Description
Motor Trend Magazine – December 1949 – The Topper Car | No Label | Good Interior
This listing features the December 1949 issue of Motor Trend Magazine (Vol. 1, No. 4), an early edition from the first volume of one of America's most iconic automotive publications. A notable highlight of this issue is the feature on the "Topper Car," along with comprehensive coverage of small American cars, road trials, and custom designs that defined the era.
Condition:
This magazine is in acceptable condition overall, with a good interior. There are visible creases on the front cover along with marks both on the cover and throughout the interior pages. Additional signs of wear, including potential marks or small rips, may be present. Please refer to the provided photos for a clear representation of the item's condition. The item shown is the exact item you will receive.
All magazines are stored 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 fascinating glimpse into the post-war automotive culture and design thinking of the late 1940s—ideal for collectors, historians, or enthusiasts of classic automotive journalism.