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Going Topless in Style: The American Convertible - 04/28/07

Explores and illustrates the development of American convertibles of all eras and why the body type has become so intimately associated with Southern California.

More than almost anywhere else in the world, Southern Californai has become known for being home to a large number of motorists who drive convertibles. The area's mild climate, large network of roads and proximity to scenic destinations contribute to their desirability and perpetuate the mystique. But the most popular reasons for our collective preference for such blatantly impractical cars are intangible. Whether old or new, convertibles confer upon their drivers and kind of glamour and excitement not available with the family sedan

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March 31, 2007 through October 7, 2007, Grand Salon

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