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Hall of Fame
Hall of Fame
Photos by Sean Cridland
www.visionsofpower.com
For Jim Hall, with thanks
Hall of Fame
5.27. 2012
Midland, Texas
As an automotive designer over the last 40
years, my inspiration has come from many different
sources, including product design, fashion design,
new technology and sociological influences. I have
also drawn great inspiration from every Chaparral
that was built, and have been a student of their many
advances. What inspires me most about the Chaparral
cars is the American spirit of innovation they represent, the intrigue and mystery that surrounds their
development, and the great Chevrolet V8 engines at
their heart.
Many designers are drawn to the Chaparral 2H because of its elegant proportions, innovative aero
solutions, creative window graphics, and distinctive
profile with one continuous sweeping line from the
tip of the nose to the edge of its tail. It has always
been my assumption that the shape of the 2H body
was created by Bill Mitchell’s designers and sculptors.
In fact, I’ve attributed the car’s sophisticated shapes
and forms well ahead of the styling trends of their day
to them. It wasn’t until recently, during the delightful
weekend I spent with you and Sandy in Midland, that
I learned the credit actually belongs with both of you!
You are the team that created those unique and well
executed shapes, some of which can only be appreciated fully when you are close to the car.
What a magnificent vehicle.
Thank you,
Ed