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Carthropology seeks to highlight the role and significance of the automobile in our culture, lifestyle and history.
The high spirited Avanti "Power-Shift" Transmission.
The 1963 Avanti had an optional transmission choice: The "Power-Shift".
Although not a stick shift. This mode allowed the driver to control shifts within a wide range of RPMs. There were no computers governing the choices and overriding the driver's selection. This made for an exciting and more spirited driving experience. It is a little celebrated feature that is one of the best options on the Avanti R-2.
Although not a stick shift. This mode allowed the driver to control shifts within a wide range of RPMs. There were no computers governing the choices and overriding the driver's selection. This made for an exciting and more spirited driving experience. It is a little celebrated feature that is one of the best options on the Avanti R-2.
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The Avanti R2: A svelte Grand Tourer? Or a rambunctious supercharged rocket?
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A little appreciated feature of the 1963 Avanti R2 was the "Power-Shift transmission. It was a feature that took the sedate (almost sluggish) automatic transmission to an alternative mode. Allowing the driver to accelerate hard and fast. This feature, coupled with the Supercharged R2 gave the car a dual personality. One well mannered and sedate. The other, powerful, quick and rambunctious.
The Outrageously over engineered 1967 Cadillac Eldorado.
Просмотров 91 тыс.Месяц назад
Carthropology does an in depth report on the innovative and stylish 1967 Cadillac Eldorado. We explore this early "Personal luxury Coupe". A new category of automobile at the time. We discuss the history of GM's Styling directors: Harley Earl and Bill Mitchell and their different visions of automobile design. Many other luxury and engineering highlights from Variable Ratio steering to hidden he...
All About the Nissan Figaro in under 2 minutes!
Просмотров 695Месяц назад
Carthropology does a compact report on the lovable, one of a kind Nissan Figaro. An astounding car that was built for only one year but which has spawned a cult of Figaro lovers for over 30 years... Find out why!
The Impossible to drive Porsche 911. EXCLUSIVE.
Просмотров 105Месяц назад
Carthropology finds a town in Austria where undrivable Porsches are found all over the place. We discover who is responsible and search for them with mixed results.
The Most unusual cars in London England at night. FEATURE REPORT.
Просмотров 2512 месяца назад
Carthropology goes on the hunt for the most unusual Daily drivers in London England. We find some of the most interesting ones after dark. Parked by restaurants and clubs. See some of these automobiles that are seldom seen in the US.
The Sportiest Microcar. MICROREPORT.
Просмотров 1042 месяца назад
We found a fun, sporty Microcar in Europe. It didn't require a license. It was equipped like a much larger car. We talked to the 16 year old owner and learned some surprising facts.
The undriveable Porsche. EXCLUSIVE.
Просмотров 713 месяца назад
Carthropology reports on a work of art that hides in plain view... until you attempt to touch it. What appears to be fabric, rubber and sexy contoured steel suddenly shocks the passerby as a rough, pitted and immovable block of concrete. Carthropology is assisted by a helpful museum docent who leads us on a search for another Porsche sculpture in town... with a surprise ending.
1967 British Sunbeam Alpine Sports Car. The Tiger’s little brother. FEATURE REPORT.
Просмотров 4,9 тыс.Год назад
Carthropology reports on the place of the automobile in our society, lifestyle and culture. The history of the automobile in its larger context of how people live and shape their lives around the car. Other aspects of transportation are covered too.
The incredible, ahead of its time, AMC Eagle 4 wheel drive wagon. FEATURE REPORT.
Просмотров 7 тыс.2 года назад
Carthropology interviews an owner of a 1984, 4 wheel drive AMC Eagle station wagon. This "survivor" is the car of choice for Tim, a ski instructor in Sun Valley, who travels everyday to the snowy ski slopes in Idaho. With the benefit of hindsight, one is surprised how well outfitted, comfortable and road worthy Tim's car is. The car, almost 30 years old, anticipates todays car market. A market ...
The only Jaguar V12 driven daily in New York City. How does he do it? FEATURE REPORT.
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Enzo Ferrari declared it “The most beautiful car in the world”. Carthropology reports on the iconic Jaguar XKE. Not one coddled in a private collection or a museum, but one that is still a daily driver... by an owner who bought it new 48 years ago. At the moment this report was made, "Automania" an art exhibit on the automobile was displaying a similar XKE at the MOMA. An iconic automobile for ...
The Amazing Cars of the Fisher Body Craftsman's Guild. Part II. EXCLUSIVE HISTORIC REVIEW
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.3 года назад
This is Part II of an overview of the Fisher Body Craftsman's Guild Design Contest that was sponsored by GM for almost 4o years. Like Part I, this video contains exciting one of a kind imagery of these cars in locations and situations created exclusively for this report. This episode begins with highlights of the show, a short contextual history of the reason there was so much excitement about ...
All about the Nissan Figaro in 90 seconds.. MICROREPORT.
Просмотров 3923 года назад
A Rare US version of the Nissan Figaro spotted in Florida. This sighting allows Carthropology to introduce viewers to this unusual Japanese car that was in such demand... It had to be sold through a lottery! The car looks like something lifted from a Disney Cartoon, but it is packed with serious big car amenities. If you haven't seen this car, you will be delighted!
The Amazing Cars of the Fisher Body Craftsman's Guild. Part I. EXCLUSIVE HISTORIC REVIEW.
Просмотров 2,6 тыс.3 года назад
Carthropology does a multi part feature report on the Amazing cars of the Fisher Body Craftsman's Guild Competition. Literally Tens of thousand of futuristic car designs were built for this Mid Century Competition. This report shows many of these cars in a visual contexts never seen before. The visual renderings seen in this report took months to create and are exclusive to Carthropology. They ...
The newest Ferraris: Monza SPI & SPII. MICROREPORT.
Просмотров 1124 года назад
Ferrari is designing a whole new series of cars tailored to the well heeled collector and car enthusiast. This report introduces the "Icona" cars. The brand new Monza SPI and SPII. They are inspired by some of the most famous Ferraris ever made: the Barchettas and MMs that in the racing season of 1949, won so many races that Ferrari was ever draped in glory. These new cars have Ferraris biggest...
The sportiest Micro Car. MICRO REPORT
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The sportiest Micro Car. MICRO REPORT
A Kool set of Porsche Posters at JFK Airport: MICROREPORT.
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A Kool set of Porsche Posters at JFK Airport: MICROREPORT.
Porfirio Rubirosa’s. Mercedes 300. The playboy’s ultimate race car. FEATURE REPORT.
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Porfirio Rubirosa’s. Mercedes 300. The playboy’s ultimate race car. FEATURE REPORT.
Rare, early UNIMOG sighted on a street in Bavaria Germany. MICROREPORT.
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Rare, early UNIMOG sighted on a street in Bavaria Germany. MICROREPORT.
1974 Dino Ferrari GTS - Ferrari's Porsche 911. FEATURE REPORT
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1974 Dino Ferrari GTS - Ferrari's Porsche 911. FEATURE REPORT
INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW : CARTHROPOLOGY. SPECIAL REPORT
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INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW : CARTHROPOLOGY. SPECIAL REPORT
The new All-ELECTRIC RIVIAN R1T and R1S. Electric adventure vehicles. Watch out Tesla!
Просмотров 5225 лет назад
The new All-ELECTRIC RIVIAN R1T and R1S. Electric adventure vehicles. Watch out Tesla!
HBO's Deuce and "Picture Cars" FEATURE REPORT
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HBO's Deuce and "Picture Cars" FEATURE REPORT
1963 Corvette Stingray. FEATURE REPORT BY CARTHROPOLOGY
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1963 Corvette Stingray. FEATURE REPORT BY CARTHROPOLOGY
1963 Avanti is pushed hard at Sebring Raceway. MICRO REPORT
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1963 Avanti is pushed hard at Sebring Raceway. MICRO REPORT
Cadillac Eldorado- The first personal sized luxury Cadillac FEATURE REPORT -
Просмотров 63 тыс.5 лет назад
Cadillac Eldorado- The first personal sized luxury Cadillac FEATURE REPORT -
Datsun 1600 with customized Panasport wheel rims. - MICROREPORT
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Datsun 1600 with customized Panasport wheel rims. - MICROREPORT
Nissan Figaro on London Street. - MICROREPORT
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Nissan Figaro on London Street. - MICROREPORT
BUBBLE CAR SPOTTED! BMW ISETTA DAILY DRIVER ON STREET - MICROREPORT
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BUBBLE CAR SPOTTED! BMW ISETTA DAILY DRIVER ON STREET - MICROREPORT
A 1962 Cadillac had, automatic, headlight dimmer electric eye . It sat on the dash On the floor a button auto tune radio too
My Dad had one. This was after his Maserati Quatro Porte phase, a car that burned to the ground in our driveway!
Eldorado convertibles were amazing looking machines. If I ever get rich I'll be looking for one. I wonder if anyone ever got more than 10 mpg.
perfect example why caddies were one step abov lincolns
Is it for sale?
No. Though I did sell it and it is in private hands again.
You know of a nice example of a 67. Pls let me know
I believe it was also available with ABS and an airbag system, both as options. I remember seeing the maintenance details in a Chiltons or Motor repair manual from ‘67
George, I think ABS in Caddy's was introduced a bit later. Earliest is In 1971. But, If you're right, that would be amazing. Thanks for watching.
I recall when these came out- definitely the best looking cars on the road that year.
got one sitting in the driveway right now, next to an AMC Cherokee
Amazing they had high-beams figured out in 60's. What happened to today's cars/drivers
The 1967 Eldorado was so cool that it was chosen one of the original Hot Wheels!
GIGITTY!
I love this video! The car is exquisite! I see many similarities that were inherited by my 1968 LeSabre. But the script is right out of an adult movie from 1994.
Beautiful car!
'57 Imperial & '62 Lincoln would each run away and hide from the '67 Eldo with its utter junk sealed beams hiding in shame under 50 pounds of machinery. At least '57 Imperial & '62 Lincoln could take proper high intensity Euro-bulb replacements that made high speed on a country road safer. Hotrod Lincoln. Demo Derby Imperial. Eldo? Old Banker Buggy.
Alpine and Tiger were built on the Commercial Commer Cob van and Hillman Husky estate chassis and bulkhead which was a shorter wheelbase version of the Hillman Minx (Audax) . The sports car had extensive additional strengthening added to compensate for the removal of the roof
Cool looking, but at 18'5", who has the garage space? And parking this beast is fun. I've driven one.
While these cars do look nice, it’s worth noting that the first cars were SUVs.
Coolest Cadillac Ever ... ?
The largest wings and fins in automotive history were added under Bill Mitchell's guidance and leadership in 1959.
Cadillac Toronado
Eldornado?👍
In comparison to British automotive designs from the same era, this is a stunning vehicle. Stone-age blobs versus "cars of the future". But which ones are truly the most modestly functional and affordable?
The Cadillac Light Sentinel started in 1962.
I had one these back in the 70’s. I never thought much of it and rode it hard. I ended up entering it into a crash up derby and the guy said I shouldn’t enter my car cause it was nice. I didn’t care - I just wanted to drink beer and have a good time. My car wasn’t in too good a shape after that derby but I had a good time drinking beer and watching it die.
Ron, I have heard that these were choice cars for crash derby’s… word is they were tough. Maybe had something to do with the front wheel drive. Nevertheless , with the oil crisis around that time, a lot of these got crunched and turned into scrap metal.
One of the most stunning and clean design of the time. Not sure about being meant also to be a sporty car, the ride of these cars I heard is not that great, the rear suspension a bit of a let down. But it is an iconic car never the less. To my knowledge, the GMC's Mobile home used the Olds 455 front wheel drive power train.
copy of the olds toronado which was first in 1966
A magnificent American automobile, it has aged gracefully.
My Mom had a '73 Eldorado, red with a white landau half top, and red leather interior. It was a sweet sweet car.
When I see these monstrosities, I think they were designed by Exxon. Seriously, what were these "designers" thinking?
After all that, what is the engine size
429
Elegant sophistication built to last! Love it!! I realize that mpg is not relevant to the enjoyment of such a beauty, but I am very curious. What’s the mpg? 8?
Good guess! Of course, that’s when the wind is blowing from the back!
@@carthropology8318 Ha! Yes, and going downhill. Thanks for the reply. Wishing you many happy years and miles!
Compare to a Buick tornado, Pontiac gran prix
In a Mercedes trunk of the era, had a medical kit
Why was the switch-😮pitch transmission created
In 67 I wanna bet the Chrysler Newport had diamond cut crisp lines 1:19
The system to automatically dim the high beams (autronic eye) was actually introduced FIFTEEN years earlier in 1952, and the signal seeking radio was introduced even earlier, in 1951.
Tilt steering can be found on cars from the thirties, Cords had hidden headlights. Front wheel drive was “ de rigeur” on Citroens as was hydraulic suspension.
When GM really was the mark of excellence.
I simply love that brutalist style. The Lincoln Town Coupe, the Monaco, the Imperial... I was there and I know bloody full well what quantitatively horrid rattletraps they were, but damned if I don't just love that "Armored luxo-barge" look. You felt like the captain of a torpedo boat when you were at the helm of those things. And it really was boat-like. ZERO road-feel, smooth, slow, linear acceleration, smooth, slow, linear braking. Waterbed floaty suspension. They even had a burble-blurble boaty exhaust note. The 74 Lincoln Town Coupe in particular had a very "Atomic Submarine" vibe. Greenish gauges set in deep sockets, and a very weird/cool speedometer that looked like a reactor core temperature gauge. Not a needle. It was a solid red bar. Hard to describe. (It was a cylinder with a diagonal red stripe refracted through a thick half-cylinder prism to make it look more like a giant sideways thermometer. Coolest thing ever)
Love the descriptions! 👍
Remember going to the Cadillac dealer with my Dad to pick up his 68 Eldorado. Always loved that car. Don't know why I didn't get one until 3 years ago.
1967 was the first year of Cadillac's front wheel drive and it was the worse car I ever bought. I have had over 10 caddys in my life and I traded it back in to Peter Fuller's Cadillac in Boston three weeks after I took it off the showroom floor......Bad Bad design.. NEVER BUY THE FIRST YEAR OF A NEW IDEA FROM ANY CAR MANUFACTURER.....
Had one of these in1970.What a marvelous auto.Major style and faster than you would think
The '70 had 500 cubic inches under the hood.
I remember those cars, it was great.
A favorite of pimps that had them pimped out with furry seats, gansta white walls, diamond accent window, t.v. antenna...etc.
pimp-mobile
Cadillac forever.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
She's a beauty!
I slept in the back when my dad went to the horse races in LA. an absolute dream car. could still be built today if there weren't any greenies.
But why? It's a big floaty barge. I've driven one many times, as well as many other cars from the era. I learned to drive in a 69 Olds Ninety Eight coupe, which is just as huge as this monster, albeit, RWD. My S-Class Mercedes is 10 times the car, better ride, much better handling, much safer with AWD, traction control, ABS, 12 airbags, better fuel economy and actually luxurious inside, not faux luxury like a Caddy.
'67's are very specific.
Oh god how I hate all those insipid looking SUV's these days. Today's Cadillacs and Lincolns just are not inspiring. Now THIS is a land yacht.
If I could get it into my 4 car garage, I'd buy one.
It might fit sideways.
@6:12....the 1967 Ford Thunderbird, a much better looking fast coupe, had a tilt telescopic, and slide away, steering column. I owned one. A much more Buck Rogers interior as well.
These El Dorado's were really beautiful but i think the Toronado was a smidge better looking.
Toronado is a great, design. Love the rolling barrel speedometer.
Do a side by side on these two cars. 73’Monte carlo 67 Caddy diab