With its snazzy grille, sleek shape, and V8 engine, the 1960 Pontiac Catalina was a beauty then and now. The aqua Catalina in the above photo was spotted in Greensboro a couple of weeks ago. We stopped by the Red Collection Consignment Furniture Store at the corner of Patterson Street and South Holden Road and this car stood out like a turquoise nugget in a sea of gravel. It had a classic car license plate and, the funny part was in the back windshield on the driver's side-- an of-the-same-vintage Gumby and Pokey were perched waving to onlookers. If you squint, you can see Gumby in all of his glory.
We're sharing this photo with the Weekend Reflection folks. From the bumper to the hub caps to the hood to the windshield, this vehicle is one big, mobile reflection!
Wow! What a cool car. I love, love, love that color!
Posted by: hip chick | Saturday, June 12, 2010 at 07:01 AM
I wouldn't mind a "joy ride" around town in that beauty! Even without license plates!
Posted by: leif hagen | Saturday, June 12, 2010 at 08:45 AM
so shiny & beautiful in every way! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Lily | Saturday, June 12, 2010 at 10:29 AM
Great car and I love that color. I don't know if I could live w/o an AC in the car. I guess you can retro-fit these old cars with modern amenities, but then you take away the charm.
I have a co-worker who travels alot for her job and she takes a Gumby doll with her to photograph in front of iconic structures, etc.
Have a great weekend, B
Posted by: barbara farr | Saturday, June 12, 2010 at 10:56 AM
What a great car. It looks like very neat. Great shot.
Posted by: Steffen | Saturday, June 12, 2010 at 11:08 AM
Cool car.
Posted by: J Bar | Sunday, June 13, 2010 at 09:29 AM
That is a beauty. We had a 57 Olds 4-dr hardtop that was a jewel, too. Those were real cars!
Posted by: Jacob | Sunday, June 13, 2010 at 02:58 PM