1966 Ford Taxicabs, August 1965
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In this brochure, Ford Motor Company showcased its 1966 models available for taxicab service. The booklet emphasized roomy interiors, spacious trunks and heavy-duty components that appealed to taxi operators, drivers and customers alike. Competition from major automakers like Ford ultimately pushed specialist taxi manufacturers like Checker Motors Corporation out of business.
In this brochure, Ford Motor Company showcased its 1966 models available for taxicab service. The booklet emphasized roomy interiors, spacious trunks and heavy-duty components that appealed to taxi operators, drivers and customers alike. Competition from major automakers like Ford ultimately pushed specialist taxi manufacturers like Checker Motors Corporation out of business.
Artifact
Trade catalog
Date Made
August 1965
Subject Date
1966
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
96.0.83.6
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 8.563 in
Width: 11 in
Depth: .063 in
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