JUL 1962 Car Life Studebaker Avanti Royal Bobcat Pontiac Buick Thunderbird Steam

$44 · Offered by eBay

For sale is a vintage July 1962 issue of Car Life magazine, approximately 8.25" x 11". This collector's edition features the landmark introduction of the Studebaker Avanti on the cover. High-performance highlights include a detailed road test of the 370-bhp Royal Bobcat Pontiac by Ace Wilson's Royal Pontiac and the debut of the Buick Wildcat. Technical enthusiasts will find extensive coverage on steam power, featuring the Paxton Steam Car prototype by McCulloch and the classic Doble Series E. Additional road tests cover the Ford Thunderbird Sports Roadster and Dodge Custom 880. Historical racing fans can explore a profile on Roscoe Sarles and the 1919 Santa Monica Gold Cup race. Technical articles dive into the Cadillac and Oldsmobile V-8 horsepower race and the Willys overhead cam Jeep engine. It includes a preview of the Corvair Monza Sebring Spyder. Locations mentioned include Detroit, Michigan; Santa Monica, California; and Newport Beach, California. Notable names featured include John R. Bond, Jim Wangers, and Roger Huntington. View all photos for details on condition. If you have any questions or need to verify condition, message me. Date is approximate. Shipped FAST and Safe! To order multiple items with combined shipping, send me an offer for each item. When I accept them, I will update the shipping costs before you pay. If you overpay, remind me and I will refund you the difference. See my feedback to purchase with confidence! Please contact me with any issues prior

• Year: 1962
• Condition: Fair

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