CONCOURS d’ELEGANCE OF AMERICA
At the inn at St. John’s – Plymouth, Michigan
July 30, 2017

1933 Graham Blue Streak Sedan – Allentown, PA
Owner: Allentown Classic Motor Car, Inc.

When we talk about automobile design in the 1930’s, several names come up. This always includes Harley Earl, Gordon Buehrig and Raymond Lowey. Amos Northrup is a name that is virtually unknown, yet his Blue Streak design was revolutionary and often imitated. His signature art deco features several major changes to automobile construction, as you will see that this car sits considerably lower than most cars of the era.

Amos Northrup was born in Ohio in 1889 and began working for Henry Ford’s former production manager and chief engineer, Clhilde Harold Wills. Northrup left after a few years and joined the Murray Corporation of America, where he largely influenced the styling of the Hupmobile.

The Graham Blue Streak would be Amos Northrup’s greatest contribution to automotive styling. First launched in 1932, it set several trends that would be frequently imitated. A windshield that slopes, curved fenders, a lower chassis design and a skirt that would allow space for a spare tire. In 1933, most car manufacturers adopted Northrup’s design of sloping grills and Graham type fender skirts. Sadly, the car was not very popular in the marketplace, but, Amos Northrup’s influence on manufacturing and design can’t be ignored.

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CONCOURS d’ELEGANCE OF AMERICA
At the inn at St. John’s – Plymouth, Michigan
July 30, 2017

1933 Graham Blue Streak Sedan – Allentown, PA
Owner: Allentown Classic Motor Car, Inc.

When we talk about automobile design in the 1930’s, several names come up. This always includes Harley Earl, Gordon Buehrig and Raymond Lowey. Amos Northrup is a name that is virtually unknown, yet his Blue Streak design was revolutionary and often imitated. His signature art deco features several major changes to automobile construction, as you will see that this car sits considerably lower than most cars of the era.

Amos Northrup was born in Ohio in 1889 and began working for Henry Ford’s former production manager and chief engineer, Clhilde Harold Wills. Northrup left after a few years and joined the Murray Corporation of America, where he largely influenced the styling of the Hupmobile.

The Graham Blue Streak would be Amos Northrup’s greatest contribution to automotive styling. First launched in 1932, it set several trends that would be frequently imitated. A windshield that slopes, curved fenders, a lower chassis design and a skirt that would allow space for a spare tire. In 1933, most car manufacturers adopted Northrup’s design of sloping grills and Graham type fender skirts. Sadly, the car was not very popular in the marketplace, but, Amos Northrup’s influence on manufacturing and design can’t be ignored.

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CONCOURS d’ELEGANCE OF AMERICA
At the inn at St. John’s – Plymouth, Michigan
July 30, 2017

1933 Graham Blue Streak Sedan – Allentown, PA
Owner: Allentown Classic Motor Car, Inc.

When we talk about automobile design in the 1930’s, several names come up. This always includes Harley Earl, Gordon Buehrig and Raymond Lowey. Amos Northrup is a name that is virtually unknown, yet his Blue Streak design was revolutionary and often imitated. His signature art deco features several major changes to automobile construction, as you will see that this car sits considerably lower than most cars of the era.

Amos Northrup was born in Ohio in 1889 and began working for Henry Ford’s former production manager and chief engineer, Clhilde Harold Wills. Northrup left after a few years and joined the Murray Corporation of America, where he largely influenced the styling of the Hupmobile.

The Graham Blue Streak would be Amos Northrup’s greatest contribution to automotive styling. First launched in 1932, it set several trends that would be frequently imitated. A windshield that slopes, curved fenders, a lower chassis design and a skirt that would allow space for a spare tire. In 1933, most car manufacturers adopted Northrup’s design of sloping grills and Graham type fender skirts. Sadly, the car was not very popular in the marketplace, but, Amos Northrup’s influence on manufacturing and design can’t be ignored.

Tags:   1933 Graham Blue Streak Concours d'Elegance Inn at St. John's

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CONCOURS d’ELEGANCE OF AMERICA
At the inn at St. John’s – Plymouth, Michigan
July 30, 2017

1933 Graham Blue Streak Sedan – Allentown, PA
Owner: Allentown Classic Motor Car, Inc.

When we talk about automobile design in the 1930’s, several names come up. This always includes Harley Earl, Gordon Buehrig and Raymond Lowey. Amos Northrup is a name that is virtually unknown, yet his Blue Streak design was revolutionary and often imitated. His signature art deco features several major changes to automobile construction, as you will see that this car sits considerably lower than most cars of the era.

Amos Northrup was born in Ohio in 1889 and began working for Henry Ford’s former production manager and chief engineer, Clhilde Harold Wills. Northrup left after a few years and joined the Murray Corporation of America, where he largely influenced the styling of the Hupmobile.

The Graham Blue Streak would be Amos Northrup’s greatest contribution to automotive styling. First launched in 1932, it set several trends that would be frequently imitated. A windshield that slopes, curved fenders, a lower chassis design and a skirt that would allow space for a spare tire. In 1933, most car manufacturers adopted Northrup’s design of sloping grills and Graham type fender skirts. Sadly, the car was not very popular in the marketplace, but, Amos Northrup’s influence on manufacturing and design can’t be ignored.

Tags:   1933 Graham Blue Streak Concours d'Elegance Inn at St. John's

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CONCOURS d’ELEGANCE OF AMERICA
At the inn at St. John’s – Plymouth, Michigan
July 30, 2017

1933 Graham Blue Streak Sedan – Allentown, PA
Owner: Allentown Classic Motor Car, Inc.

When we talk about automobile design in the 1930’s, several names come up. This always includes Harley Earl, Gordon Buehrig and Raymond Lowey. Amos Northrup is a name that is virtually unknown, yet his Blue Streak design was revolutionary and often imitated. His signature art deco features several major changes to automobile construction, as you will see that this car sits considerably lower than most cars of the era.

Amos Northrup was born in Ohio in 1889 and began working for Henry Ford’s former production manager and chief engineer, Clhilde Harold Wills. Northrup left after a few years and joined the Murray Corporation of America, where he largely influenced the styling of the Hupmobile.

The Graham Blue Streak would be Amos Northrup’s greatest contribution to automotive styling. First launched in 1932, it set several trends that would be frequently imitated. A windshield that slopes, curved fenders, a lower chassis design and a skirt that would allow space for a spare tire. In 1933, most car manufacturers adopted Northrup’s design of sloping grills and Graham type fender skirts. Sadly, the car was not very popular in the marketplace, but, Amos Northrup’s influence on manufacturing and design can’t be ignored.

Tags:   1933 Graham Blue Streak Concours d'Elegance Inn at St. John's

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