HELLO FROM FRED & ETHEL'S HOUSE: 11/03/11

Thursday, November 3, 2011

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO. . . . . . . . KEN BERRY

Born in Moline, Illinois, on November 3, 1933, actor Ken Berry turns 78 years old today.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO. . . . . . . . LULU

Born Marie McDonald McLaughlin Lawrie in Lenoxtown, Scotland, on November 3, 1948, singer Lulu turns 63 years old today.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO. . . . . . . . KATHY KINNEY

Born in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, on November 3, 1954, actress Kathy Kinney turns 57 years old today.

'57 Chevy

The 1957 Chevrolet was introduced by the Chevrolet division of General Motors in September 1956. It was available in three series models: the upscale Bel Air, the mid-range "two-ten", and the "one-fifty". A two-door station wagon, the Nomad, was produced as a Bel Air model. An upscale trim option called the "Delray" was available for two-ten 2-door sedans. It is a popular and sought after classic car. These vehicles are often restored to their original condition and sometimes modified. The car's image has been frequently used in toys, graphics, music, movies and television. The '57 Chevy, as it is often known, is an auto icon. Initially, General Motors executives wanted an entirely new car for 1957, but production delays necessitated the 1955-56 design for one more year. Ed Cole, chief engineer for Chevrolet, dictated a series of changes that significantly increased the cost of the car. These changes included a new dashboard, sealed cowl, and the relocation of air ducts to the headlight pods, which resulted in the distinctive chrome headlight that helped make the '57 Chevy a classic. Fourteen-inch wheels replaced the fifteen-inch wheels from previous years to give the car a lower stance, and a wide grille was used to give the car a wider look from the front. The now famous '57 Chevy tailfins were designed to duplicate the wide look in the rear. Bel Air models were given gold trim: the grille, front fender chevrons, hood, and trunk script were all rendered in anodized gold.

Chevrolet's 100th Anniversary

100 Years of Chevrolet

Chevrolet Turns 100 Years Old

Chevrolet was "born" on November 3, 1911, in Detroit, Michigan, making today its 100th birthday. From the 2011 Electric Volt to the 1914 Chevrolet Royal Mail roadster, Chevrolet has a history of producing some of the world's most iconic cars and trucks. On November 3, 1911, Swiss immigrant Louis Chevrolet and U.S. entrepreneur Billy Durant founded the Chevrolet Motor Car Company. Today, Chevrolet is one of the best-known automotive brands, not only in the United States, but around the world. The golden Chevrolet bow-tie still stands for iconic design and the spirit of optimism that inspired Louis Chevrolet to emigrate to America more than 100 years ago.