They often call him Speedo but his real name is Mister Earl

I came across this interesting bit of automotive trivia while perusing one of my well worn old Hot Rod Mags (July 1959).

 

Neat kustom!

 

Reminds me of the Pontiac Solstice from modern times...

... and for those who remember the song, it goes on "Some they call me Mo, Some they call me Joe, Most folks call me Speedo I don't never take it slow."

 

Referencing another song from that era, maybe Harley should have been called "The Duke of Earl".
Anyway, what do you think of his retirement dream car? Anybody know whatever happened to it ?

 

I've never heard of this car. The front end looks a lot like a T-bird.

 

Mr. Earl was responsible for lots of cool designs. Here's a few of them.
But I still wonder whatever happened to his personal dream car.
maybe it's lost to history.....

 

Owe my old 2 57 Chevs to Harley Ear'ls talent