Dr. Simeone discussed how Germany always produces at least one great race car every decade. The National favorites from the 1920s, 1930s, 1950s, and 1970s were featured in this Demo Day Event. They were all great international winners of their time. 1927 Mercedes Benz S-Type Sportwagen, the brainchild of Ferdinand Porsche while he was working… Continue reading Der Beste Von Deutschland
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Simeone Museum Demo Day: Form Follows Function, How Tech Drives Beauty
Dr. Simeone discussed how every year, a radical design seems to evolve, not just from the search for beauty, but because certain factors of performance dictate the design. Several leading examples from 1909 through 1974 were discussed: 1909 American Underslung Traveler 1956 Mercedes 300SL Gullwing 1957 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa 1970 Plymouth Superbird and a… Continue reading Simeone Museum Demo Day: Form Follows Function, How Tech Drives Beauty
Racing Legends: When NASCAR was for real stock cars
The Simeone Foundation Museum demonstrated five legendary NASCARs in Philadelphia, PA, three of which were captured in images: 1963 Chevrolet Impala “Mystery Motor” ex Junior Johnson1969 Pontiac Grand Prix “PEPSI” ex Roy Tyner.1938 Ford Louis Smith Replica1953 Hudson Hornet “Satan of Morimar”1970 Plymouth Road Runner Superbird