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1960 marked the final production year for General Motor's Sedan Delivery. Starting in 1949, they slowly grew in popularity for being a dependable work vehicle until the late 1950's when other, more efficient vehicles took their place. The Sedan Deliverys offered plenty of storage space since they removed all but the drivers seat. Additionally, businesses would use them as their own mobile billboard since the rear side glass was replaced with metal panels in order to paint the company's information. As a work vehicle, they received more abuse than the typical passenger car, making it extremely difficult to find good quality used parts.

In most states you have several options for what will adorn that significant rectangular area on the back of your car. Besides your basic county-issued plate, or the "been there, done that" vanity plate, you could also purchase a YOM plate, otherwise known as a Year of Manufacture plate.

In this special 40th Anniversary issue we’re featuring some of our all-time favorite 1959 photos. We hope you will enjoy looking back 40 years, to 1959!

“Quick, over here, I want my picture inside this sweet Corvette!” “Let’s go see the Lamborghini!” “Look at that awesome Camaro!” “Hey, I haven’t gotten my picture yet!” “Is that a classic Impala?” “Come on, there’s more cars over there!” The boys were calling to me from all directions! And what got them so excited? Father’s Day, of course! Well, not just any Father’s Day. This year for Father’s Day I attended a car show with a large group including 3 car-enthusiast young boys aged 7, 10, and 13.

“Longer, lower, and wider” the ’59 leaped into the world of innovative cars. It was considered a complete renovation from the 1958 Impala. There were certain characteristics that remained the same, but the overall appearance had undergone a complete make-over. Well, in both instances, you encountered an Impala. Yes, the unequaled Chevy Impala is named after the swift Impala antelope of the African Savannas.

OLD ARRIVALS 

A little blog about a big engine!

An update on the new expansions to SEC!

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