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10/11/2026 10:34 pm
This post in my Brooklin in Illinois series features the 1939 Buick Century Convertible Phaeton M61-C in Casino Beige, which is part of the Brooklin Models Buick Collection. This post again shows a scene along US Route 66. The timing marks the 100th anniversary of Us Route 66, created on November 11, 1926.
The background photos show Sprague's Super Service station in Normal Illinois. Unlike the simpler designs of that era, William Sprague built a Tudor revival style structure consisting of gas station, service bays, restaurant, and two apartments upstairs. It was originally built in 1931 and later restored in the early 2000s.
Ed Davis
Inverness, Illinois, USA
11/11/2026 7:16 am
Car and diorama? Once again, magnificent Ed!
11/11/2026 3:13 pm
Another perfect pairing Ed. The route 66 sign is the cherry on top.
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