darth_linux
Well-Known Member
So I'm just kind of nerding out a little bit, looking at the evolution of the 65-68 Chrysler Grille style elements. Thought I'd post what I notice, and would love to hear your thoughts and comments as well.
65 - retains the trapezoidal shape in the center section, as seen on the '64 Newport, but headlights on 300 and NYer feature the glass cover and look "flush". Point of front fenders is softer, angled back.
66 - trapezoidal shape is still there, but much more subdued. Headlights are more "recessed". Point of front fenders is angled forward, giving illusion of motion
67 - trapezoidal shape is basically gone, now features a split grill look with protruding headlights, reminiscent of the 64 Imperial. Point of front fenders is straight up and down
68 - the grille now has a pronounced "beak" which would carry over into the fuselage bodies, headlights are more recessed, similar to the 66. Point of front fenders is almost gone, now nearly flush with hood.
These are just what I noticed. What do you notice? What are your thoughts on these changes from a design perspective?
65 - retains the trapezoidal shape in the center section, as seen on the '64 Newport, but headlights on 300 and NYer feature the glass cover and look "flush". Point of front fenders is softer, angled back.
66 - trapezoidal shape is still there, but much more subdued. Headlights are more "recessed". Point of front fenders is angled forward, giving illusion of motion
67 - trapezoidal shape is basically gone, now features a split grill look with protruding headlights, reminiscent of the 64 Imperial. Point of front fenders is straight up and down
68 - the grille now has a pronounced "beak" which would carry over into the fuselage bodies, headlights are more recessed, similar to the 66. Point of front fenders is almost gone, now nearly flush with hood.
These are just what I noticed. What do you notice? What are your thoughts on these changes from a design perspective?