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Condition #1 vehicles are the best in the world. The visual image is of the best car, in the right colors, driving onto the lawn at the finest concours. Perfectly clean, the car has been groomed down to the tire treads. Painted and chromed surfaces are mirror-like. Dust and dirt are banned, and materials used are correct and superbly fitted. The one word description for #1 cars is "concours."
#2 cars could win a local or regional show. They can be former #1 cars that have been driven or have aged. Seasoned observers will have to look closely for flaws, but will be able to find some not seen by the general public. The paint, chrome, glass and interior will all appear as excellent. No excessive smoke will be seen on startup, no unusual noises will emanate from the engine compartment. The vehicle will drive as a new car of its era would. The one word description for #2 cars is "excellent."
#3 cars could possess some, but not all of the issues of a #4 car, but they will be balanced by other factors such as a fresh paint job or a new, correct interior. #3 cars drive and run well, but might have some incorrect parts. These cars are not used for daily transportation but are ready for a long tour without excuses, and the casual passerby will not find any visual flaws. "Good" is the one word description of a #3 car.
#4 cars are daily drivers, with flaws visible to the naked eye. The chrome might have pitting or scratches, the windshield might be chipped. Paintwork is imperfect, and perhaps the fender has a minor dent. The interior could have split seams or a cracked dash. No major parts are missing, but the wheels could differ from the originals, or the interior might not be stock. A #4 car can also be a deteriorated restoration. "Fair" is the one word that describes a #4 car.
By Hagerty January 13, 2012
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In the winter 2011/12 issue of Hagerty magazine, we highlighted the Cars of the Counterculture — those cars favored by a generation rebelling against hygiene, haircuts, and mom and dad. Volkswagen, Saab and even classic pickups spawned some of the most clever and iconic printed advertisements of all time. Here's a gallery of our favorites.
Bill Schroeder Albany, NY
Your "Advertisement Gallery: Cars of the Counterculture" is great. It brings back memories --- and to quote the Hershey Car Show "Remembering the Past" Oh, and your magazine is "First Class" as well......... I look forward to getting it
Max echoamber@yahoo.com
I thought youd like this?
Alex San francisco ca
I love your slide show would it be possible to e-mail it to me i would like to set it on my computeras a screen saver tahnk you AAlex
Richard Chandler Myrtle Beach SC
sounds good!
Howard Kilgore Kansas City, Mo/Kans
Your magazine is as good as any of the regular car magazines I subscribe to. (about 12 or so)
shawnschallenger wisconsin
Your magazine is great i look forward to it every month i read it cover to cover as soon as it arives. First class all the way keep them coming.