Karosse No. 14
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Tail Fins of 1959 Cadillac Series 60 Special Fleetwood
13 Nov 1982, USA --- This particular fin is as much an icon of the 1950s as Marilyn Monroe, but it is also a masterpiece of the metal bender's art. Notice the wonderful detailing: the intricate "bullet taillight" castings, the expressive chrome trim, and the perfectly integrated bumpers. This is part of the auto stylist's strategy: to attract the viewer with the overall bold design, and then "reward" them with delightful details. --- Image by © Car Culture/Corbis