1950 Crosley Super Wagon

Crosley built its minicars for what it termed "the forgotten man" - those who shunned the bigger-is-better trend of U.S. automobiles. And for a brief time, the independent company trod its own path by producing very small sedans, wagons, convertibles, and even sports cars. These little cars are unique and many well-known people such as Dwight Eisenhower, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Nelson Rockefeller were owners of Crosley cars.

The company was founded in 1939 and resumed production after World War II in

1949. But apparently there were not enough forgotten men (or women) to sustain the breed, and Crosley shut down in 1952 after producing only about 77,000 vehicles.

In the post-war period, station wagons had emerged as a growing market segment and Crosley produced the first Super Wagon in 1949. The stylish wagon could be ordered with two-toned interiors, chrome trim and optional features - winning the hearts and frugal wallets of many cost-conscious middle-class suburbanites. Between 1949 and 1952, the Super Wagon was Crosley's top selling model.