EXTINCT Car Features we MISS from our CHILDHOOD

oh what I would give to ride around the family car again I'm sure you also have fond memories of Dan taking the whole family to Summers by the lake in the old Cadillac and in Remembering those times you might also remember some of these forgotten car features we're revisiting today keep an eye out for your favorite one Carphone in the late 20th century phones weren't small enough to fit in your pocket just yet that would come later outside of the office they only hung on mom's kitchen wall but eventually they found a home away from home and Dad's car if Dad did have one before you remember how bulky these bad boys were they were colossal in comparison to today's pocket-sized smartphones the car phone literally looked like a brick and it captured signal from the large antenna sticking out from the car roof because of its size they commanded attention from passengers and from other cars on the road that being said they didn't come cheap owning a car phone meant you were raking in the big bucks which pretty much Justified the need for one and these wonders of communication were typically installed permanently in vehicles it may seem like a far cry from the portability of the smartphones of today but hey it was about as portable as portable gets back then they were especially popular among business Executives politicians and other influential figures who needed to stay connected while on the move car phones were even seen as a status symbol the smell of success followed you wherever your car went obviously car phones could only do so much compared to today's smartphones making and receiving calls was their only purpose and they were often equipped with a rotary dial or later a keypad forget about texting browsing the internet or scrolling through social media car phones were designed for one thing only talking while on the move they also had limited range and often suffered from signal issues especially when driving through remote areas or tall buildings the call Quality could be less than perfect with a case static or drop calls but these were minor inconveniences in the grand scheme of things given the Marvel of having a telephone in your car crank handle ah the crank handle this takes us way back to when getting that engine to Roar needed a little more elbow grease the crank handle was the key to breathing life into these primitive cars it was a sturdy metal rod with a handle at one end and a fitting at the other that connected to the vehicle's engine commonly known as the starting handle it was the father of the ignition switch and grandfather to Electric starters to start an engine with a crank handle you needed skill strength and a certain level of finesse it was not a task for the faint of heart you need to grab the handle and put it into the front of the engine making sure to lock it in place then you have to turn the crank handle in a clockwise motion as you turn it you could feel the resistance building until a mighty Roar erupted from the engine at this point the engine is alive ready to carry you on your adventures you had to be careful though because a missed time turn could lead to painful backlashes or even injuries and let's not forget the occasional Kickback when the engine would backfire and send the handle spinning back towards you but they were the standard method of starting an engine and almost every car owner was well versed in the art of cranking Fender mirrors now let's be honest the main reason why you don't see Fender mirrors on cars nowadays is because they were too far away to really see anything is that tiny blip on the mirror a minivan or a 10-wheeler truck the moment you find out it might be too late that being said boy were they a stroke of Genius in car design looking at cars from an artistic standpoint Fender mirrors added a touch of class and elegance that was missing from old boring side mirrors Fender mirrors elevated in automobile stylistically it was typically affixed to the side of the vehicle's front fender just above the wheel giving drivers with a view of the world behind them without taking their eyes off the mirror unlike the sleek and compact mirrors we have today these mirrors had a certain charm with their Chrome frames and curved glass they were typically seen on the prettier cars especially ones made by the Japanese in fact taxis in Japan still have them to this day and although they were practical they were quite a looker if you're lacking this cruise down memory lane so far be sure to give this video a like and watch till the end you don't want to miss out on any of the long lost features found in cars of yesteryear now back to the video horn rings in the mid 20th century the horn ring Reigns Supreme it was a clear Innovation that combined functionality and Aesthetics the ringhorn was like the name implies a ring-shaped device mounted around the steering wheel hub with an easy reach of the driver's fingertips unlike the traditional horn button seen nowadays the horn ring allowed drivers to honk their horns with a simple press of a button integrated into the ring itself in those days the horn ring was a popular feature it offered drivers a more ergonomic and intuitive way to announce their presence on the road instead of fumbling for a separate button or lever they could effortlessly Sound the Horn while keeping their hands on the Wii deal it was a sought after feature in automobiles as it walked the line between practicality and style As Time passed the horn ring gradually made way for more streamlined designs modern cars now put horn buttons integrated into the steering wheel itself providing even greater ease of use but the charm associated with the horn ring remains and vintage car collectors are sure to prefer them over the newer horns rear hinged doors rear hinge doors were a remarkable Innovation far from the conventional front hinge doors we are accustomed to today these doors were hinged at the rear opening in the opposite direction they were dramatic and flamboyant transforming the act of entering or exiting a vehicle into a whole experience rear hinge doors were the epitome of Automotive glamor they were popular among luxury cars because their unique design signified Elegance setting these cars apart from the crowd imagine stepping out of a Lincoln Continental with its gleaming rear hinge doors opening up like saloon doors with a gentle push the doors open with a graceful sweep showing off the world its Interiors opulent Embrace that's the type of experience you had with these babies the rear hinge doors literally became the gateway to a world of comfort and style they offer a grand entrance allowing you to step out effortlessly you your arrival marked by an air of prestige closing the doors only needed a gentle pull sealing the enchanting atmosphere within the vehicle the Allure of rear hinge doors in days past was undeniable they were coveted features in high-end automobiles they captivated the eyes and hearts of car enthusiasts who wanted to make a statement with their vehicles headlight wipers headlight wipers were a clever little invention that added A Whimsy spin to your car's eyes this small feature graced the front of vehicles making sure your lights were clear as you took to the streets headlight wipers were an ingenious addition to the headlights of cars these small mechanical arms equipped with soft rubber or bristle brushes were designed to sweep across the surface of the headlights keeping them free from snow dirt and any other obstruction that come with speed in those days headlight wipers were most seen in places with frequent cold weather or dusty road conditions editions they were very useful for drivers who valued Clear Vision during nighttime drives or even driving through harsh weather conditions which was practically everyone these little wipers became the unsung heroes ensuring that the headlights remained at their most optimal drivers appreciated the peace of mind that came with having their headlights kept clean modern vehicles incorporate self-cleaning lenses or high pressure washer systems to maintain clear headlights which meant that there isn't any need for these wipers nowadays but back then they weren't essential it also helped that they were really cute to look at and there you go the most memorable car features were thrown away in time which one do you miss the most tell us your story in the comments section below and if you like this video please consider subscribing to the channel and we'll see you in the next one

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Length: 8min 44sec (524 seconds)

Published: Fri Jun 16 2023