Growing up in the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s saw the
development of extensive prosperity, of previously unknown luxury, and a
level of frivolity that the previous generation never knew. Television,
expansion into the suburbs, and the rapid growth of automobiles all led to
a development boom that people had never experienced. Combine this with
automotive growth, hot rodding, car shows, kids playing with toy cars and
building models, and you have the elements necessary to create the show
rod craze that proliferated in America during the 1960s and 1970s A
complement to author Scotty Gosson?s previous title, America?s Wildest
Show Rods of the 1960s & 1970s, this all-new book covers what was often
the inspiration for all those crazy show rods, the model kits themselves.
Viewed from a collector?s standpoint rather than a builder?s point of
view, all of the coolest and wildest kits are featured. Kits including the
Red Baron, Li?l Coffin, Mysterion, Uncertain-T, Batmobile, and many more
are featured from manufacturers such as Monogram, AMT, Revell, and MPC.
Interviews and insights from the designers, the car builders, and the
corporate suits provide a unique behind-the-scenes insight into not only
what enthusiasts were demanding, but also themethods and marketing savvy
that made it all happen.
Author Gosson?s entertaining prose, unique
perspective, diligent research, and color photography throughout make
this book essential for show rod enthusiasts
? Millions of baby boomers built these models and
saw these cars in their youth. The cars are now making a comeback on
show circuits
? This is the first-ever book to cover the show
rod model subject exclusively
? Includes lists and estimated values of the many
popular kits. Covers the hobby from both the business and enthusiast
perspective.
