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A paperback book from 1955, COMPLETE 1955 ROAD TESTS. The book gives the specs and test results on the new models of every america car manufacturer. Has over 150 photos. Some of my favorites are Studebaker Comander, Nash Metropolitan, Ford T-bird, Kaiser Manhattan, & Kaiser Darren (never seen one before).
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Rocker, It looks as if your just in violation all over the board tonight, lol. Just dropped in to say Hello and hope you have a great Holiday weekend. Keep the faith
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