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Classic Coupes
 
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Classic Coupes

But not all manufacturers focused on economy. By the early sixties, Western Europe was prosperous and luxury cars were in demand. Manufacturers like Mercedes, Jaguar and Porsche responded by producing some classic sports coupes which have never been surpassed.

(The Porsche 911 was originally going to called the "Type 901" but Peugeot had already licensed the name.)

"Gull wing" Mercedes 300SL
E-type Jaguar Porsche 911

  

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