The “concept car” matured in the 1950s and 1960s as a plethora of special models dotted the auto show landscape. Terms popularly applied prior to that era were “show car” or “special model.” In many cases, the idea was to check the potential sales waters by sticking a little toe-of-an-idea into the auto show pool and measure the temperate result. Did the eager car-buying mercury rise or fall with an innovative design?
Since the dawning of the auto age in the late 1800s, owners of cars have wanted theirs to look unique. Colors and fancy pinstripe detailing added glamour. Appointments in
