Hard to believe that his Plymouth story is already 15 years old. Back in 2007 while in our break room at work, our morning Coffee Talk was all about this nostalgic event. I still find it intriguing today.
Fifteen years already!!!! It can't be. Personally I see the whole thing as a failed experiment and not all that much in the way of historical importance.
I was there for the unveiling! It was very sad when Miss Belvedere was unveiled at the Tulsa Convention Center. She looked just like a giant piece of fried chicken.
My friends chronicled our trip to Tulsa in Automotive Traveler online magazine.
Fifteen years already!!!! It can't be. Personally I see the whole thing as a failed experiment and not all that much in the way of historical importance.
I see it as "historical importance" because it was a well intended experiment and because it failed, we learned from it. In car history, it's interesting.
The people of Tulsa also buried a Plymouth Prowler in their Centennial Park in 1998, to be unearthed in 2048. Don't think I'll be there for that!
"Fortunately, chances are good the Prowler survives in better condition. It's sealed in a pressurized plastic box filled with argon, and because it's mostly above grade, groundwater intrusion shouldn't be an issue. All fluids were supplanted by synthetic stabilizers, and its primarily aluminum construction—a big advance at the time—will help safeguard against corrosion if any moisture gets in there."
The people of Tulsa also buried a Plymouth Prowler in their Centennial Park in 1998, to be unearthed in 2048. Don't think I'll be there for that!
"Fortunately, chances are good the Prowler survives in better condition. It's sealed in a pressurized plastic box filled with argon, and because it's mostly above grade, groundwater intrusion shouldn't be an issue. All fluids were supplanted by synthetic stabilizers, and its primarily aluminum construction—a big advance at the time—will help safeguard against corrosion if any moisture gets in there."
Very interesting. LOL, if I'm around in 2048, I'll be 97 years old. I'll add it to my Bucket List.
Hopefully in the mind of the public, the old stereotypes of Miss Belvedere will be replaced with a new, well-deserved reputation for excellence. Since the unveiling there have been numerous allegations that "Miss B" is an actual woman who was not happy about her likeness being used for this statue. This is most likely untrue as a member of the "Tulsa World" team was on hand to snap pictures and interview organizers and no mention of any kind of hitch was made at the time. It is also unlikely that Miss Belvedere would be allowed out in public at all due to her huge size and distinctively dressed state. No picture has ever been released unblurry enough to show any distinguishing features or dress to prove this lady's true identity. Though if you can solve this riddle, you may be in line for the first brand new Miss Belvedere toilet seat ever
