1959

The Austin Healey 3000 was introduced in 1959. The 2912 cc engine produced 132 hp which was later increased to 150 hp.

1959 Austin Healey 3000 Mk 1: 2-seater

1959 Austin Healey 3000 Mk 1: 4-seater

1959 Austin Healey 3000 Mk 1: 2 and 4 seater models

Aronde P60 (1959-1963)

Skoda Octavia 1959-1964

According to a 1959 factory press release, the Octavia was based mechanically on the 440. "It gains admiration at the first glance, due to its classical, purposeful elegance, that has nothing in common with the different extravagances of fashion, that try to attract attention at all costs." Remember: this is about the time the Mini was introduced!

Oldsmobile 1959-1960

Obviously major styling changes for 1959

Opel Kapitän 1959-1963

Again a new design. This model, also known as the P-LV, was larger than its predecessor. It still had the panorama-style windscreen, but the completely redesigned rear and lower grille gave the new Kapitän a distinctive appearance.

When production ceased in December 1963 145.616 units had been manufactured.

Floride & Caravelle 1959-1968

NSU Sport Prinz

The Sport Prinz was designed at Bertone studios by Franco Scaglione

Ford Taunus 12M 1959-1962

In 1959 the globe in the centre of the grille had made way for more modern syling, although technically all remained the same.

The '59 Diplomat was powered by the "Golden Commando" 5.9 litre V8 engine, but a 'small' 3.7-litre 6 cylinder was also available. The fins were impressive, but nothing compared with the 1960 models.