Concept Cars & Prototypes from 1956

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1956 Fiat Abarth 750 Record by Bertone

The 1956 Abarth Record, a creation by Bertone and designed by Franco Scaglione, stands as a testament to the exceptional engineering and...

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1954-1971 VW-Porsche Escher Kleinbahn

The VW-Porsche Escher Kleinbahn was a series of small trains produced from 1954 to 1971 for use in parks and botanical gardens. These...

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1956 Dual-Ghia Convertible by Ghia

The 1956 Dual-Ghia Convertible (Ghia) is a rare and stunning example of automotive design and engineering. It was a joint venture between...

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1956 Moskvitch G2

The 1956 Moskvich G2, initially a modified G1 car with a streamlined aluminum body, was built for speed records. In the late 1950s, it...

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1956 ZIS-112/3

In 1956, the third iteration of the ZIS-112, sharing the chassis with the ZIS-112/2, emerged as a remarkable engineering feat....

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1956 Astra-Gnome 'Time & Space Car' Concept by Richard Arbib

Concept cars often stand out as visionary glimpses into the future. The Astra-Gnome, a concept car designed by the prominent industrial...

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1956 Pontiac Club de Mer Concept

Step back in time to the 1956 GM Motorama, where a stunning show car took center stage and left everyone in awe. The Pontiac Club de Mer,...

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1956 Chrysler Plainsman Concept by Ghia

Step back in time to January 1956, at the Chicago Auto Show, where Chrysler Corporation wowed the world with a visionary creation - the...

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1956 Packard Predictor Concept by Ghia

In the vibrant era of the 1950s, automotive companies were competing to create the most futuristic and captivating concept cars. One such...

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1956 Oldsmobile Golden Rocket Concept

Imagine the excitement of the 1956 General Motors Motorama, where visitors gazed in awe at a gleaming gold-colored 2-passenger car styled...

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1956 Viberti “Golden Dolphin”

In the world of transportation innovation, some prototypes stand out as bold visions of the future, even if they never become a reality....

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1956 Mercury XM-Turnpike Cruiser Concept

The 1956 Mercury XM Turnpike Cruiser stands as one of Mercury's most iconic concept cars. It embodied the elegance and unique styling of...

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1956 GM XP-500 Concept

In 1956, General Motors made a groundbreaking achievement in automotive engineering with the introduction of the XP-500, the world's...

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1956 GM Firebird II Concept

The GM Firebird II, introduced in 1956, was a groundbreaking experimental car that showcased advancements in gas turbine technology....

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1956 Ford Thunderbird Mexico Concept

The 1956 Ford Thunderbird Mexico holds a significant place in automotive history, despite never making it to a full-scale model. Designed...

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1956 Fiat 1100 TV Coupé by Boano

The 1956 Fiat 1100 TV Coupé (Boano) is a classic Italian car that is highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike. This...

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1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica by Ghia

The 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (Ghia) is a true masterpiece of automotive design and engineering, and a testament to the passion and...

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1956 Ferrari 250 GT Berlina by Zagato

The 1956 Ferrari 250 GT Berlina (Zagato) is a unique piece of automotive history that blends style and performance into a beautiful...

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1956 Citroen C-10 Coccinelle Concept

The Citroen C-10 Coccinelle is a French car that was produced between 1953 and 1957. It was part of the 2CV series, which included some...

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1956 Chrysler Special K300 by Ghia

The 1956 Chrysler Special K300 (Ghia) is a unique and rare car that was designed by Ghia, an Italian coachbuilding company. This car was...

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1956 Chrysler Norseman Concept by Ghia

The 1956 Chrysler Norseman was a one-of-a-kind concept car that never made it into production due to a tragic accident that occurred...

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1956 Chrysler Dart Concept by Ghia

In the mid-1950s, the American automobile industry was in the midst of a golden age. The post-war boom had created a demand for big, bold...

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1956 Chevrolet SR-2 Concept

The 1956 Chevrolet SR-2 concept was a stunning race car Chevrolet developed to compete in sports car racing. It was a collaboration...

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