We spent the better part of last Saturday at The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan. The museum is dedicated to American ideas and innovations. We loved looking at the old cars -- today's don't hold a candle to their style. What we really loved, though, was the tour of the Rouge Factory where F-150 trucks are assembled. We could have spent all day peering over the railing. Unfortunately, no cameras were allowed, so you'll just have to go there yourself to see the magic happen. The employees all seemed very happy. I decided this meant that you could count on the quality of these trucks. When I mentioned this to the Cap'n he pointed out that a Saturday shift brings time and a half. Of course they were happy!! But, I also think the trucks are top notch.
Meanwhile, here are some pics from the museum:
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| President Eisenhower's Bubble Top Car |
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| FDR's Presidential Car -- designed to get him in and out easily, but it looks awkward to me |
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| Two Classics from 1957 |
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| The much maligned Edsel. Detractors said the grill looked like a Buick eating a lemon. I like it. |
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| I think our Loop experience is the same: :to meet people, listen to yarns and feel the seasons change." |
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| There were only 6 Bugatti's built. Built: 1931. Price: $43,000! |
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| The Pierce Arrow, built in Buffalo, NY, details below |
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| Personally, I think 1956 products stand out....like this T-Bird |
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