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Word: 59s (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1960-1969
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...outdoor used-car lot (the "Automart"), in suburban Buenos Aires, looks like its ubiquitous U.S. counterpart run by "Madman Mike" or "Giveaway Gus." Even the sales pitch is the same: "Good Runner!" says a sign plastered to a windshield. But there the similarity ends. Precious few '58s, '59s and '60s shine forth at the Automart. A 1925 T-model Ford is price-tagged at $500; beside it stands a 1930 Dodge at $875; next comes a 1936 British Lagonda for $2,000. If a prospect looks under an ancient hood, he may find a tin can packed...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: THE AMERICAS: Life Begins at 30 | 5/9/1960 | See Source »

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