About this episode
Exploring the intriguing world of orphan cars, this episode delves into what defines an orphan car and the history behind many defunct automobile manufacturers. Host Scott Benjamin discusses notable examples, including Tucker and LaSalle, and the complexities of categorizing vehicles based on their parent companies' statuses. The conversation also highlights the annual orphan car show in Michigan, celebrating these unique vehicles. Listeners will gain insights into the nuances of orphan car definitions and the rich history of American automotive brands that have faded away.
What’s an orphan car? It’s a car whose parent company is defunct…out of business…no longer building cars. And while there is some confusion over the definition of what makes a car a “true” orphan car, the owners of those cars remain proud of their vehicles. In fact, there are even car shows that showcase these left-behind makes and models.
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Ford Falcon
"...nd Nash and Hudson. And you might even see a Ford Falcon or something like that there. Again, knowing that..."
Jeep Willys
"...we talked about how Hudson's and Stoodabegers and Willys and other orphan cars were always kind of oversha..."
Ford Mustang
"...nd you know, the ones that were up front were the Mustangs, the Corvettes, and the Chevy's, and all the typi..."
Chevrolet Corvette
"...he ones that were up front were the Mustangs, the Corvettes, and the Chevy's, and all the typical cars you wo..."
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