Semi-autonomous cars already existed in the 1950s
Many visitors to the Geneva Motor Show probably didn't even notice the restored show car on the Goodyear stand.
The car was built in the 1950s on the basis of an accident-damaged but practically new Lincoln Capri Hardtop. The car was built by George Barris and Sim Street. The further development of the Golden Sahara even had technology on board that allowed it to drive at least approximately autonomously. This was over 60 years ago!
The car's steering and controls were inspired by airplanes.
The Golden Sahara made major appearances at the motor shows of the 1950s, which was also due to its special paintwork and the special tires from Goodyear. It was also seen in Hollywood films.
At some point, the car was forgotten until it was rediscovered a few years ago, auctioned by Mecum in 2018 and subsequently restored.
The result of the work was now on display in Geneva. Spectacular!
