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Designing Dreams - by Dick Ruzzin (Hardcover)

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  • Explore the artistry of the Golden Age of American cars with Dick Ruzzin, one of the designers of the 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado.
  • About the Author: Born in Detroit, Dick Ruzzin is a retired automobile executive from General Motors Design Staff.
  • 176 Pages
  • Transportation, automotive

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About the Book



A design book, an art book and an automotive history book. If you love car design you must have this book. It describes in detail automobile creation, the design of the iconic Oldsmobile Toronado and the people who created it. The Toronado is now seen as the most significant design representation of the Golden Age of the American Automobile.



Book Synopsis



Explore the artistry of the Golden Age of American cars with Dick Ruzzin, one of the designers of the 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado. Discover General Motors' legacy, Harley Earl's vision, and the creative process behind automotive art. Featuring essays, sketches, and photos, Designing Dreams celebrates the passion and enduring impact of car design.

Step into the world where cars became dreams on wheels. In Designing Dreams, Dick Ruzzin unveils the untold story of General Motors, Harley Earl's groundbreaking vision, and the artistry that defined America's Golden Automotive Age.

At the centre of this compelling collection of essays is the 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado -a revolutionary front-wheel-drive luxury car that remains an icon of design and innovation. As one of its designers, Ruzzin provides an insider's perspective on its creation, offering a rare glimpse into the radical ideas and creative energy behind this automotive masterpiece.

After 40 years at General Motors Design, Ruzzin reflects on the profound influence of Harley Earl, the pioneer car designer who elevated automobiles into works of art. Earl's creativity and design philosophies reshaped the industry, leaving a legacy that continues to inspire.

Illustrated with over one hundred sketches and General Motors Design's archival images, this book explores the passion, artistry, and precision behind automotive design. It captures the essence of a unique profession that combines function with beauty, producing cars that are both practical and beautiful.

Designing Dreams is more than a history of car design - it's a celebration of the people, ideas, and innovations that made the automobile a defining symbol of American ingenuity. Perfect for car enthusiasts and design lovers alike, this is a journey into the heart of creativity and the Golden Age of the American Automobile.



About the Author



Born in Detroit, Dick Ruzzin is a retired automobile executive from General Motors Design Staff. During his career he participated in more than 140 car design projects as a Creative Designer, Assistant Chief Designer, Chief Designer and then as Director of Design for G.M. Europe in Germany and as Director of Design for Chevrolet Cars in the United States. He is now a designer, writer, book author and design mentor in retirement.
Dimensions (Overall): 9.9 Inches (H) x 8.3 Inches (W) x .8 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.9 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 176
Genre: Transportation
Sub-Genre: Automotive
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
Theme: General
Format: Hardcover
Author: Dick Ruzzin
Language: English
Street Date: July 29, 2025
TCIN: 94340805
UPC: 9781836440017
Item Number (DPCI): 247-02-0743
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.8 inches length x 8.3 inches width x 9.9 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.9 pounds
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