2000s CRAP"!

@dallasmars2 Місяць тому

1957 Desoto built like a tank good old Chrysler quality

@johnru1 Рік тому

Just saw you on Coffee Walk, so happy you came in after to pitch your channel. Totally enjoyed this top 20. Subscribed now.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Awesome! Thank you! We appreciate you joining us and leaving such a nice comment!

@keko7098 14 днів тому

I loved the 59 Chevy with the “cat eye” rear lights and fins! All on this list are fantastic cars! Thanks for the memories!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 13 днів тому

Our pleasure! Thanks for watching and be sure to check out all our other "Top" lists for more memories!

@Jimpen294x0 19 днів тому

I drove a 56 tutone green 2dr Hard top from 63-66 when I enlisted in the Air Force. Have a picture dated Jun 65 in front of our house. Still love that car!

@peloi111 Рік тому

I'm at the Turnpike Cruiser and I must tell you that I love your review, I can hear your passion for cars. Thank you!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Awesome! Thank you! We really appreciate you watching and leaving such a great comment!

@jerylarcher6487 Рік тому

My dad had an all white one. I guess it was the coolest car in town back in the day!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

I'm sure he was the coolest dad in town, too! Thanks for watching Jeryl and for the nice comment!

@billolsen4360 Рік тому

Your dad had a Mark II?

@dennisadams2240 9 місяців тому

As an owner of a 55 Cameo truck, i was happy to see it make the list.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 9 місяців тому

Beautiful trucks and you're a lucky man! Thanks for watching and commenting!

@sunking2001 Рік тому

What a great video for all of us old enough to truly appreciate these gorgeous cars! I'm 70 and remember every one of these cars...starting in my childhood. My father owned a '51 Studebaker pickup, a '53 El Dorado, '55 Olds, and a '52 DeSoto. We moved across the USA in a '59 Chevy Biscayne. I owned a '54 Buick, '54 Packard, '58 Edsel Citation, and I currently own a '70 F-250. I had two friends who owned a '54 Lincoln and a '54 Merc. I love these cars from the 50's and 60's. They are beautiful examples of our automotive past.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Very well stated and we love that you shared your memories! All of those are awesome cars and what a great car world to grow up in! Thanks for watching and hope you find lots more to love here!

@VINTAGE1959 10 місяців тому

-1959 Cadillac Eldorado -1959 Pontiac Catalina -1959 Buick Electra -1958 Plymouth Fury -1958 Ford F-100 F-250 -1959 Chevy El Camino -1958 Chevy Impala -1959 Chevy Apache NAMCO -1957 Ford Ranchero -1956 Chevy Nomad -1958 Ford Fairlane -1954 Corvette -1959 Mercury -1956 Mercury -1954 Buick -1959 Oldsmobile -1955 Jeep CJ Hope I didn't forget one. With all these dream machines, from the 50s, I need to become Jay Leno, haha

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 10 місяців тому

LOL - don't we all! Thanks for watching and commenting with your list of favorites! We have a part two coming this summer so keep watching!

@herbertwoodbury1958 Рік тому

My first road car, I had two befor that were strickly off road due to not having a DL yet, was a 56 Chevy Belair 4 door sedan. I loved that car and wish I had never sold it. My favorite was the 56 Ford Crown Victoria or the 56 chevy convertable.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

You have great taste in cars, Herbert! Thanks for watching and sharing your memories!

@adoreslaurel Рік тому

when we got the 55 Ford Customlines down under in manual form, the column shift was ok until the linkage got worn,lever in your lap for first and top, way up high for reverse and second. reason was that the linkage came out of the box on the left, ok for LHD but running more linkage underneathfor RHD made for a lot of wear and slack.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks for watching John! That is an interesting story too! Welcome to the family here. We have several gear heads from down under!

@robertdavis7866 9 місяців тому

You left out the 57 Buick riviera. My favorite. But what memories you stirred up in my mind. I was born in 41 so the fifties were my teen years, a wonderful time to grow up. Thanks a million!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 9 місяців тому

Thank you Robert and we're so glad you enjoyed it! Keep watching as we have lots to love here and part 2 of that list is coming up soon!

@dallasmars2 Місяць тому

How about a 1957 Hudson hornet or a1957 Nash ambassador

@georl1 Рік тому

I have two all time favorite 50's cars. The 56 & 57 Lincoln Premiers and the 56 & 57 Nash Ambassadors. For me, those beat out all the other makes and models.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Both very good choices! Personally, I love the Lincoln Premiers! Thanks for watching and leaving your wish list!

@klausrain111 Рік тому

My friends mom had a Continental in the early 60s. She used to back really fast out of the driveway without turning around. she just used the mirrors. Had quite a few minor accidents that way. I think she knew her husband would pay for any damage.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

My early kidhood was spent in a 1963 Continental - totally understand your point! Thanks for watching and sharing your memory!

@billolsen4360 Рік тому

Ewwww! I think a home-builder friend of mine in Golden, Colorado bought your friend's mom's Continental at auction way back in the 1970's. He strip the paint off her to begin his restoration and found that BOTH rear fenders were mostly bondo!

@josephlineberger443 5 місяців тому

All of your choices are spot on, but my favorite is the 1957 Thunderbird. I had a Starmist Blue one & a Raven Black one. Thanks, and happy motoring!

@noahcount7132 Рік тому

My top choices from the 1950s are in order of preference, 1955 Chevy 2-door hardtop, 1957 Corvette, 1956 Chevy 2-door hardtop, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 2-door hardtop, and 1957 Chevy 2-door hardtop.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Very nice choices Noah. We're so glad you watched and left your comment! Now, go find more features you'll love as a subscriber!

@edwardmckean7849 Рік тому

All great choices, and I've always loved the '55-'56 ford Crown Vic's, but I think there should have been room for the '57 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

We did miss the Caddy. Several people mentioned that one. We could have easily done the top 40! Thanks Edward and welcome aboard!

@ACF6180T Рік тому

I can't take the time to list the few I didn't like; That made the top 20 list, But was disappointed not to see any Packard , Hudson , Nash , or Rambler Cross Country Wagons . But thank You for the list , & video.

@dicksanders8206 Рік тому

Good point. Maybe a show on those specific cars. Yes? I learned to drive on a 1961 Rambler Classic 3 speed.

@ACF6180T Рік тому

@@dicksanders8206 IMHO these should have made the top 20.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Well, I see a part two of that list coming on...so many great ones that everyone has mentioned. Believe me, it was very hard to narrow it down to 20! Thanks Venice!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

We're definitely getting lots of good ideas for the next 50's list!

@lonwaslien104 Рік тому

I remember wonderful car advertisements from that era in National Geographic magazines.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

You're right! All the big magazines of the day would have full color full page ads and most were like artwork similar to what the showroom brochures had. Great memory and thanks for sharing!

@janedc5ch319 4 місяці тому

My dad had 56 Ford 500 he gave it to me later when i was 16 years old. He got another ,62 Ford . After i got married i had a 57 Chevy Black inside out. Beautiful car. I also had a 65 Ford fairlane . There were others ,but those were my favorites. Im 80 years old now ,left with great memories ❤

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 4 місяці тому

Glad we could add to your memories and thanks for sharing yours!

@rafehr1378 Рік тому

1958 Chev IMPALA. No one ever raced it as a Stockcar. Well maybe once. Your life was in danger hot rodding with one. They had 4 coil suspensions, high-speed turning, braking, or both, and lost control of the car. They are Good looking cars.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

I'm sure some crazy racer probably tried it...lol! Thanks for watching and leaving a fun comment!

@rafehr1378 Рік тому

@@IfThisCarCouldTalk Yes, I raced limited stockcar, many Demolition Derbys. Till I married then it was the Demos. 2 or 3 Demo Derbys a year till I turned 35. Kids were worth it, on quitting. Thank you for response back. Ford person, first Ford 1950. then bought1956 2 door posts, till I bought my first 1958 Thunderbird. Second T-Bird 1960 with 430 ci. It had tranny issues. 1965 T Bird. Long dry spell till next T Birds. I loved the 1988 Turbo couple top of the line. So, I bought a cheaper version of the Tubo couple, for more head room. Now I drive SUV Volvo XC 90, junk vehicle, maintenance prices are nasty. Replace it with a Ford Explorer in 2024... Take care.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Used to love watching the demo derby cars in my hometown on Saturday nights! Fun in the dirt!

@stanwebb3480 Рік тому

Loved all!!! T-BIRD SQUARE BODY!!!! '58!!!!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

That square body bird just doesn't get enough love (in our opinion). Great car! Thanks Stan!

@ccknoxville8389 Рік тому

You can't beat the beauty of the 1957 Chevy Bel Air coupe !

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks for watching and commenting CC! Glad you have a favorite you love! Keep watching!

@BlueSun4886 4 місяці тому

Although I took my driver's test in 1964 at age 16 in my father's '63 Chrysler 300J, my favorite care of that era was the '57 Chevy Bel Air in a modest middling blue with white trim that I bought (with dad's help) used. Still IMHO the nicest car of the '50s & with the early T-Birds & 'Vettes, the only one that turns my head today when I see one in great condition.

@stevemcdonald1033 Рік тому

How could you miss the Cadillac El Dorado? And the '54 Oldsmobile Starfire with spoke wheels? And the '53 Nash Rambler? It was styled by Pinin Farina and had a continental kit. My mother got one that was two-tone blue with matching upholstery and that little car got more attention out on the street than other I've seen. By the way, her first car was a '28 Chev Roadster Coupe, with convertible top, wooden spoke wheels and a rumble seat. It had a hot engine for the time, with 45 H.P. and she burned up the roads with it going out on urgent calls as a nurse-practitioner. The rumble seat was turned into a two-stretcher litter-carrier and became an ambulance.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks for watching Steve! We could have done a top 40 list with all the great beautiful cars we couldn't fit in just 20! Those are great additions to the list. Love that memory of your Mom - what a cool woman she must be!

@billolsen4360 Рік тому

Let's bring back Earl and Exner from the dead. We have the technology with cloning, and bring back two-tone cars!!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Go for it Bill!

@jimf4492 Рік тому

I agree that most of the cars on this list should be here, BUT the Mark II should be near the top, certainly way above the Turnpike Cruiser! Thanks, I enjoyed the video.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

We LOVE the Mark II. It was stated that that list is in no particular order, it's just the top 20 in my opinion. Thanks for watching Jim!

@jimf4492 Рік тому

@@IfThisCarCouldTalk Sorry, I somehow missed the "No particular Order part". Now I feel better!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

LOL! It's hard to not show our bias but the Mark II is one of our all time favorites!

@johnmaki3046 Рік тому

My dad (briefly) owned a '58 Merc Turnpike Cruiser. Sadly (for Ford fans!) he had our family's '50 DeSoto Custom 4 dr. also! The "Cruiser was JUST NOT as good an everyday car as the DeSoto! Perhaps the 'Cruiser had more "style" (a subjective "point"), but the DeSoto was cheaper on gas and DID THE 'family hauling job" BETTER!

@richardtruesdell8289 Рік тому

My brother was working in Detroit in 1964 and I spent the summer with him and we toured the Ford plant and saw the first 64 1/2 Mustangs, what a thrill!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

You're gonna love then next list - top 60's cars! Stay tuned and keep watching, we appreciate it!

@joepepi7394 7 місяців тому

The good old days!

@lindatello323 Рік тому

Thanks for this! My favorites are the Edsels and Studebakers. I wouldn't say no to a Continental.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks, Linda! We share great taste in cars!

@the-kilted-trucker59 Рік тому

Linda I just loved the look of the Edsel, still won't to find one in good shape.

@GySgt_USMC_Ret. Рік тому

I bought a 57 Ford Covertible for $75.00 as a young teen. Top was torn, body was a few shades of primer, bullet holes in the windshield, seats covered with Army blankets, and the engine leaked oil. It was an awesome Summer. Fair winds and following seas to all.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Isn't it awesome the memories we get to re-live of the old cars which, even if they weren't perfect, made our lives more perfect! Thanks so much for sharing your awesome summer with us and most of all, thank you for your service!!

@docmason9677 11 місяців тому

I always loved the 1956 Ford Crown Victoria in Black or Diamond Blue and White with the Continental Kit. My older cousins had them when I was a kid in the 1950's

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 11 місяців тому

Such classic combos! Thanks for watching and sharing your memory.

@davidgilstrap1048 Рік тому

My parents had a 1959 Buick Electra pillared sedan during the early '60's. White with a silver/Grey painted top and black fabric interior. My family looked and felt like the "Family of the World"

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Great memory David! Thanks for sharing and watching! Stay tuned for the part two coming this summer and next up is the Top 60's list.

@DWilliams-ce8nb Рік тому

The Mark II was number 1 on my list. In the 2 years it was made, only 3005 Mark II's were produced.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

This list is in no particular order mostly because we couldn't decide what should be #1 since so many deserve it - including the Mark II. One of our personal favorites! Thanks for watching and commenting!

@jeffreylee2448 Рік тому

My brother has owned a mark 2 for about 20 years I've only been in it for a ride Barely Used it only for special occasions and he hasn't had it running on the road for about 12 years that's a crying shame, Jay Leno said why have them if you don't want to drive them

@robertpfingston6296 5 місяців тому

I love the 57 fairlane, i had one when i was 16 years old

@steveimhoff5646 Рік тому

No two people would ever agree with all your top 20… but your list is pretty good. Some beautiful cars made in the 50’s.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

You are right Steve which is why we stated that it is just our opinion. So glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the comment! Keep watching!

@klausrain111 Рік тому

Our family had a beautiful blue 56 Plymouth station wagon with a luggage rack. 3 speed standard column shift.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks for watching and commenting Richie! Bet that was a beautiful wagon and a great one to grow up with!

@klausrain111 10 місяців тому

@@IfThisCarCouldTalk yes thanks it was! Our family made the trip from L.A. to Austin to visit my grandparents about ten times in the mid 50s. My fave place to stop was Phoenix. My dad could take a nap while us kids went swimming in the pool. It was a blast! My dad liked to drive at night cause that Plymouth didn't have an AC. It was on a two lane blacktop highway, maybe even Rte 66.

@anetajohnson8446 Рік тому

Finally, a you tube that tops my interest! A long time ago i was a commercial artist always interested in car designs. To me, from 1955 to 58, had the best designs. balanced lines, sleek fins, tons of crome,. 57 fords, chevys, cadillacs etc. Todays autos look like over grown "BUGS"ot Athletic shoes with wheels. I get a kick at the advertizing calling them SUVs!.We used to call them station wagons! You can use almost any car, for sports, utilitys, or vacations! They had flaws, no seat belts! Large stearing wheels in some, and the such, but what i wouldent give to have my 56 Cadillc 62 two door coup back! To skip ahead a little, the Buick wildcat, and the riveria are trophy winn ers!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Wow...thanks for leaving such a great comment here, Aneta! So glad you enjoyed this feature especially coming from your design background.

@jimburig7064 Рік тому

Our father got a new Chevrolet every two or three years. We had a new 1958 Bel Air four door hardtop. What was exciting is that it had a V8. Thhat first year Impala was really something though!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks for watching and for sharing your memory! That new V8 was exciting!

@donaldhoffman9238 Рік тому

"58 introduced "air bag" suspension which was not-quite-ready for a production car. Opening your garage door every morning, you never knew which air bag had lost its inflation and which way the car would be leaning. And, no, GM wouldn't replace the bags with normal spring suspension.

@albertaird2092 11 місяців тому

You did a great job with this. All the cars you picked are winners and loved by most car enthusiasts. 👍😄

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 11 місяців тому

Thanks so much! We appreciate you watching and leaving such a nice comment! Keep watching!

@elizabethwallace6652 11 місяців тому

One car from the 1950s that was a stunning car was the 1957 Ford Ranch Wagon. My mother had one in the mid 1960s and it’s the only one I’ve ever seen. It was a deep brown with tan interior and had a Thunderbird motor. Now that car was a show stopper.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 11 місяців тому

Great car and you're so right! We love those old Ranch Wagons! Thanks for sharing your memory!

@GMCTIM Рік тому

Thank you for the video ! Really couldn't choose a favorite, there ALL beauties ! Wish they where still made like that ! 👍🏻

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks for watching Tim and yes, we totally agree! We couldn't really pick a favorite either which is why it's just our top 20 in no particular order. Appreciate your comment and welcome to the family!

@johnhix484 Рік тому

Such a great list of selections. I notice one of your first selections was the “shoebox” 1950 Ford which was my first car at 15 years old. What memories that brought back! Good selections of that era. I made a copy of your video and taped 50s music over it. Keep up the great style of work!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Wow...thanks John! We're honored that you enjoyed it enough to make your own copy with the music added! What a great idea! Hope you find lots more stories here that you'll love! Welcome to the ITCCT family!

@larryambrose2660 8 місяців тому

My first car was a '53 Plymouth and was about 9 years old when I bought it. I paid a staggering $25.00 for it. I love telling today's kids how much I paid for that car. It was a tank. You couldn't do anything to it to hurt it. I think I tried.

@terry6912341 Рік тому

I had the 1954 Oldsmobile 4 Dr. Super 88, a beautiful, powerful car. Our family purchased it brand new and had it until 1965 and 125k.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

What a great family car! Thanks for watching Terry and sharing your memory.

@soco13466 9 місяців тому

Mom had one of the split grille Chrysler 300's, in a deep metallic blue. She later had a 59 Chevy Belair wagon, 2 tone beige/ gold. Another was the 56 Belair 2 tone turquoise and white wagon. Dad's 2nd wife had a 59 gold Pontiac wagon. Mom had a 59 Rambler 2 tone pink wagon. She later had a 62 white Caddy. My first car was a 67 Pontiac Catalina, in metallic blue. Stepmother later had a 75 Emerald green Eldo, and you didn't drive that thing. You navigated it. I used to joke that it came with a couple VW bugs, as "tugboats," to get it out of the driveway.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk 9 місяців тому

Wow...what a great memory you shared! Thanks and you sure had some fun cars to grow up with. Definitely a wagon family! Keep watching - the part two is coming up soon!

@Bobbychildree Рік тому

Well done, and thanks! My favorites from the 50’s were the ‘55 and ‘59 Oldsmobiles. The ‘52 Mercury convertible was an amazing car also. No other decade can compare!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

Thanks Bobby and so glad you joined in the fun! Keep watching!

@neolithicnobody8184 Рік тому

Your #2 is my #1, specifically the 57. First model with Fuel Injection and the first to match Cubic Inch with Horsepower with the 283 V8 engine. I like the single headlight over the dual, smoother feature in my opinion. My #2 would be the 59 Chevy Impala. I don't know, maybe it was the big fins. lol I always felt they had beautiful features. My #3 would be the 58 Chevy Apache 4WD. I once knew someone who had one as a Tow Truck and I got to drive it a few times. I instantly fell in love with it. A True solid Brute for the era.

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

You have a nice top three there! Love to hear what others would put on this list. Thanks for watching and commenting!

@neolithicnobody8184 Рік тому

@@IfThisCarCouldTalk I have to admit, from the 50s on, I prefer GM products. However, from the 40s back, I like a lot of the Fords and Dodges. At least when it comes to the styling. I've always fancied a mid 40s model Zephyr. 😍

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Рік тому

My Dad had a beautiful 1940 Lincoln Zephyr when I was a kid. Sure would love to have that now!

@johnmaki3046 Рік тому

I LOVED the MoPars of that era! I owned a BADLY BEATEN ($35 in '74) '60 Dodge Phoenix 4 dr. hdtp.! It could hardly still move, BUT WHAT A TOTALLY CLASSY RIDE! This was WELL-MADE ALSO! If I would have had ANY real ca$h back then, I would have ACTUALLY OWNED A CLASSIC "CRUISER"!

@georgeursitti6549 Місяць тому

Nothing prettier than a 55 Mercury Sun Valley glass top!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Місяць тому

You got that right!

@Kalamabbfan Місяць тому

Great video. A couple of personal comments. I remember the day my Dad brought home a brand new 1954 Buick, much to the surprise to my mother. He had traded in our 1949 Chevy. I can remember sitting on a rolled up sleeping bag in the center of the front seat watching out of the windshield as we took trips. Also, in about 1960 my Dad bought a used 1955 Ford. It was not getting the fuel mileage he expected, so he took it to his mechanic to see if he could do something to improve the mileage. When we picked up the car, Mr Kalesse (the mechanic) told him that what he was getting was probably about right because he had a '57 T-Bird Special engine, with "dual down-draft carberators". When I got my license, boy did I have fun!!!!

@IfThisCarCouldTalk Місяць тому

Thanks for watching and sharing your memories! We appreciate it - keep watching!