Bumper Collection (#4)

Historic Old Route 66 passed through Petrified Forest National Park, AZ

Hood of 1950s purple Cadillac

Maserati Sports Car Bumper, Paris Motor Show
The bumper of an Italian Maserati sports car at the Paris Motor Show. Original Publication: Picture Post - 8703 - Fashion Kings Of The Car World - pub. 1956 (Photo by Thurston Hopkins/Getty Images)

Plastic Bumper
15th October 1956: A close-up of a Plexiglass bumper on a Nash Palm Beach, at the Farina works in Italy. Original Publication: Picture Post - 8703 - Fashion Kings Of The Car World - pub

British Tommy shaves against armoured train - WWI
British Tommy shaves, his small mirror propped up on the bumper of an armoured train - WWI. Date: circa 1915

Peterbilt 6x4 semi tracter unit with a twin axle box trailer in the Blue Mountains above Collingwood, Ontario

A 6 x4 western star tractor unit parked on the owners front drive in rural Ontario Canada

White MACK 6 x4 day cab tractor unit with a white box semi (articulated) trailer

Floating buoys create a maze pattern as they float in the waters of the Seattle waterfront

USA, Alaska, Kodiak, Bumper on a Fishing Boat in St. Paul Harbor

Custom Royal
The front bumper of the American 56 Dodge Custom Royal at the Paris Motor Show. Original Publication: Picture Post - 8714 - Cars For 1957 - pub. 1956 (Photo by Thurston Hopkins/Getty Images)

Tail Lights
The rear lights and bumper of a 56 Dodge Custom Royal at the Paris Motor Show. Original Publication: Picture Post - 8714 - Cars For 1957 - pub. 1956 (Photo by Thurston Hopkins/Getty Images)

Front view of 1930s car
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1930s: Close-up of front end of 1936 Ford V-8. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Wedding "celebration"- September 1947
Wedding guest ties two dustbin lids and shoes to the rear of the going-away car, while two other guests look on - not much chance of an inconspicuous departure then

Maserati Ghibli, 1969, White
Maserati Ghibli 1969 White

View of the Golden Gate Bridge and the Marin Headlands from San Francisco

Cienfuegos, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

A wagon laden with remarkable giant cabbages
Giant Cabbages - freshly picked..... Possibly a bit of creative photography, although you never know....! Date: 1910

Son of white migrant sitting on bumper of their truck, Weslaco, Texas. Notice New Mexico license. Date 1939 Jan

Giant Cabbages
A bumper crop of giant cabbages, long before the days of genetic modification. Date: early 1930s

Chandler Motor Company Car in the Mountains
Advertisement for The Chandler Motor Company (a US vehicle manufacturer), depicting one of their sedan cars in the mountains. Date: 1928

Electric cars. Reva is Indias first electric car. It was launched in 2001 in Bangalore in southern India. A fully charged battery gives a driving range of 80 kilometres

HSV Clubsport 317 LS3 R8

MG MGB GT Britain

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"Bumper: A Journey Through Automotive History" Step into the world of automobiles with a glimpse at some iconic bumpers that have left their mark on history. From the sleek MG B Roadster in Britain to the captivating Buick Advertisement of 1929, these cars have become symbols of style and innovation. In the heart of Britain, the MG SA stands tall as a testament to British engineering excellence. Its elegant design and powerful performance make it an unforgettable sight on any road. And who can forget the timeless charm of the MG MGB Roadster? This classic beauty has captured hearts for generations with its quintessential British flair. Across the Atlantic, American muscle takes center stage with gems like the mighty Buick Special. With its bold presence and roaring engine, this car embodies everything that makes American automobiles legendary. Meanwhile, a head-on view of a traffic jam reminds us how bumper-to-bumper moments are an inevitable part of our daily lives. The OIL CRISIS in 1979 brought about significant changes in our relationship with cars. As lines formed at gas stations across Maryland, people anxiously awaited their turn to fill up their tanks amidst fuel shortages. Warren K. Leffler's photograph serves as a stark reminder of how external factors can impact our mobility. Traveling further south brings us to Miami Beach's South Beach where a stunning 1956 Buick Convertible basks under Florida's sun-soaked skies. Its vibrant colors and retro allure transport us back to an era filled with glamour and excitement. Venturing beyond borders, we find ourselves in Havana, Cuba where restored classic American cars proudly roam the streets outside The Capitilio building. These vintage vehicles serve as living testaments to Cuba's rich automotive heritage while adding undeniable charm to every corner they grace. Finally, we encounter luxury personified through Mercedes-Benz's exquisite creation -the 280 SE 5 Cabriolet finished in resplendent gold.