American Cars, 1960-1965: Every Model, Year by Year

The automotive industry underwent great change in the 1960s, characterized by market consolidation, the proliferation of sizes and nameplates, and the need for speed. This is an exhaustive reference work to American-made cars of model years 1960-1965, providing yearly updates on each make's status and production figures, as well as model listings, assembly plant locations, and historical overviews.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 277 pages
Publication date: 31 July 2023
Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc

The automotive industry experienced a significant transformation during the 1960s, marked by a trend towards market consolidation, an abundance of vehicle sizes and nameplates, and a growing demand for speed. This era, often referred to as the muscle car era, showcased a remarkable shift in automotive technology and design.

This comprehensive reference work serves as an invaluable resource for enthusiasts and collectors of American-made cars from model years 1960 to 1965. Organized chronologically by year, it offers a yearly update on the status and production figures of each make. Furthermore, it provides detailed information on all models offered during that year, encompassing available body styles, base prices, engine and transmission options, power ratings, standard equipment, major options, their prices, curb weight, dimensions (interior and exterior), paint color choices, changes from the previous year's model, and sales figures. Additionally, the book includes assembly plant locations and historical overviews of each model nameplate, providing a deep insight into the evolution and significance of these iconic automobiles.

The 1960s witnessed a remarkable era in automotive history, marked by the convergence of technological advancements and consumer preferences. The muscle car era, in particular, symbolized a bold and audacious approach to car design, blending power, performance, and style into a thrilling package. These vehicles not only appealed to drivers seeking exhilaration but also played a significant role in shaping the automotive industry's future.

The automotive industry underwent great change in the 1960s. The continuing trend toward market consolidation,the proliferation of sizes and nameplates,and the need for speed characterized this period,loosely labeled as the muscle car era.

This is an exhaustive reference work to American made cars of model years 1960-1965. Organized by year (and summarizing the market annually),it provides a yearly update on each make s status and production figures,then details all models offered for that year.

Model listings include available body styles,base prices,engine and transmission choices,power ratings,standard equipment,major options and their prices,curb weight and dimensions (interior and exterior),paint color choices,changes from the previous year s model,and sales figures. Also given are assembly plant locations and historical overviews of each model nameplate.

The automotive industry experienced a significant transformation during the 1960s, marked by a trend towards market consolidation, an abundance of vehicle sizes and nameplates, and a growing demand for speed. This era, often referred to as the muscle car era, showcased a remarkable shift in automotive technology and design.

This comprehensive reference work serves as an invaluable resource for enthusiasts and collectors of American-made cars from model years 1960 to 1965. Organized chronologically by year, it offers a yearly update on the status and production figures of each make. Furthermore, it provides detailed information on all models offered during that year, encompassing available body styles, base prices, engine and transmission options, power ratings, standard equipment, major options, their prices, curb weight, dimensions (interior and exterior), paint color choices, changes from the previous year's model, and sales figures. Additionally, the book includes assembly plant locations and historical overviews of each model nameplate, providing a deep insight into the evolution and significance of these iconic automobiles.

The 1960s witnessed a remarkable era in automotive history, marked by the convergence of technological advancements and consumer preferences. The muscle car era, in particular, symbolized a bold and audacious approach to car design, blending power, performance, and style into a thrilling package. These vehicles not only appealed to drivers seeking exhilaration but also played a significant role in shaping the automotive industry's future.

Weight: 333g
Dimension: 279 x 216 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781476683713