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A vintage Cadillac in Victoria

The two pictures below show advertisements for cars that were found at the time in various magazines.

Old advertisement of a big american car
Old advertisement of a big american car
Old advertisement of a Pontiac Bonneville american car.
Old advertisement of a Pontiac Bonneville american car.

These old representations of a new car favored very bright colors to catch the reader’s eye and increase the chances of a sale. In the two photos above, red and orange are found on cars, buildings, dresses, faces, etc.

Vintage Cadillac parked in Victoria, British Columbia
Vintage Cadillac parked in Victoria, British Columbia

When I spotted this old Cadillac in 2018 in Victoria, British Columbia, the two previous photos came to mind. Again, several elements of the same red and orange colors are found in the photographic composition: the Cadillac, the motorcycle, the umbrellas, the post office box, the chairs and tables, and even part of the menu. It almost looks like an artificial set-up for an upcoming advertisement!

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Old cars in Quebec City (3 of 4)

A vintage Chevrolet Belair 1956 in Quebec City in 2022.
Une voiture de collection Chevrolet Belair 1956 à Québec en 2022.

At the 2022 Quebec City classic car show, the owner of the 1956 Chevrolet Belair above had the idea of including a tray with a meal and bill, as was done in those days. He could have filled his car with gas for the amount we pay today for the same meal and dessert.

Exhibition of antique cars in Quebec City. Chevrolet 1940 Coupe Special Deluxe 2 Doors.
Exhibition of antique cars in Quebec City. Chevrolet 1940 Coupe Special Deluxe 2 Doors.

A very nice retired teacher from Saguenay has owned this 1940 Chevrolet Coupe Special Deluxe 2 door for decades. Below, a close-up view showing the details of the wheels. The green color of the neighboring vehicle is reflected on the chrome.

Details of a Chevrolet 1940 Coupe Special Deluxe's wheel.
Details of a Chevrolet 1940 Coupe Special Deluxe’s wheel.

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Part 4 of 4 on the vintage cars following soon…