Description
Motor Trend Magazine – December 1949 – Phyllis Avedon Cover | No Label | Good Interior
Offered here is the December 1949 issue of Motor Trend Magazine (Vol. 1, No. 4), featuring Phyllis Avedon on the cover. As the final issue in the inaugural volume, this edition highlights the iconic Topper Car, American small cars, and the evolving trends in postwar automotive design and styling.
Condition:
This item is in acceptable condition, with a good interior. The front cover has visible creases, and there are marks both on the exterior and within the magazine. Additional signs of age-related wear, such as small rips or blemishes, may also be present. Please review all photos carefully—the item pictured is the exact one you will receive.
All magazines are shipped with a plastic protective covering. Combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents Include:
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How About a Road Race? – Editorial – p. 5
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Motor Trials – p. 6
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The Topper Car – p. 8
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American Small Cars – James E. Potter – p. 9
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Plymouth Tops the Stocks – p. 10
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Styled for Pleasure – p. 12
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Cars of Character – Griffith Borgeson – p. 13
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Custom Bodies – George Finneran – p. 14
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Restyling a ’41 Ford Convertible – p. 16
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Trends in Design – Austin M. Wolf – p. 17
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Trend of the Future – Col. Alexis de Sakhnoffsky – p. 18
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Duster Data – Tracy Gilpin – p. 20
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Motoring Showcase – p. 22
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Tendence Continentale – p. 24
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Styling Hints – p. 26
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Custom Creations – p. 32
This issue offers a compelling snapshot of late 1940s automotive journalism, combining design commentary, race coverage, and styling insights—making it a valuable addition to any early Motor Trend collection.