Well, that didn't work...here is a link

http://www.allpar.com/model/belvedere.html

...on the column.  The turn signal was on the column also which in 1956 was not a factory installation.  It had been owned by a handicaped man, which is why is was a push button transmission.  It had smaller fins....I think these photos might even be the same color as mine?!

It was purchased from a little old lady who only drove it on Sundays.  I was a senior in High School and it was 20 years old, which is the age for designation as an antique in the States (cheaper tags).  A fellow classmate rear ended me on the day of graduation and totaled of his car but only put a small dent in the trunk of the Plaza.  We sold it soon after as I had to drive a farther distance to college.

Our guys sing Mustang Sally enough to last us for years but our guest singer was so kind to give all the musicians their solo moments... they love that!  He did play the crowd well, but it was late on Friday night, wasn't it?!

My first mode of transportation was a 1956 "sick sea turtle green" Plymouth Plaza with a flat head six and push button transmission.  The driver door used to fly open sometimes (when first taking off) which resulted in surprise and fear for the first time passenger and humor for the driver. 

Some of you I actually got to meet in person and some I know from other forums but I've been reading this CA forum since Sebring and feel like I know most of you now.  I'm really impressed by how active, responsive and knowledgeable everyone is.  You've even made me research some types of cars I've never heard of.

Some of you have visited F-Troop on the infield at Sebring, we're the ones with the band.  If you haven't and make it to the race, please stop by and say "hi" in person.  I have been camping with F-Troop and attending the 12 Hours of Sebring since 1982 (when it was REALLY fun).

LeMans has been at the very top of my list of goals and after learning from all of you, I think it could really happen.  It really gives us a new understanding of the race when we watch it on TV.  I hope I can contribute something to your little site here.