1936 Chrysler Airflow

The Chrysler Airflow probably holds the unique distinction of being the first mass-produced streamlined car, introduced by the Chrysler Corporation in 1934. Extensive wind tunnel testing and increasing knowledge of aerodynamics meant the appropriately named Airflow sported a sleek, sloping front radiator grille, and inbuilt headlights – this at a time when practically all other cars sported a strong upright radiator grille and large mounted headlights. Deco touches abound all over the car, with fine wooden inlays on the dash, streamlined handles, bold patterns on the dash gauges and stark stylish typeface for the CHRYSLER lettering on the boot. While the car is today considered to be a pioneer, alas it was perhaps far ahead of its time and deemed a commercial failure. The car, seen here, dates to 1936, and has been recently very painstakingly and accurately restored in Mumbai, India.